Position: Close Protection Officer
Location: Varies - may involve travel to different locations within 10km radius of your location
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Hours: Full-time, flexible hours including evenings and weekends
Additional Requirements:
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Psira Registered
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Firearm License (if any, but not required)
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CPO Certifications
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Clear ID Photo
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Own transport (if any, but not required)
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Clear Criminal Record
Job Summary:
As a Close Protection Officer, you will be responsible for ensuring the safety and security of clients, typically high-profile individuals or groups, by providing close personal protection services. You will work as part of a team to assess potential risks, plan and implement security measures, and respond to any threats or emergencies that may arise.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conducting thorough risk assessments and providing security advice to clients
- Planning and implementing security protocols and procedures
- Maintaining a high level of situational awareness and responding quickly to potential threats
- Providing close personal protection to clients during travel, events, and day-to-day activities if and when required.
- Monitoring potential threats and taking appropriate action to mitigate risks
- Communicating effectively with clients, team members, and external stakeholders
- Maintaining confidentiality and professionalism at all times
- Collaborating with law enforcement and other security personnel as needed
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in security or close protection-related field
- Strong physical fitness and ability to handle high-stress situations
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in first aid and emergency response techniques
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record (if any, but not required)
- Ability to pass background checks and obtain necessary security clearances
- Additional certifications such as firearms training or defensive tactics are a plus
If you are a dedicated and professional security professional with a passion for protecting others, we want to hear from you. Apply now to join our team as a Close Protection Officer.