Senior Forensic Investigator - Corporate Security & Risk

Volkswagen Group; Kariega, Centurion, Sandton; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Volkswagen Group Africa is seeking a Forensic Investigator to protect people, assets, and reputation. You will lead investigations into theft, fraud, misconduct, and unethical practices, building evidence-based cases and supporting POPIA compliance.

Based in Kariega, you will act as SPoC for cargo crime with Logistics and collaborate with external authorities. You will report on trends, train staff, and contribute to a secure workplace.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar security role.
• Proven forensic investigations and evidence handling experience.
• Experience with disciplinary processes and CCMA representation.
• Sound knowledge of SA security/H.R. legislation and compliance.
• Fluent in English; basic German reading/writing.

Responsibilities

• Initiate, lead and coordinate security investigations with evidence gathering.
• Manage cases, identify root causes and implement preventative measures.
• Represent the company in criminal, labour and CCMA matters with testimony.
• Serve as SPoC with Logistics on cargo crime and losses.
• Support POPIA compliance and CCTV/data sharing controls.
• Coordinate travel security platform and provide risk reports.
• Analyze crime trends and report KPIs and stats.

Skills

Investigations leadership

Evidence handling

Discipline & confidentiality

Fluent in English

German (basic)

Education

Security Management qualification (e.g. B Tech)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Volkswagen Group Africa is seeking a Forensic Investigator to protect people, assets, and reputation. You will lead investigations into theft, fraud, misconduct, and unethical practices, building evidence-based cases and supporting POPIA compliance.

Based in Kariega, you will act as SPoC for cargo crime with Logistics and collaborate with external authorities. You will report on trends, train staff, and contribute to a secure workplace.