Supervisor Fraud Investigation

GOLD FIELDS; Westonaria Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A mining company is seeking a Supervisor for Fraud Investigation at South Deep Gold Mine, focused on investigating policy breaches. Candidates must have extensive experience and relevant certifications. Safety and teamwork are crucial; a driver's license and a proven safety record are necessary. The role offers a chance to contribute to a culture of zero harm while ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years' experience as a fraud investigator, preferably in mining or corporate environment.
• Working knowledge of South African Police Services and judicial process.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure health and safety of self and team members.
• Conduct internal and externally assisted investigations.
• Develop innovative fraud investigation techniques.

Skills

Proven personal safety record

Interpersonal skills

Investigative knowledge

Data analytics

Computer literacy

Verbal and written reporting

Problem-solving skills

Education

Grade 12 or NQF L4 equivalent

Grade A certificate in security

Fraud investigations certificate or diploma

Job description

South Deep is recruiting! This is an opportunity to bring your expertise to a dynamic and engaged team of professionals, working together to become the beacon of pride for our people, our communities, our stakeholders, and our shareholders. At South Deep, we value each person’s individual and collective contribution and support your ongoing development, helping you to achieve your career and our business aspirations.

POSITION:

Supervisor: Fraud Investigation

JOB GRADING:

C Upper

DEPARTMENT:

People

SITE:

South Deep Gold Mine

The Supervisor: Investigator will fulfil the role of investigating all internal and external policy/procedural breaches and unlawful matters relating to South Deep Mine.

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12 or NQF L4 equivalent
• Have a Grade “A” certificate in security, registered with the Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSIRA)
• Fraud investigations certificate or diploma
• 5-10 years’ experience as a fraud investigator in a specialised investigation unit, of which 5 years should have preferably been in the mining and/or corporate environment
• Working knowledge of South African Police Services as well as the judicial process
• Valid driver’s license
• Be declared medically fit for the position and environment, as determined by a risk-based medical examination at the Gold Fields Occupational Health Centre and pass a Heat Tolerance Screening test, and such other tests as may be required to assess the applicant’s suitability for employment

Key Competencies:

• Proven personal safety record
• Interpersonal, collaborative and communication skills
• Investigative knowledge, experience and skill
• Advanced proficiency in data analytics
• Advanced computer literacy, including use of case management software
• Advanced proficiency in verbal and written reporting, including presentations
• Highly discretionary and the ability to apply common sense and tact in diverse scenarios
• Independent, proactive thinking and the ability to schedule and deliver work confidentially within tight deadlines
• Ability to work autonomously and confidentially, using initiative and independent problem‑solving skills

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure health and safety of self and team members by applying relevant standards and procedures in all relevant activities
• Contribute to a culture of zero harm by adhering to all requirements as laid down by legislation, health, safety, environmental, security policies, and procedures, and by the application of specific instructions to own work area and task completion
• Build and maintain an information network
• Collect and process both overt and covert information and guide operational strategies accordingly
• Provide information-based insights to Protection Services management for fraud risk mitigation
• Conduct internal and externally assisted investigations
• Develop innovative fraud investigation techniques
• Furnish monthly fraud investigation and intelligence reports for Protection Services

Closing Date:

12 November 2025

NOTE: all relevant certificates must be attached to your CV in order to be considered for shortlisting

Please note that the Gold Fields code of conduct strictly prohibits the exchange of any payment as part of its recruitment process.

Gold Fields is committed to advancing Employment Equity (EE) through our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) values. We encourage Historically Disadvantaged South Africans (HDSA) and differently abled candidates to apply.

Should you require any assistance or have any challenges in applying for a position, please contact the Recruitment hub on 011 411 1387