Loss Control Officer (Mall Stores) – Immediate Start

You'll catch shoplifting and stock losses at a retail distribution centre in Umlazi before they cost jobs. Bring a calm head on busy days and you'll be fine.

The site is in Umlazi; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying. Overtime comes up in peak season and is paid.

• Help with stock counts and point out loss hot-spots
• Share trends with the store manager each week
• Check receiving bay deliveries against invoices and seal numbers
• Search staff bags at exit points according to store policy
• Detain suspects lawfully and call SAPS, then write a statement
• Tag high-value stock and check security tags at the doors
• Record every incident with photos, times and value of goods

• Matric or equivalent NQF Level 4
• Available for retail hours including month-end weekends
• Good report writing
• Knowledge of lawful arrest and search under the Criminal Procedure Act

• Experience giving evidence in court
• Understanding of stock systems and shrinkage reports

• Monthly recovery incentives
• Plain clothes work (no uniform in detective roles)
• Staff discount at the retailer
• Retail trading hours, no night shift in most stores

• Give numbers on your CV: how many cases you opened, how many led to arrests. Retail security managers trust results.
• Keep your appearance low-key for the interview. Detectives need to blend in with shoppers.