Officer Security Investigations X1

About this role

Eskom is looking for an Officer Security Investigations to work at Medupi Power Station in Lephalale. The post is in the Security Risk Department and focuses on investigating irregularities, criminal activity, security incidents and breaches at business unit level, then reporting on the results.

What you’ll do

• Carry out baseline investigations into incidents, irregularities and criminal activity.
• Use sound investigative methods in every case you handle.
• Give support to the business after an investigation is complete.
• Offer advice and consultation to managers and colleagues on security matters.
• Write clear reports on your findings.

What you need

• A National Diploma in Security Risk Management, Policing or Forensic Investigations at NQF 6, with 240 credits.
• Professional registration with PSIRA (Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority) at Grade A.
• At least 3 years of experience in a security environment and crime investigations.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and Eskom’s security policies, systems, directives and standards.
• Completed National Key Point training programme.
• Completed PSIRA skills programme in first line security supervision (advantageous).
• Completed PSIRA skills programme in private investigation (advantageous).
• Strong report writing, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyse and interpret data and to work under pressure in a fast-paced setting.
• Integrity, honesty and accountability, with the ability to make sound decisions quickly.

Is this job for you?

This role suits someone with a security or policing background who has already worked on crime investigations. You should be comfortable writing detailed reports, making decisions under pressure and working both alone and in a team.

Tips before you apply

• Have your diploma certificate, academic transcript and current PSIRA registration card ready to upload.
• In your CV, list each investigation role with dates, the type of cases you handled and your results.
• Show your 3 years of experience clearly, with examples of reports you wrote and the outcomes they led to.