Receiving Bay Security Checker

Blend in, watch closely and act lawfully: that is loss prevention at a building-supplies store in Sandton. Expect to be trusted with real work from your first week.

You'll report in Sandton. Relocation is not covered for this one. You'll start with a short induction before working on your own.

• Walk the floor in plain clothes and watch for shoplifting behaviour
• Record every incident with photos, times and value of goods
• Review CCTV footage to confirm suspected theft
• Search staff bags at exit points according to store policy
• Share trends with the store manager each week
• Check receiving bay deliveries against invoices and seal numbers
• Help with stock counts and point out loss hot-spots

• Matric or equivalent NQF Level 4
• PSIRA registration, Grade C at least
• Knowledge of lawful arrest and search under the Criminal Procedure Act
• Discreet, observant and honest
• Able to handle confrontation calmly

• Understanding of stock systems and shrinkage reports
• Retail loss prevention course

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

• 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.
• Keep your appearance low-key for the interview. Detectives need to blend in with shoppers.