Investigator

Whether you are an experienced Investigator or stepping into the role for the first time, there is space for you in Standerton. The team hires on merit and across communities in Mpumalanga.

About This Position

The organisation is investing in its Standerton operation, and this Investigator position reflects that commitment. The successful candidate will work across the legal and security jobs function and contribute to the wider Mpumalanga business.

Day-to-day, the role balances focused delivery with the kind of collaboration that keeps things moving. The successful candidate is trusted to make sensible decisions inside the agreed scope, with line-management support whenever a sounding board is useful.

Internal documentation, process notes and shared playbooks make it easier for the Investigator to step into the legal and security jobs workflow quickly. Institutional knowledge is well-organised, so people are not reinventing the wheel from one week to the next.

Your Future Here

Career progression for this legal and security jobs role in Standerton depends on the hiring organisation’s policies, role requirements and business needs in Mpumalanga.

Beyond that, internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Standerton have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Mpumalanga.

Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every Standerton team member.

Day in the Life

Your day is built on focus and detail. You work through matter files or post lists, review evidence or contracts and check that every required record is in place. Communication with site teams, attorneys, clients or SAPS is constant, and you keep your reports factual, precise and timely. When something out of the ordinary happens, you respond calmly and follow procedure, knowing that good documentation today protects the business tomorrow.

Beyond that, the Standerton office buzzes through peak hours and settles into focused, productive lulls in between, giving you time to plan and reset before the next stretch of work.

No two days look exactly the same — and that variety is part of what keeps the role engaging for the right candidate in Standerton.

Working in Standerton

Standerton continues to grow as an employment hub in Mpumalanga, with within the Highveld coal corridor. This role gives you a foothold in one of its busier business communities, with access to the local services, suppliers and partners that keep the work moving.

Candidates should review the listed location, schedule and travel requirements before applying for this role in Standerton, Mpumalanga.

Accessibility is taken seriously: where the role allows, the team works toward a balance of in-office presence and flexibility for candidates based in and around Standerton.

Your Role

• Conduct legal research and prepare opinions for the legal team
• Monitor CCTV systems and respond to alarms and incidents
• Track legal and regulatory changes and advise the business on impact
• Run compliance training for staff on POPIA, FICA and ethics
• Support investigations into theft, fraud and policy breaches
• Manage matter files, court diaries and litigation deadlines
• Operate access control points and verify visitor credentials

Who We’re Looking For

• Ability to remain calm and professional in high-pressure incidents
• Strong report-writing skills with accurate, factual content
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Valid driver’s licence where required for the advertised duties; transport arrangements should support the scheduled shifts
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and refresher training

Importantly, candidates who meet most of these criteria are welcome to be considered for the role.