Are you passionate about law enforcement, public safety, and protecting high-profile individuals? Merafong City Local Municipality has officially announced VIP Protection Officer vacancies, offering a rare opportunity for qualified and disciplined professionals to serve in a prestigious role that ensures the safety of municipal executives and high-ranking officials.
POSTS: VIP PROTECTION OFFICERS X12
- Section: Public Safety
- Reference: VIP/1/05/2025
- Remuneration: R320 082.82, R336 322.62 – R353 418.35 – R371 363.48
Key Responsibilities of a VIP Protection Officer
Successful candidates will be tasked with:
- Responsible for pro-active and reactive protection of VIP against direct and indirect personal risks impartially and with respect of norms of the Law and Society
- Ensure that the principal does not fall into any danger
- Must be able to control crowd for the entrance and exit of the principal in hostile environment
- May be a driver responsible to safe drive and upkeep of a principal or escort vehicle
- Make sure of principal’s schedule of work in order to be able to plan protection activities
- Responsible to report to the Superintendent: VIP @ Keeping of Mayoral and Speaker vehicle clean and in good conditions
- Making route maps based on the diary
- Must honour all appointments and must ensure that principal arrives on time for appointments
- Adhere to the principles of conduct during execution of duties e attendance of meetings.
- Protection of the principal and their immediate family.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
To be eligible for the role, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Grade 12
- PSIRA Certificate
- Valid Code 08 Driver’s License
- 1-2 years’ experience within a security environment
- Good driving skills
- Must have NO criminal record
- Must be able to work irregular hour and overtime when required
- Must be able to work in all conditions, i.e. weather and environment
- Good communication skills
- Firearm Competency Certificate will be an added advantage.
- Attentive to detail
- Physical fitness
Additional Advantages
- VIP Protection or Close Protection Officer certificate
- Military or SAPS background
- Excellent communication and situational awareness skills
- Knowledge of municipal protocol and public service conduct
HOW TO APPLY:
Interested candidates must submit a detailed CV, certified copies of qualifications, and a motivational cover letter to the Merafong City Local Municipality HR Department. Or can email applications to: recruitment@merafong.gov.za
Applications can also be delivered by hand Merafong City Municipality, Halite Street, Carletonville, 2499
Make sure your application is complete and submitted before the deadline, as late or incomplete applications will not be considered. Preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates who reside within Merafong municipal boundaries.
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Why Join Merafong City Local Municipality?
This is more than just a job — it’s a chance to serve and protect civic leadership in a municipality committed to progress, safety, and community service. The municipality offers a structured environment, career growth potential, and the honor of serving at the highest level of municipal protection.
CLOSING DATE: 20 JUNE 2025
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