Investigation Officer x 2 position (6 months contract)

Cput Sa; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cape Peninsula University of Technology is seeking an Investigator for Protection Services to attend to and investigate complaints and perform related duties as required.

The role requires PSIRA registration, a relevant diploma, and 3 years of investigation experience. The position offers a contract arrangement with flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, and potential for security screening and vetting.

Qualifications

• National Diploma in Forensics Investigation, Criminal Justice, Law, or a related field.
• Grade A PSIRA registration or registerable with PSIRA within 3 months of assumption of duty.
• 3 years work experience in an investigation of crime.
• Valid driver's license and ability to drive.
• Experience handling complex work-related investigations.
• No criminal record and willingness to be subjected to security screening and vetting.

Responsibilities

• Investigations
• Internal and external liaison
• Verbal and written communication
• Applied knowledge of MS Word
• Time management
• Interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of: the substantive and procedural administrative and criminal laws
• Safety awareness
• Work independently
• Work well under pressure and meet deadlines; and effectively deal with hostile persons and in adversarial environments.
• Must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and/or holidays
• Read and comprehend legal material
• Communicate effectively (orally and in writing)
• Connect with people by working effectively with internal and external partners to accomplish goals.
• High level of confidentiality and professionalism

Skills

Forensics investigation

Criminal justice

Law

PSIRA registration

Written communication

Verbal communication

MS Word

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Security screening

Education

National Diploma in Forensics Investigation

Job description

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Job Title

Faculty

Department

Cape Peninsula University of Technology -> Protection Services -> Protection Services

Campus/ Location

Job Type

Contract

Occupational Function

Support / Admin

Number of Positions

2

Annual Salary Package (incl. Medical Aid rate based on principal member only)

To be confirmed

Advert Closing Date

21/11/2026

Job Purpose

The Investigator, in daily operations attends to and investigates complaints and performs related duties as required and attends other assignments as directed.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• National Diploma in Forensics Investigation, Criminal Justice, Law, or a related field.
• Grade A PSIRA registration or registerable with PSIRA within 3 months of assumption of duty.
• 3 years work experience in an investigation of crime.
• Valid driver's License and be able to drive
• Experience handling complex work related investigation.
• No criminal record and be willing to be subjected to security screening and vetting

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

• Investigations
• Internal and External liaison
• Verbal and written communication
• Applied knowledge of MS Word
• Time management
• Interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of: the substantive and procedural administrative and criminal laws;
• Safety awareness.
• Work independently
• Work well under pressure and meet deadlines; and effectively deal with hostile persons and in adversarial environments.
• Must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and/or holidays
• Read and comprehend legal material
• Communicate effectively (orally and in writing)
• Connect with people by working effectively with internal and external partners to accomplish goals.
• High level of confidentiality and professionalism

General Information

The Cape Peninsula University of Technology is committed to Employment Equity and aims to attract and retain talented individuals to achieve our equity objectives and therefore, people from the designated groups, including those with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to applicants whose appointment contributes towards the achievement of demographic representation. We reserve the right not to make an appointment.

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We are also the largest university in the province.