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Close Protection Officer (P10) (Protection Services Division) (X2 POSTS) (Re-advert) Jobs in Gauteng, South Africa at University of Johannesburg
Title: Close Protection Officer (P10) (Protection Services Division) (X2 POSTS) (Re-advert)
Company: University of Johannesburg
Location: Gauteng, South Africa
Introduction
The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan institution, guided by its bold UJ Strategy 2035, which emphasises Societal Impact and Sustainability, Global Footprint and Partnerships, and Technology for the Future. Committed to transformative change, UJ’s mission is “To transform and serve humanity through innovation and the collective and collaborative pursuit of knowledge.” The University is guided by the vision of building “An international university of choice, anchored in Africa and the global south, dynamically shaping a sustainable future".
Job Description
“Please note that the University is obligated, in terms of recent amendments to the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act 2021 (Act 13 of 2021), to assess all prospective employees (including applicants) against the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO). The outcome of such an assessment may have an impact upon possible employment with the University.
For more information, please review the following link: Justice/Criminal/NRSO
Job Description
To provide an effective close protection and security service to at-risk individuals (Principal/s) to prevent risks (both on and off Campuses). Conduct 360- security (potential threat) assessments as and when needed and per Protection plan.
Responsibilities
Access Control:
- Ensure professional and reliable access control to high-risk areas.
- Ensure the safe protection of people, assets and property by enforcing effective access/egress control measures.
- Ensure visitors and employees have appointments before access to high-risk areas through liaising with support staff, Supervisors and Managers.
- Ensure that external visitors are escorted to high-risk areas on arrival and departure.
- Monitor and operate security systems, alarms, CCTV and access control.
Close Protection
- Provide personal escort to designated persons both on and off campus as per Protection strategy.
- Driving and providing close protection to designated person’s whist in transit.
- Compile a threat and risk assessment for events.
- Undertake route planning and time optimisation.
- Apply advanced driving skill/techniques in defensive situations.
- Demonstrate tactical and environmental surveillance and propose countermeasures/techniques.
- Liaise with counterparts and protocol officers on matters relating to close protection.
Health And Safety Compliance
- Continuous liaison with the Senior Director or designates in emergencies in high-risk areas, e.g. fire, hostage situations, unbecoming behaviour by disgruntled employee(s), bomb threats, suspicious persons or parcels.
- Monitor emergency evacuations in accordance with procedures and guidelines.
- Providing First Aid in an area of responsibility.
Physical Fitness
- Maintain physical fitness through regular training and exercise.
- Maintain mental and physical stamina by adhering to healthy habits.
- Continuous training and practice of unarmed combat.
Other Tasks
- Perform other tasks as assigned.
- Transport goods or equipment as assigned.
- Coordinate technical surveillance countermeasures.
- Vehicle Inspection and maintenance.
Minimum Requirements
- A Diplomas / Certification (NQF 6) in Security Management/Law Enforcement or Safety and Security or related qualification
- Three (3) to five (5) years’ job-related experience.
- Security training (PSIRA Grade A) and relevant accreditation.
- Valid Driver’s license.
- Offensive, Defensive, and advanced driving techniques.
- Firearm handling experience.
- Candidates who pass the first round of interviews may be subjected to physical and psychometric assessments.
Recommendations
- SASSETA Unit Standards (US 244317, 244319, 244327, 244330, 244334, 246694 & 120486).
- Training in martial arts and unarmed combat (will be given preference).
- First aid training.
- Basic explosives training.
- Surveillance and counter-surveillance skills.
Competencies And Behavioural Attributes
- Maintain high-level of discretion.
- Self Defence Techniques.
- Sound interpersonal & communication skills.
- First Aid & Fire Drills.
- Collection & collation of information.
- High levels of integrity.
- Ability to show initiative.
- High level of compliance with Policies and Procedures relevant to the function.
- Ability to understand and follow directions as given.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Distinctive skills in dealing with internal and external executives and high-profile personnel.
Enquiries
Enquiries regarding the job content: Ms. Sarah Skhosana (HCM Business Partner) at Tel: (011) 559 4018
Enquiries regarding remuneration and benefits: Ms. Sarah Skhosana (HCM Business Partner) at Tel: (011) 559 4018
