Store Detective: Discreet Investigator & Loss Prevention

Mitie Group; South Ockendon; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed 45-hour contract

Company pension scheme

Role-specific training and ongoing dev

Support from experienced management

Opportunities to develop investigative

Career progression within security

Diverse and varied working environment

Work with a major national retailer

Job summary

Mitie Group plc. in the United Kingdom is seeking a professional Store Detective to join our retail security team.

Working mainly in plain clothes, you will use observation, communication and investigative skills to help identify suspicious activity, prevent retail crime and create a safer environment for customers and colleagues. The role offers independence within a supportive team, a guaranteed 45-hour contract, and progression opportunities, with a focus on incident reporting, liaising with

Qualifications

• Valid SIA Security Guarding or Door Supervisor licence.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Access to a reliable vehicle.
• Flexible to travel across the local area.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Confidence to work independently and manage your working day.
• Professional, respectful and inclusive approach.

Responsibilities

• Work discreetly in plain clothes within retail stores.
• Identify suspicious behaviour and potential theft.
• Gather information and intelligence relating to retail crime.
• Identify patterns and repeat offenders.
• Produce clear and accurate incident reports.
• Communicate with store colleagues, security teams and operational management.
• Support stores experiencing increased levels of theft or criminal activity.
• Share intelligence to help prevent future incidents.
• Liaise with the Police when required.

Skills

SIA Licence

Driving Licence

Vehicle access

Communication skills

Independent worker

Professional attitude

Travel flexibility

Job description

Mitie Group plc. in the United Kingdom is seeking a professional Store Detective to join our retail security team.

Working mainly in plain clothes, you will use observation, communication and investigative skills to help identify suspicious activity, prevent retail crime and create a safer environment for customers and colleagues. The role offers independence within a supportive team, a guaranteed 45-hour contract, and progression opportunities, with a focus on incident reporting, liaising with