Receiving Bay Security Checker

Blend in, watch closely and act lawfully: that is loss prevention at a supermarket in eMalahleni. Someone who likes a bit of variety, but also likes doing things the right way, will enjoy this.

The site is in eMalahleni; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying.

• Walk the floor in plain clothes and watch for shoplifting behaviour
• Search staff bags at exit points according to store policy
• Check receiving bay deliveries against invoices and seal numbers
• Record every incident with photos, times and value of goods
• Share trends with the store manager each week
• Attend court as a witness when a case goes to trial

• Available for retail hours including month-end weekends
• Matric or equivalent NQF Level 4
• Able to handle confrontation calmly
• Good report writing

• Understanding of stock systems and shrinkage reports
• Experience giving evidence in court
• Previous store detective experience with case outcomes

• Retail trading hours, no night shift in most stores
• Staff discount at the retailer
• Monthly recovery incentives

• Keep your appearance low-key for the interview. Detectives need to blend in with shoppers.
• Show you know the legal limits of search and arrest. A single unlawful arrest can cost a store badly, so they will ask about it.