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Thinking About Armed Response? Here’s What You Need Before ApplyingArmed response can be an attractive career move for s...
19/10/2026

Thinking About Armed Response? Here’s What You Need Before Applying

Armed response can be an attractive career move for security officers looking for more responsibility and different opportunities.

But it is also a role that comes with more risk and higher expectations.

Depending on the position, employers may look for things such as the correct PSIRA registration, fi***rm competency, a valid driver’s licence, relevant training and previous security experience.

Good communication, decision-making and the ability to stay calm under pressure are also important.

Before applying, read the job requirements carefully and make sure your documents and training are up to date.

Would you consider moving from normal guarding into armed response?

Can You Get a Security Job Without Experience?Everyone has to start somewhere.One of the biggest problems new security j...
19/10/2026

Can You Get a Security Job Without Experience?

Everyone has to start somewhere.

One of the biggest problems new security job seekers face is seeing vacancies asking for experience when they have never had the chance to get their first job.

If you are starting out, focus on what you can bring to the role.

Make sure your PSIRA registration is in order, keep your CV simple and up to date, include any training you have completed and be clear about your availability and location.

Your first job may not be your ideal job, but it can help you build the experience you need for better opportunities later.

Was it difficult for you to get your first security job?

What Jobs Can You Get With a PSIRA Grade C?Grade C is one of the most common starting points for people entering the pri...
19/10/2026

What Jobs Can You Get With a PSIRA Grade C?

Grade C is one of the most common starting points for people entering the private security industry.

With Grade C, you may find opportunities in areas such as access control, guarding residential estates, retail security, office buildings, warehouses and other static guarding roles.

But having the grade alone does not guarantee a job.

Employers may also look at your experience, communication skills, reliability, location and any extra training you have completed.

Grade C can be a starting point, but gaining experience and continuing your training can open up more opportunities over time.

If you currently have Grade C, what type of security job are you looking for?

How Much Does a Security Guard Really Earn in South Africa?Salary is one of the first things people want to know when lo...
19/10/2026

How Much Does a Security Guard Really Earn in South Africa?
Salary is one of the first things people want to know when looking for security work, but the answer is not always simple.

What you earn can depend on your PSIRA grade, experience, location, the type of site you work at, your shifts, and the company you work for.

Someone working at a residential estate may not earn the same as someone doing armed response, control room work or supervision.

It’s also important to look beyond the basic salary. Transport costs, overtime, benefits and working hours can make a big difference to what you actually take home.

What do you think a fair monthly salary for a security guard should be in South Africa?

Would You Take a Lower Salary for a Job Closer to Home?Sometimes the highest salary is not always the best option.You mi...
14/10/2026

Would You Take a Lower Salary for a Job Closer to Home?

Sometimes the highest salary is not always the best option.

You might earn more at a job that is far away, but then you’re spending more on transport and losing hours every day just getting to work and back.

A job closer to home could mean less money spent travelling, more time with your family, and a much easier daily routine.

But then again, the job further away might offer better pay or more opportunities in the long run.
So it really comes down to what matters more to you.

Would you take a slightly lower salary if it meant working much closer to home?

Would You Quit Your Job Today If Another Company Offered You R1,000 More?An extra R1,000 per month can make a real diffe...
14/10/2026

Would You Quit Your Job Today If Another Company Offered You R1,000 More?

An extra R1,000 per month can make a real difference, but changing jobs is not always as simple as choosing the bigger salary.

Before moving, it’s worth looking at the full picture:

- How much will you spend on transport?
- Are the working hours better or worse?
- Is the new job permanent or temporary?
- What benefits do you have now?
- Is the new site closer or further from home?
- Is there more opportunity to grow?

A higher salary can be a good reason to move, but only if the overall job is better for you.
What would matter most to you: more money, better hours, a closer site, or job security?

Would you move to another province for the right security job?Maybe the pay is better. Maybe the company offers more gro...
13/10/2026

Would you move to another province for the right security job?

Maybe the pay is better. Maybe the company offers more growth. Maybe there are simply more opportunities in another part of the country.

For some people, relocating could be worth it. For others, being close to family and home matters more.

If you got a good security job in another province, would you go?
Comment with:

YES — I’d move
or
NO — I’d stay close to home

Should Security Jobs Show the Salary?You find a security job that looks right.The PSIRA grade matches.The location works...
13/10/2026

Should Security Jobs Show the Salary?

You find a security job that looks right.

The PSIRA grade matches.
The location works.
The shift works.

Then you get to the salary and see:
“Market related.”

Would you still apply?

For many job seekers, pay is one of the first things they want to know before spending time on an application.

A clear salary can help people decide whether the job is worth applying for, while vague wording can put good candidates off.

Would you apply for a security job if the salary was not shown?
👇 Tell us in the comments.

What Problem Does TenEight Solve for Employers?Hiring security staff can be frustrating.Companies can receive many CVs, ...
12/10/2026

What Problem Does TenEight Solve for Employers?

Hiring security staff can be frustrating.
Companies can receive many CVs, but still struggle to quickly find candidates who match the grade, experience, location and requirements of the post.

TenEight helps bring that process into one place.
Employers can:

✅ Post security vacancies
✅ Review candidate profiles
✅ Manage applications
✅ Compare applicants more easily
✅ Build a candidate pool for future roles

Instead of starting from zero every time you need staff, TenEight helps make security recruitment more organised.

The goal is not just more applicants. It is better-matched candidates and an easier hiring process.

What Problem Does TenEight Solve for Job Seekers?Looking for security work can take time, money and effort.Many job seek...
12/10/2026

What Problem Does TenEight Solve for Job Seekers?

Looking for security work can take time, money and effort.

Many job seekers still travel from company to company handing out CVs, only to find out that the vacancy does not match their PSIRA grade, location or experience.
TenEight gives security job seekers a better way.

Create one profile with your:
✅ PSIRA grade
✅ Work experience
✅ Skills and training
✅ Certificates
✅ Location and job preferences

Then browse security jobs and apply for opportunities that are a better match for you.

The goal is simple: less time chasing random vacancies, more time applying for the right ones.

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