Protection Services Officer at Border Management Authority

Description

The incumbent of the post will be expected to perform the following duties:

Plan VIP Protection

• Undertake VIP protection planning. Conduct a basic threat assessment, Obtain background information (family, relatives, medical issues) , Determine programme, communication and monitoring devices/strategies to be used, Undertake route mapping and time estimates to secure a safe environment, Secure safe parking and drop-off, Establish location of nearby emergency routes and services, Assess unauthorised access to offices, official and social events and possible security risks, Apply need-to-know principle regarding movements and the Principal’s programme, Implement operations as required, Ensure vehicles are roadworthy and safe.

Execute VIP Protection

• Execute VIP protection and apply surveillance techniques, Handle and safeguard the Principal’s luggage when required, Handle issued firearm(s) according to security regulations, Maintain sound interpersonal relationship with Principal, Apply VIP Protection protocol and etiquette and comply with relevant regulatory guidelines, Ensure compliance with relevant security and close protection service legislation and organisational security policies.

Patrol and inspect premises and residence of Principal

• Conduct security patrols of premises, building, official residences and fences as prescribed, Execute security inspections to assess security compliance, Identify and report suspicious looking situations, items and security breaches, Conduct follow-ups regarding identified security breaches and ensure compliance, Apply surveillance techniques, Comply with security regulatory guidelines.

Plan and execute contingency measures

• Contribute to the development of contingency plans, Assist with the communication and practising of contingency plans, Execute contingency plan as prescribed, Comply with all security related occupational, health and safety procedures (i.e. regular inspection of fire equipment, emergency exits and official vehicles; maintaining OHS register; wearing protective clothing when required) and report non-compliance, Handle dangerous/suspicious looking objects and personnel according to prescribed guidelines, Facilitate Technical Surveillance Countermeasures (TSCM) on behalf of the Principal (as required)

Administrative functions

• Maintain movement logs, incident reports and security records, Record vehicle usage, fuel consumption and maintenance logs, Submit regular security reports to management

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Undergraduate qualification at NQF 6 in a field relevant to Policing and Security Studies as recognised by SAQA 
• Completion of a recognised VIP Protection Course.

Minimum Experience and competencies

• 3 years relevant experience in VIP close protection; Policing; Physical Security services or related environment.
• Experience in surveillance and counter-surveillance.

Professional registration or license requirements

• Firearm competency-certificate.
• First Aid training will serve as an advantage.
• Fire fighting and prevention course will serve as an advantage

Knowledge

• Border Management Authority Act, 2020
• Public Administration Management Act
• Protected Disclosures Act, 2000 (Act No. 26 of 2000)

Other requirements

• Flexibility in working hours will be required to meet demands of the role.
• May be required to work overtime.
• Valid driver’s License. Advanced driving certification will serve as an added advantage.