Investigator

Applications are warmly invited for a Investigator role based in Senekal. We welcome candidates from every background across Free State who are ready to grow with us.

Overview

The Investigator position is part of an ongoing recruitment drive across Free State. The brief has been shaped carefully, with a focus on delivery in Senekal and across the legal and security jobs space.

On top of that, the organisation keeps reporting lines clean and expectations realistic. Performance is measured against a small, agreed set of metrics, and there are no surprise yardsticks for the Investigator taking on this position.

Reasonable working hours and respectful planning are part of how the role runs. The team values strong delivery, and load is balanced fairly across the legal and security jobs group in Senekal.

Tools, systems and information are there to support the role rather than slow it down. The company continues to invest in the technology that backs its Senekal teams, and the new Investigator will feel that from the first week.

The Environment

Beyond that, the environment is process-driven and regulation-aware. Whether you are at a desk or on site, attention to detail, calm conduct and accurate reporting are non-negotiable.

A respectful, professional environment is the standard in Free State. Bullying, harassment and unfair conduct have no place here, and managers are trained to act decisively when concerns are raised.

Importantly, the working environment is set up to give the team the focus needed for deeper work, while keeping collaboration and quick problem-solving close at hand.

Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Senekal site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.

Meet the Team

Importantly, the team you will be working with is fast-paced and energetic. Things move quickly across the Senekal office, and the people who thrive here are the ones who plan ahead, communicate openly and pick up the slack when Free State operations get busy.

Crucially, the team mix in Senekal reflects a balance of experienced operators and emerging talent, with deliberate space for diverse voices and backgrounds.

Collaboration is the default working mode. Whether picking up a quick query or working through a complex project, you will find colleagues willing to lean in and help.

Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.

Our Commitment to Transformation

Diverse teams build stronger workplaces. Applications are welcome from candidates of every background, language and community across Free State, and recruitment is fair, transparent and aligned with the EE Act.

B-BBEE compliance is more than a scorecard here. It informs how the business invests in skills development, supplier diversity and community engagement across the country.

Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Senekal.

Practical steps back the words. Structured EE reporting, transformation initiatives and learnership programmes give real opportunities to candidates from across Free State.

Why This Role

Importantly, the company invests in the people who join it. From structured onboarding to ongoing skills development, you will find clear paths to grow your career in legal and security jobs from your base in Senekal. Many colleagues across Free State have moved into senior roles after starting in positions just like this one.

Benefits are clear and consistent. Beyond the package on offer, the role includes the supports you would expect from an established South African employer in Free State.

On top of that, the company reinvests in its people: paid training, internal moves and the chance to take on bigger projects are all part of how careers in Senekal keep progressing.

Recognition matters here. Strong performers are noticed quickly, and many promotions across the business have started in the Senekal teams.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Monitor CCTV systems and respond to alarms and incidents
• Compile accurate occurrence books and incident reports
• Track legal and regulatory changes and advise the business on impact
• Support investigations into theft, fraud and policy breaches
• Operate access control points and verify visitor credentials
• Patrol assigned premises and conduct visible security deterrence
• Conduct searches and inspections in line with site procedures
• Maintain FICA and KYC records in line with regulatory requirements

Essential Criteria

• Valid driver’s licence and own reliable transport (often required)
• Sound ethical judgement and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Relevant qualification: LLB, paralegal diploma or PSIRA grading as required
• Sound understanding of POPIA and applicable legal frameworks
• Ability to remain calm and professional in high-pressure incidents
• Active PSIRA registration at the appropriate grade for security roles

Potential is considered alongside experience, so candidates who tick most of these boxes should still be considered.