9 Field Investigator jobs in South Africa

Our client is seeking a dedicated Law Enforcement Liaison Officer to enhance their operations in the recovery of stolen and hijacked vehicles. The successful candidate will play a vital role in achieving their recovery targets while fostering relationships with law enforcement and private security partners.

Location: Port Elizabeth

Job type: Permanent

Duties and Responsibilities

• Recovery of stolen or hijacked vehicles.
• Act as a specialized point of contact between the emergency control departments and external partners (such as law enforcement and PSI).
• Coordinate and attend to all activations and verifications dispatched by Emergency Control Centre.
• During crime or safety verification activations, request the assistance of Law Enforcement Agencies and PSIs to stop the activated vehicle.
• Adhere to Crime Scene management protocols at all times.
• Demonstrate a comprehensive working understanding of the complete stolen vehicle recovery ecosystem and legal framework.
• Demonstrate a comprehensive working understanding of SAPS protocols related to motor vehicle-related crime.
• Demonstrate a comprehensive working understanding of the Criminal Procedure Act.
• Testify in a criminal court when required.
• Demonstrate a comprehensive working of vehicle-related crime dynamics and drivers.
• Ensure vehicle safeguarding and repatriation protocols are adhered to at all times.
• Demonstrate a comprehensive working understanding and knowledge of missing person protocols (i.e., SAP55).
• Produce a recovery statement in line with Law Enforcement SOPs, and any and all recovery-related activities to assist the chain of evidence).
• Produce documentation of non-recovered vehicles (i.e., search area, chop shops, liaison efforts etc.) in line with SOPs.
• Demonstrate a comprehensive working understanding of post-recovery and non-recovery
• Provide guidance to customer and partners in terms of the stolen vehicle and recovery processes.
• Ensure timely escalation of customer queries and concerns to senior management
• Continuously analyse stolen vehicle tactics and modus operandi within the industry
• Stay abreast of changes within the security sector as they relate to the job function

Minimum Requirements

• Matric (Grade 12) or equivalent accepted qualification
• Knowledge of how the South African Police Service operates with a minimum of five years Law enforcement or PSI experience.
• Fair knowledge of Criminal Law and the Criminal Procedure Act is compulsory
• Must be willing to travel and work shifts, overtime as per the approved shift roster including weekends and public holidays
• Perform planned and unplanned standby duties as and when required
• Driver’s licence and own reliable transport
• Computer literacy
• PSIRA Grade C registration
• Firearm Competency (use of handgun for business purpose)
• Armed Response
• Operational Experience on Physical Tracking of Vehicles - Advantageous

Skills Required

Good written and verbal communication skills

Should you meet the above criteria, we invite you to apply directly to the advertisement. Should you not hear back from us within 2 weeks of application, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful

Our client is seeking a dedicated Law Enforcement Liaison Officer to enhance their operations in the recovery of stolen and hijacked vehicles. The successful candidate will play a vital role in achieving their recovery targets while fostering relationships with law enforcement and private security partners.

Location: Cape Town

Job type: Permanent

Duties and Responsibilities

• Recovery of stolen or hijacked vehicles.
• Act as a specialized point of contact between the emergency control departments and external partners (such as law enforcement and PSI).
• Coordinate and attend to all activations and verifications dispatched by Emergency Control Centre.
• During crime or safety verification activations, request the assistance of Law Enforcement Agencies and PSIs to stop the activated vehicle.
• Adhere to Crime Scene management protocols at all times.
• Demonstrate a comprehensive working understanding of the complete stolen vehicle recovery ecosystem and legal framework.
• Demonstrate a comprehensive working understanding of SAPS protocols related to motor vehicle-related crime.
• Demonstrate a comprehensive working understanding of the Criminal Procedure Act.
• Testify in a criminal court when required.
• Demonstrate a comprehensive working of vehicle-related crime dynamics and drivers.
• Ensure vehicle safeguarding and repatriation protocols are adhered to at all times.
• Demonstrate a comprehensive working understanding and knowledge of missing person protocols (i.e., SAP55).
• Produce a recovery statement in line with Law Enforcement SOPs, and any and all recovery-related activities to assist the chain of evidence).
• Produce documentation of non-recovered vehicles (i.e., search area, chop shops, liaison efforts etc.) in line with SOPs.
• Demonstrate a comprehensive working understanding of post-recovery and non-recovery
• Provide guidance to customer and partners in terms of the stolen vehicle and recovery processes.
• Ensure timely escalation of customer queries and concerns to senior management
• Continuously analyse stolen vehicle tactics and modus operandi within the industry
• Stay abreast of changes within the security sector as they relate to the job function

