Armed Response Officer

Step into a Armed Response Officer role in Uitenhage and make your mark across Eastern Cape. The team is hiring now and wants to hear from sharp, committed candidates.

The Role

This Armed Response Officer role sits within the legal and security jobs function in Uitenhage. It offers a defined scope, clear measures of success, and the support of an experienced team across Eastern Cape.

Communication runs both ways. Managers across the legal and security jobs team in Eastern Cape make time for one-to-ones, and people are expected to speak up early when something needs attention.

The role has been written to be sustainable, not just busy. Strong output is expected, and managers in Uitenhage also pay attention to recovery, learning and the kind of breathing room that keeps people doing good work over time.

Quality is everyone’s job. Whether the Armed Response Officer is processing a transaction, supporting a colleague or handling a customer query, the standard expected in Eastern Cape is consistently high and consistently fair.

Working in Uitenhage

Uitenhage continues to grow as an employment hub in Eastern Cape, with near the Port of Ngqura logistics hub. This role gives you a foothold in one of its busier business communities, with access to the local services, suppliers and partners that keep the work moving.

Many candidates already living within reach of Uitenhage cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Eastern Cape economy.

Candidates should review the listed location, schedule and travel requirements before applying for this role in Uitenhage, Eastern Cape.

Accessibility is taken seriously: where the role allows, the team works toward a balance of in-office presence and flexibility for candidates based in and around Uitenhage.

Why Join Us

Few roles let you see the impact of your work as quickly as this one. Every shift, project and decision in Uitenhage contributes to real outcomes for clients and colleagues across the legal and security jobs space in Eastern Cape.

Career development may be available depending on the role, business needs and the hiring organisation’s policies.

Crucially, the role’s development opportunities, training and benefits, if offered, will be set out in the final vacancy details.

Crucially, the package, working arrangements and any available support will be confirmed by the hiring organisation for this vacancy.

Diversity and Inclusion

Inclusive recruitment is part of the organisation’s employment practices. Applicants are assessed on relevant qualifications, skills and experience for this role in Uitenhage.

Practically speaking, the hiring organisation’s applicable employment-equity and inclusion practices will be explained in the final vacancy details for Eastern Cape.

B-BBEE compliance is more than a scorecard here. It informs how the business invests in skills development, supplier diversity and community engagement across the country.

Importantly, inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Uitenhage.

The Environment

In addition, the environment is process-driven and regulation-aware. Whether you are at a desk or on site, attention to detail, calm conduct and accurate reporting are non-negotiable.

Crucially, the working environment is set up to give the team the focus needed for deeper work, while keeping collaboration and quick problem-solving close at hand.

Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Uitenhage site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.

Notably, the role is intended to operate under the hiring organisation’s workplace conduct, health and safety policies in Eastern Cape.

Your Future Here

Beyond that, this role can grow with you. Strong performers in the legal and security jobs team in Uitenhage have moved into senior, supervisory and specialist positions, and that journey is supported through coaching, training and exposure to bigger projects.

Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every Uitenhage team member.

Internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Uitenhage have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Eastern Cape.

Training is a mix of formal courses, structured on-the-job learning and exposure to broader projects, all geared at building practical skills.

Your Role

• Track legal and regulatory changes and advise the business on impact
• Support investigations into theft, fraud and policy breaches
• Maintain FICA and KYC records in line with regulatory requirements
• Compile accurate occurrence books and incident reports
• Manage matter files, court diaries and litigation deadlines
• Run compliance training for staff on POPIA, FICA and ethics
• Liaise with the Sheriff, Master’s Office and external counsel

Candidate Profile

• Valid driver’s licence where required for the advertised duties; transport arrangements should support the scheduled shifts
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to remain calm and professional in high-pressure incidents
• Strong report-writing skills with accurate, factual content
• Active PSIRA registration at the appropriate grade for security roles
• Willingness to work shifts, weekends and public holidays as required
• Sound understanding of POPIA and applicable legal frameworks

Potential is considered alongside experience, so candidates who tick most of these boxes should still be considered.