Loss Prevention Specialist

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and incentives

Health, dental & vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Professional certifications

Continuing education opportunities

Dynamic safety-focused environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Loss Prevention Specialist to join our Pretoria-based team. The role emphasizes on-site risk assessments, safety program implementation, and investigations to minimize financial exposure in the insurance sector.

You will work with underwriting, claims and operations to uphold safety protocols and regulatory compliance while contributing to operational efficiency and client protection.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Risk Management, Occupational Health and Safety or related field.
• 4+ years of experience in loss prevention, risk management, or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of safety regulations, industry standards, and risk assessment methodologies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and investigative skills.
• Effective communication and training abilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments of company operations and client sites to identify potential hazards.
• Develop and implement effective loss prevention strategies and safety programs.
• Investigate accidents, near misses and incidents to determine root causes and recommend corrective actions.
• Educate employees and clients on safety procedures, regulatory compliance and risk management best practices.
• Monitor and analyze loss data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including underwriting, claims and operations, to ensure a cohesive approach to risk management.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Investigative skills

Communication skills

Training abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Risk Management

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and knowledgeable Loss Prevention Specialist to join their team in Pretoria. This role is critical in identifying and mitigating potential risks that could lead to financial losses for the company and its clients. You will conduct thorough risk assessments, implement preventative measures, and investigate incidents to minimize exposure. This position requires a strong presence on-site, working closely with various departments to ensure adherence to safety protocols and company policies, contributing directly to operational efficiency and financial stability within the insurance sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments of company operations and client sites to identify potential hazards.
• Develop and implement effective loss prevention strategies and safety programs.
• Investigate accidents, near misses, and incidents to determine root causes and recommend corrective actions.
• Educate employees and clients on safety procedures, regulatory compliance, and risk management best practices.
• Monitor and analyze loss data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including underwriting, claims, and operations, to ensure a cohesive approach to risk management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Risk Management, Occupational Health and Safety, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in loss prevention, risk management, or a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of safety regulations, industry standards, and risk assessment methodologies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and investigative skills.
• Effective communication and training abilities.
• Ability to conduct site visits and travel within the Pretoria region as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Opportunities for professional certifications and continuing education.
• A dynamic work environment focused on safety and risk reduction.