Loss Prevention Officer (Distribution Centre)

Shrinkage hurts every fashion retail store; in Durban Central, you would be the one tracking it down. You'll work with a small crew, so being easy to work with matters as much as skill.

The work is in Durban Central, KwaZulu-Natal, so you'll need a reliable way to get there every day. Overtime comes up in peak season and is paid.

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

• Good report writing
• Available for retail hours including month-end weekends
• PSIRA registration, Grade C at least
• Knowledge of lawful arrest and search under the Criminal Procedure Act
• Able to handle confrontation calmly

• Previous store detective experience with case outcomes
• Understanding of stock systems and shrinkage reports

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

• 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.