Work-Force
A vacancy has been confirmed for a Loss Prevention Officer based in Douglas, Northern Cape. The successful candidate will join an established team within the retail jobs function.
About the Opportunity
This Loss Prevention Officer role sits within the retail jobs function in Douglas. It offers a defined scope, clear measures of success, and the support of an experienced team across Northern Cape.
The role suits a candidate who values consistency and clear communication. The Douglas operation runs on accurate work, steady relationships and a genuine respect for the people in the team.
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 retail jobs group in Douglas.
Your Future Here
Career progression for this retail jobs role in Douglas depends on the hiring organisation’s policies, role requirements and business needs in Northern Cape.
Training is a mix of formal courses, structured on-the-job learning and exposure to broader projects, all geared at building practical skills.
Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every Douglas team member.
The Environment
Crucially, the work environment is fast-paced and customer-facing. Expect long periods on your feet, weekend and public-holiday shifts, and the energy that comes with a busy retail floor.
Notably, the role is intended to operate under the hiring organisation’s workplace conduct, health and safety policies in Northern Cape.
Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Douglas site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
Why This Role
On top of that, the hiring organisation may provide onboarding or skills development for this retail jobs role in Douglas; the available support will be confirmed in the final vacancy details for Northern Cape.
Crucially, career development may be available depending on the role, business needs and the hiring organisation’s policies.
Crucially, the package, working arrangements and any available support will be confirmed by the hiring organisation for this vacancy.
Key Outputs
- Replenish stock and rotate displays in line with promotional cycles
- Monitor shrinkage indicators and flag suspicious activity
- Assist with receiving deliveries and verifying goods against invoices
- Train new team members on store procedures and product knowledge
- Maintain visual merchandising standards on the sales floor
- Respond to customer queries, complaints and product returns
Candidate Profile
- Matric / National Senior Certificate (Grade 12)
- Able to perform the essential standing and customer-service duties, with reasonable accommodation where applicable
- Awareness of consumer protection and B-BBEE principles
- Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced retail environment
- Comfortable operating point-of-sale systems and handling cash
Candidates who meet most of these criteria are welcome to be considered for the role.