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Looking for your next move as a Loss Prevention Officer in Cape Town? A role has just opened that gives you real responsibility and a clear path forward in Western Cape.
About the Opportunity
This Loss Prevention Officer role has been briefed against a clear set of outcomes for Cape Town. The successful candidate will work alongside an established team and will be expected to contribute meaningfully to the legal and security jobs pipeline across Western Cape.
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 Loss Prevention Officer taking on this position.
Quality is everyone’s job. Whether the Loss Prevention Officer is processing a transaction, supporting a colleague or handling a customer query, the standard expected in Western Cape is consistently high and consistently fair.
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 Cape Town teams, and the new Loss Prevention Officer will feel that from the first week.
Equal Opportunity
Inclusive recruitment is part of the organisation’s employment practices. Applicants are assessed on relevant qualifications, skills and experience for this role in Cape Town.
Practically speaking, the hiring organisation’s applicable employment-equity and inclusion practices will be explained in the final vacancy details for Western Cape.
Importantly, inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Cape Town.
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.
Your Team
Notably, the team you will be working with is fast-paced and energetic. Things move quickly across the Cape Town 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.
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.
Notably, the team structure and working relationships for this role in Cape Town will be explained during the hiring process.
Working in Cape Town
In addition, the role is based in Cape Town, near the Cape Town International Airport hub. Public transport links and parking are within easy reach, making the daily commute manageable for candidates living across Cape Town and the broader Western Cape region.
Many candidates already living within reach of Cape Town cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Western Cape economy.
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 Cape Town.
Candidates should review the listed location, schedule and travel requirements before applying for this role in Cape Town, Western Cape.
Career Growth
Career progression for this legal and security jobs role in Cape Town depends on the hiring organisation’s policies, role requirements and business needs in Western Cape.
Internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Cape Town have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Western 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 Cape Town team member.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Support investigations into theft, fraud and policy breaches
- Draft, review and amend commercial contracts and service agreements
- Track legal and regulatory changes and advise the business on impact
- Patrol assigned premises and conduct visible security deterrence
- Manage matter files, court diaries and litigation deadlines
- Maintain PSIRA registration and uphold the security industry code of conduct
- Monitor CCTV systems and respond to alarms and incidents
- Liaise with the Sheriff, Master’s Office and external counsel
Who We’re Looking For
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Sound understanding of POPIA and applicable legal frameworks
- Strong report-writing skills with accurate, factual content
- Ability to remain calm and professional in high-pressure incidents
- 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
- Any checks required by law or the specific duties will be explained during the hiring process
Each application is reviewed carefully, and strong matches against the criteria above will move forward in the process.