Investigator

Posted recently. We believe great workplaces are built on great people. We are looking for a Investigator in Bellville, and we encourage applicants from across Western Cape to consider this opportunity.

About This Position

An experienced Investigator is needed to support operations in Bellville. The role forms part of how the business keeps its legal and security jobs portfolio strong in Western Cape.

The successful applicant is given the room to plan, deliver and review their work without unnecessary noise. The organisation has built its Bellville team on trust, and the Investigator role will feel that from week one.

Quality is everyone’s job. Whether the Investigator is processing a transaction, supporting a colleague or handling a customer query, the standard expected in Western Cape is consistently high and consistently fair.

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.

The Environment

Crucially, 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.

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

Crucially, the role is intended to operate under the hiring organisation’s workplace conduct, health and safety policies in Western Cape.

Beyond that, 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.

About the Team

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

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

Crucially, the team structure and working relationships for this role in Bellville will be explained during the hiring process.

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.

Diversity and Inclusion

Equally, the organisation is committed to fair, merit-based recruitment and equal opportunity. Applications are assessed against the published role requirements in line with applicable employment law.

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 Bellville.

Notably, the hiring organisation’s applicable employment-equity and inclusion practices will be explained in the final vacancy details for Western Cape.

Your Future Here

This role can grow with you. Strong performers in the legal and security jobs team in Bellville have moved into senior, supervisory and specialist positions, and that journey is supported through coaching, training and exposure to bigger projects.

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

Training is a mix of formal courses, structured on-the-job learning and exposure to broader projects, all geared at building practical skills.

Equally, internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Bellville have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Western Cape.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Coordinate with SAPS and emergency services during incidents
• Compile accurate occurrence books and incident reports
• Conduct searches and inspections in line with site procedures
• Maintain FICA and KYC records in line with regulatory requirements
• Maintain PSIRA registration and uphold the security industry code of conduct
• Manage matter files, court diaries and litigation deadlines
• Track legal and regulatory changes and advise the business on impact
• Conduct legal research and prepare opinions for the legal team

Essential Criteria

• Valid driver’s licence where required for the advertised duties; transport arrangements should support the scheduled shifts
• Active PSIRA registration at the appropriate grade for security roles
• Willingness to work shifts, weekends and public holidays as required
• Able to perform the essential duties of a site-based security role safely, with reasonable accommodation where applicable
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and refresher training
• Excellent attention to detail when reviewing documents and evidence

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