Retail Loss Prevention Officer

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health and wellness benefits

Training in investigation techniques

Dynamic retail security environment

Safer retail space

Job summary

Placements24 in Mbombela (Nelspruit) is seeking a vigilant Retail Loss Prevention Officer to safeguard assets and minimize shrinkage at stores in Nelspruit and surrounding Mpumalanga. You will implement loss prevention strategies and promote security awareness among staff.

The role requires strong observational skills, investigative reporting abilities, and calm response to security challenges. You'll work with store management and local authorities to resolve issues and maintain a safe shopping

Qualifications

• Experience in loss prevention, security, or law enforcement is preferred.
• Strong observational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent investigative and report-writing abilities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor store activities to detect and prevent theft, fraud, and other security risks.
• Conduct investigations into suspected internal and external theft incidents, gathering evidence and preparing reports.
• Implement and enforce loss prevention policies and procedures to minimize merchandise and cash loss.
• Conduct regular security audits and provide recommendations for improving store security measures.
• Train store staff on loss prevention awareness and best practices.
• Work closely with store management and law enforcement as needed to resolve security issues.

Skills

Observational skills

Investigation

Report writing

Communication skills

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a vigilant and proactive Retail Loss Prevention Officer to safeguard assets and minimize shrinkage at their stores in Nelspruit and surrounding areas within Mpumalanga . You will be responsible for implementing loss prevention strategies, investigating incidents of theft or fraud, and promoting a culture of security awareness among staff. This role requires a keen eye for detail, strong observational skills, and the ability to respond effectively to security challenges in a retail environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor store activities to detect and prevent theft, fraud, and other security risks.
• Conduct investigations into suspected internal and external theft incidents, gathering evidence and preparing reports.
• Implement and enforce loss prevention policies and procedures to minimize merchandise and cash loss.
• Conduct regular security audits and provide recommendations for improving store security measures.
• Train store staff on loss prevention awareness and best practices.
• Work closely with store management and law enforcement as needed to resolve security issues.

Requirements

• Previous experience in loss prevention , security, or law enforcement is highly preferred.
• Strong observational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent investigative and report-writing abilities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with staff and customers.
• Ability to remain calm and composed in stressful situations.
• Knowledge of retail security systems and surveillance equipment is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for training in investigation techniques.
• Work in a dynamic retail security environment.
• Contribution to a safer retail space.