Store Detective – London & surrounding area
We are currently recruiting for a Store Detective to join our Loss Prevention Department and provide coverage in our stores located within London and surrounding areas.
Our store detectives are employed to minimise shoplifting. You will use your observational skills to identify the signs of attempted theft. Detectives work in plain clothes and form part of a stores overall security team.
Typical Working Pattern:
45 hours per week, over 5 days, including some evenings and weekends. Shift work is often necessary, depending on the store opening hours.
Main Duties include (but are not limited to):
· following shoppers who behave suspiciously
· carrying out searches of suspects
· calling the police and describing observations
· taking evidence from witnesses
· writing short reports
· making a civil recovery claim
· occasionally giving evidence in court
You will use a variety of technology to assist your day to day work, such as two-way radios, mirrors, closed circuit television (CCTV) etc, and will spend much of your day standing, walking around the store and undertaking general surveillance and observation.
We require candidates whom have the following qualities;
· a mature and responsible attitude to work
· honesty and integrity
· good observational skills
· strong spoken and written communicating skills
· the ability to handle sensitive situations
· a polite and helpful attitude
· good levels of physical fitness
· confidence to challenge people when necessary
· the ability to use modern surveillance systems, such as CCTV
· the ability to make quick decisions
· a valid SIA liecence
You must also have a valid UK driving licence, your own transport and be willing to travel.
We offer a competative salary, travel allowance, breakdown cover for your vehicle and the opportunity to join a business with progression possibilities for the right minded candidates.
If you would like to apply please post your CV and covering letter to the HR department at Netto, Elmsall Way, South Elmsall, WF9 2XX or e-mail your CV to [email protected] clearly stating the position in the subject box. |