Personal Protection Specialist

2 months ago

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Deka Minas (Pty) Ltd Full time
Job Summary:

The Personal Protection Specialist is responsible for ensuring the safety, security, and well-being of high-profile individuals (VIPs) through proactive protection, threat assessment, and risk mitigation. This role requires comprehensive knowledge and training in personal protection strategies, crisis management, and situational awareness.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Personal Security: Provide close protection services to VIP clients, including monitoring their surroundings, managing potential threats, and escorting them in public and private settings.
  • Risk and Threat Assessment: Continuously assess potential risks and threats to the client by conducting thorough security assessments and pre-visit checks of venues and routes.
  • Emergency Response: Respond to emergencies such as physical threats, medical incidents, or natural disasters by executing emergency response plans and ensuring the client's safety.
  • Secure Transportation: Coordinate safe and secure transportation for the client, including vehicle checks, route planning, and, if necessary, driving in evasive or high-risk conditions.
  • Confidentiality and Discretion: Maintain strict confidentiality regarding the client's personal life, business, and security measures. Handle sensitive situations with utmost discretion.
  • Communication: Liaise with other security personnel, law enforcement, and relevant stakeholders to ensure seamless security operations for the VIP. Provide regular updates to clients or supervisors on safety measures and plans.
  • First Aid and Medical Assistance: Provide first-aid assistance as needed, especially in high-risk environments or during emergencies.
  • Training and Physical Fitness: Maintain peak physical condition, practice defensive tactics, and keep up to date with the latest personal protection techniques. Attend regular security training and refresher courses.
Qualifications and Experience:
  • PSIRA Qualification: Must hold a valid and up-to-date PSIRA registration.
  • CPOC Qualification: Completion of a Close Protection Operative Course (CPOC) from a recognized institution.
  • Advanced Close Protection Training: Certification in close protection or executive protection training from a recognized institution, in addition to the CPOC.
  • First Aid and Trauma Response Certification: Must be trained in basic or advanced first-aid (preferably trauma response).
  • Firearms Competency: Proficient in the safe handling and operation of firearms. Firearm competency certifications (if required by the client).
  • Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in VIP or executive protection, law enforcement, or military background is preferable.
Key Skills:
  • Threat Analysis: Ability to identify potential threats and mitigate risks in a variety of environments.
  • Attention to Detail: Strong situational awareness and ability to anticipate potential security issues.
  • Physical Fitness: Must maintain excellent physical condition to handle the physical demands of the job.
  • Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with clients while maintaining professional boundaries.
  • Crisis Management: Ability to remain calm under pressure and make quick decisions during emergencies.
  • Tactical Driving: Skilled in defensive and evasive driving techniques.
  • Ethical Integrity: High levels of professionalism, confidentiality, and integrity.
Additional Requirements:
  • Clean Criminal Record: Must have a clean criminal record as per PSIRA standards.
  • Willingness to Travel: Must be flexible and willing to travel both domestically and internationally at short notice.
  • Valid Driver's License: Must have a valid driver's license with no major infractions.
Working Conditions:
  • The role may involve long, irregular hours and may require working nights, weekends, and holidays depending on the client's schedule.
  • Travel: This role requires frequent travel, often on short notice, and the candidate must be prepared for both local and international assignments.
  • High-Pressure Situations: The bodyguard must be able to manage stressful situations with confidence and efficiency, prioritizing the safety of the VIP at all times.
Performance Indicators:
  • Successful prevention of security incidents.
  • Positive client feedback and satisfaction.
  • Ability to work within a team and collaborate with external security forces.
  • Demonstrating quick, effective decision-making in emergencies.
  • Maintaining physical and tactical readiness.
  • Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning, professional development, and excellence in security practice.

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