Tactical Response Officer (Night Shift)

How2Apply Talent Network
Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng
Full-time
Posted 1 hour ago
Full-time Security PSIRA Grade B
R13 000 – R16 250/month
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Job Description

Clients in a mixed-use neighbourhood in Vanderbijlpark pay for fast response, and this crew delivers it. This is a good step for someone who wants proper routine and a manager who notices good work.

Home base is a mixed-use neighbourhood on the Vanderbijlpark side of Gauteng. Shifts rotate, so you'll need to be flexible about days and nights.

The work, day to day

  • Secure a scene until SAPS arrives and hand over details
  • Drive the response vehicle safely at speed to client addresses
  • Write detailed incident reports on the tablet or in the vehicle logbook
  • Check the firearm in and out of the safe at shift start and end
  • Respond to alarm and panic signals sent by the control room
  • Do vehicle checks: tyres, fuel, lights and siren
  • Give first aid at an incident until paramedics take over

Must-haves

  • At least 2 years in guarding or response
  • PSIRA Grade B or C with an armed response course
  • SAPS firearm competency certificate for handguns (and shotgun if required)
  • Calm under pressure and physically fit
  • Clean criminal record and no pending cases

Extra points for

  • First-aid Level 2 or 3
  • Advanced driving course
  • Knowledge of the local streets and sectors

What's in it for you

  • Response vehicle and firearm provided
  • Group life cover through the provident fund
  • Regular refresher shooting practice

How to apply

  1. Make sure the role, the hours and working in Vanderbijlpark really suit you before you apply.
  2. Have the following on hand (clear photos on your phone are fine at first): PSIRA registration certificate showing armed response, firearm competency certificate plus driver's licence and ID copies.
  3. Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
  4. If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 8 working days, usually by phone.

Your application joins the How2Apply talent pool for this role, and we put shortlisted people forward to employers hiring in and around Vanderbijlpark.

Applying is free. Nobody from How2Apply will ever ask you to pay for anything to get this job.

How to stand out

  • Mention the areas you know well. Companies prefer officers who can find addresses fast without a GPS.
  • Bring the originals of your certificates to the interview. Armed companies verify them before a shooting test.

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Job details
SalaryR13 000 – R16 250/month
Job TypeFull-time
LocationVanderbijlpark, Gauteng
CategorySecurity
Experience6+ years
LicensePSIRA Grade B
Posted12 October 2026
Closing Date13 November 2026
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