Armed Escort

About the role

G4S Secure Solutions is hiring an Armed Escort on a full-time basis. The role protects high-value cargo, assets, personnel and vehicles in transit by spotting security vulnerabilities, keeping a high level of situational awareness and carrying out tactical defensive actions to secure transport routes.

Key responsibilities

• Escort and protect high-risk or high-value transport vehicles and personnel along designated routes.
• Constantly monitor the environment to detect, assess and respond to potential security threats.
• Maintain firearm readiness and deploy defensive tactical measures in line with legal frameworks and company protocols when under imminent threat.
• Keep continuous radio contact with the control room, giving live route updates and reporting security incidents immediately.
• Follow National Road Traffic laws, PSIRA regulations and G4S's firearms and asset-protection policies.

Required profile

• Grade 12 preferred.
• Valid and current PSIRA Grade A registration is mandatory.
• 1 to 2 years of escorting experience within the security industry.
• Firearm competency is mandatory.
• A clear criminal record is essential.