Minimum Requirements

• Matric (Grade 12) or equivalent accepted qualification
• Knowledge of how the South African Police Service operates with a minimum of five years Law enforcement or PSI experience.
• Fair knowledge of Criminal Law and the Criminal Procedure Act is compulsory
• Must be willing to travel and work shifts, overtime as per the approved shift roster including weekends and public holidays
• Perform planned and unplanned standby duties as and when required
• Driver’s licence and own reliable transport
• Computer literacy
• PSIRA Grade C registration
• Firearm Competency (use of handgun for business purpose)
• Armed Response
• Operational Experience on Physical Tracking of Vehicles - Advantageous

Skills Required

Good written and verbal communication skills

Should you meet the above criteria, we invite you to apply directly to the advertisement. Should you not hear back from us within 2 weeks of application, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful

Position Summary
Industry:
IT & Internet

Job category:
Police, Security and Protective

Location:
Durban

Contract:
Permanent

Remuneration:
MARKET RELATED

EE position:
Yes

Introduction
Tracker requires the Services of a Law Enforcement Liaison Officer that will fulfill the following key functions:

Job Description
Recovery Rate:

• Design, develop and implement projects to enhance the functioning and effectiveness of the department to agreed target and standard
• Physical tracking and recovery of all incidents reported to Tracker – (Activations and Verifications)

Liaison

• Interact with relevant Law Enforcement and private security members as per the SOP
• Ensure that the SAPS / Tracker structure is up to date
• Visits to Province, Units and stations

Provincial Recovery Process

• Establish and maintain an acceptable recovery rate (physical tracking, recovery and customer service)

Administration

• Ensure that daily, weekly and monthly reports are completed

VTU Installation Process

• Deployment & Capacity Planning VTU Maintenance

Minimum Requirements

• Matric (Grade 12) or equivalent accepted qualification
• The suitable candidate will have an above average knowledge of how the South African Police Service operates with a minimum of five years Law enforcement / PSI experience.
• Fair knowledge of Criminal Law and the Criminal Procedure Act is compulsory
• The suitable candidate must have above average knowledge of the demographics of Kwa-Zulu Natal
• Must be willing to travel and work shifts, overtime as per the approved shift roster including weekends and public holidays
• Perform planned and unplanned standby duties as and when required
• Driver's licence and own reliable transport
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Computer literacy
• PSIRA Grade C registration
• Firearm Competency (use of handgun for business purpose)
• Armed Response

Advantages

• Operational Experience on Physical Tracking of Vehicles

Benefits
Medical aid

Provident fund

Company vehicle

Petrol Card

17 days annual leave

Listing reference: track_

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 24 October 2025

Industry: IT & Internet

Job category: Police, Security and Protective

Location: Durban

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: MARKET RELATED

EE position: Yes

Tracker requires the Services of a Law Enforcement Liaison Officer that will fulfill the following key functions:

Recovery Rate:

• Design, develop and implement projects to enhance the functioning and effectiveness of the department to agreed target and standard
• Physical tracking and recovery of all incidents reported to Tracker – (Activations and Verifications)

Liaison:

• Interact with relevant Law Enforcement and private security members as per the SOP
• Ensure that the SAPS / Tracker structure is up to date
• Visits to Province, Units and stations

Provincial recovery Process:

• Establish and maintain an acceptable recovery rate (physical tracking, recovery and customer service)

Administration:

• Ensure that daily, weekly and monthly reports are completed

VTU Installation Process:

