Close Protection Officer; CPO
Job in
Lephalale, Limpopo, South Africa
Listed on 2026-10-16
Listing for:
Tsebo Solutions Group
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-16
Job specializations:
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Security
Site Security, Security Officer, Armed Security, Private Security
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Lephalale
- Provide close protection and personal security services to designated principals, executives, and VIPs.
- Ensure the safety and security of clients through proactive threat awareness and risk mitigation.
- Conduct route planning, reconnaissance, and security assessments prior to movements and events.
- Escort and protect principals during travel, meetings, site visits, and public appearances.
- Perform defensive and protective driving duties when required.
- Carry and utilize firearms in accordance with legal requirements, company policies, and approved operating procedures.
- Maintain continuous situational awareness to identify, prevent, and respond to potential threats.
- Conduct access control, screening, and security checks at designated venues and locations.
- Liaise with clients, management, law enforcement agencies, and emergency services when required.
- Prepare and submit accurate occurrence books, incident reports, risk assessments, and daily activity reports.
- Ensure operational vehicles, communication equipment, firearms, and protective equipment are serviceable and compliant.
- Respond effectively to emergencies, security incidents, medical emergencies, and crisis situations.
- Maintain strict confidentiality regarding principals, operations, and sensitive information.
- Adhere to all Tsebo Group, Thorburn Security Solutions, client, PSIRA, Firearms Control Act, and Occupational Health and Safety requirements.
- Attend and successfully complete all required training, assessments, firearm re-certifications, and operational briefings.
- Maintain a professional appearance and conduct at all times while representing the company and client.
- Provide close protection and personal security services to designated principals, executives, and VIPs.
- Ensure the safety and security of clients through proactive threat awareness and risk mitigation.
- Conduct route planning, reconnaissance, and security assessments prior to movements and events.
- Escort and protect principals during travel, meetings, site visits, and public appearances.
- Perform defensive and protective driving duties when required.
- Carry and utilize firearms in accordance with legal requirements, company policies, and approved operating procedures.
- Maintain continuous situational awareness to identify, prevent, and respond to potential threats.
- Conduct access control, screening, and security checks at designated venues and locations.
- Liaise with clients, management, law enforcement agencies, and emergency services when required.
- Prepare and submit accurate occurrence books, incident reports, risk assessments, and daily activity reports.
- Ensure operational vehicles, communication equipment, firearms, and protective equipment are serviceable and compliant.
- Respond effectively to emergencies, security incidents, medical emergencies, and crisis situations.
- Maintain strict confidentiality regarding principals, operations, and sensitive information.
- Adhere to all Tsebo Group, Thorburn Security Solutions, client, PSIRA, Firearms Control Act, and Occupational Health and Safety requirements.
- Attend and successfully complete all required training, assessments, firearm re-certifications, and operational briefings.
- Maintain a professional appearance and conduct at all times while representing the company and client.
- Threat and Risk Assessment
- Protective Security Operations
- Defensive and Tactical Driving
- Firearm Proficiency (Handgun and Shotgun)
- Situational Awareness
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Emergency Response Management
- Report Writing
- Professionalism and Integrity
- Ability to Work Under Pressure
- Grade 12 / Matric Certificate
- Valid PSIRA Grade A Registration
- Valid Competency Certificate for firearm possession and use
- Handgun Business Purpose Certificate
- Shotgun Business Purpose Certificate
- Valid South African Driver's Licence (Code B or higher)
- Minimum 3-5 years' experience in Close Protection, VIP Protection, Executive Protection, or a related security environment
- Proven experience in defensive and protective driving
- No criminal record
- Physically fit and medically capable of performing operational duties
- Excellent communication and report-writing skills
- Willingness to travel and work irregular hours, including weekends and public holidays
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