Investigator

SA Metal Group (Pty) Ltd; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading metals and recycling firm is seeking a Company Investigator in Cape Town to support the Security department with internal and external investigations. Responsibilities include conducting investigations into misconduct, gathering evidence, and drafting reports. Ideal candidates should have at least 3–5 years in investigations, excellent analytical skills, and PSIRA registration. Competitive benefits included.

Benefits

Provident Fund

Life cover at 4 X annual salary

Funeral cover

15 X paid leave days per annum

Long service leave after five years

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3–5 years’ experience in investigations, preferably in security or law enforcement.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Knowledge of the Second Hand Goods Act is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Conduct internal investigations into theft, fraud, and misconduct.
• Gather and analyze evidence according to legal requirements.
• Draft detailed investigation reports.

Skills

Investigative procedures

Evidence handling

Interviewing skills

Analytical skills

Report writing

Communication skills

Education

Grade 12 / Matric certificate

Relevant tertiary qualification in Security, Policing, or Criminology

PSIRA registration (Grade B or higher)

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Incident management systems

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Company Investigators primary purpose is to provide support to the Security department with all internal and external investigations. The investigator will be responsible for, but are not limited to:

Responsibilities (NOT limited to the below)

• Conduct internal investigations into theft, fraud, misconduct, accidents, safety breaches, and other security-related incidents.
• Gather, analyze, and preserve evidence in accordance with company procedures and legal requirements.
• Interview witnesses, suspects, and employees to obtain accurate statements.
• Draft clear, factual, and detailed investigation reports with findings and recommendations.
• Liaise with law enforcement and other external agencies when required.
• Monitor compliance with company policies, security protocols, and access control systems.
• Support disciplinary processes by presenting findings and evidence.
• Conduct surveillance and monitoring where necessary to prevent losses or breaches.
• Maintain confidentiality of all sensitive information.
• Provide recommendations to improve security systems, procedures, and overall risk management.
• Assist with training of security staff on investigation techniques and incident reporting.
• Perform ad-hoc duties as and when required.

QUALIFYING EXPERIENCE

• Grade 12 / Matric certificate (relevant tertiary qualification in Security, Policing, or Criminology will be advantageous).
• PSIRA registration (Grade B or higher preferred).
• Minimum of 3–5 years’ experience in investigations, preferably within the security or law enforcement sector.
• Strong knowledge of investigative procedures, evidence handling, and legal processes.
• Excellent interviewing, analytical and report-writing skills.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.
• Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, Outlook, incident management systems).
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Preparedness to work irregular hours, weekends, or public holidays when required.
• Knowledge of the Second Hand Goods Act is advantageous.

QUALIFYING ATTRIBUTES

• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Sound judgment and decision-making.
• Ability to handle sensitive issues with discretion.
• Proactive and results-driven approach.

OTHER INFORMATION:

Job Title: Company Investigator

Reporting to Security Manager

Job Type: Permanent Position

Benefits include:

• Provident Fund
• Life cover at 4 X annual salary
• Funeral cover
• 15 X paid leave days per annum
• Long service leave after five years of employment

Standard hours

07h30 – 17h00: Monday to Thursday

07h30 – 16h00: Friday

Will be required to work overtime as per operational requirements

External candidates are encouraged to apply for this vacancy on www.sametal.co.za/careers/ by no later than Friday 24 October 2025.

We regret that it is not possible to contact all unsuccessful applicants. Applicants who have not been contacted within fourteen (14) days from the date of their submission should consider their application unsuccessful.

Please note that the successful candidate will receive a formal, written offer of employment after all applicable pre-employment checks have been completed. This offer will only be valid if it is signed by a company representative authorised to make such an offer. Representations made on behalf of the company in any other form do not constitute valid offers of employment and should not be construed as such.