• Deployment & Capacity Planning VTU Maintenance

• Matric (Grade 12) or equivalent accepted qualification
• The suitable candidate will have an above average knowledge of how the South African Police Service operates with a minimum of five years Law enforcement / PSI experience.
• Fair knowledge of Criminal Law and the Criminal Procedure Act is compulsory
• The suitable candidate must have above average knowledge of the demographics of Kwa-Zulu Natal
• Must be willing to travel and work shifts, overtime as per the approved shift roster including weekends and public holidays
• Perform planned and unplanned standby duties as and when required
• Driver's licence and own reliable transport
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Computer literacy
• PSIRA Grade C registration
• Firearm Competency (use of handgun for business purpose)
• Armed Response

Advantages

• Operational Experience on Physical Tracking of Vehicles

Medical aid

Provident fund

Company vehicle

Petrol Card

17 days annual leave

The Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government has an employment opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to manage the promotion of road safety through effective and efficient law enforcement in the Province of the Western Cape by effective leadership and supervision of subordinates. The successful incumbent must be able to work under pressure, willingness to work irregular hours and meet tight deadlines.

Grade 12 (Senior certificate or equivalent qualification); Must be in possession of a Basic Traffic Diploma; A minimum of 6 years experience in the field; A valid code A and EC driving licence; No Criminal record.

None.

Manage and enforce Road Traffic, Public Passenger, Transport Legislation and other relevant legislations; Manage joint law enforcement activities and projects (co-operative governance); Manage resources and provide leadership and direction to all subordinates; Identify and manage risks; Manage the performance of all administrative activities and related duties; Supevisory functions.

Knowledge of the following: Operational functioning of the Directorate Traffic Law Enforcement; National Road Traffic Act, 1996 (Act 93 of 1996); Road Traffic Amendment Act, 2008 (Act 64 of 2008); Firearms Control Act, 2000 (Act 60 of 2000); Criminal Procedure Act, 1977 (Act 51 of 1977); Firearms Control Regulations, 2004; National Road Traffic Regulations, 2000; Dimensional and Mass Limitations and the Requirements for Abnormal Load Vehicles (TRH 11); Guidelines from the Director of Public Prosecutions.

Skills needed: Numeracy; Literacy; Computer Literacy; Written and verbal communication; Project Management; Accounting, Finance and Audit; Economic, Financial and Statistical Analysis; Legal Administration; Planning; Organising; Leadership; Monitoring; People Management; Investigations; Motivational; Analytical; Operational/Project Management; Negotiation; Interpretation; Legal Evidential; Ability to work under pressure; Willingness to regularly travel away from the office.

R R per annum (Salary level 8)

Note on remuneration in addition service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to do a practical and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.

Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to Contact the helpline at For all other queries relating to the position.

The Western Cape Mobility Department has opportunities for competent individuals to promote road safety through effective and efficient law enforcement in the province by effective leadership and supervision of subordinates.

Senior Certificate (Grade 12 or equivalent qualification); A minimum of 3 years practical experience as a Provincial Inspector; Must be in possession of a Basic Traffic Diploma from a training institution accredited by the RTMC; A valid Code B/EB (or higher) driving licence; No criminal record.

None.

Management and supervision of subordinates (people management); Enforce Road Traffic, Public Passenger, Transport and other relevant legislations; Examine Driver's Licenses and Motor Vehicles and monitor compliance at Driver License Testing Centres (DLTC's) and Vehicle Testing Stations (VTS's); Provide visible Traffic Control/Policing and promote/ensure crime prevention activities; Perform all administrative activities and related duties; Assess road conditions; Mentor and coach Provincial Inspector's (PI's) on probation and appointed PI's; Supevisory functions' It will be advantageous to have relevant experience in a traffic law enforcement working environment.

Knowledge of the following: Operational functioning of the Directorate: Traffic Law Enforcement; National Road Traffic Act, 1996 (Act 93 of 1996); National Road Traffic Amendment Act, 2008 (Act 64 of 2008); Firearms Control Act, 2000 (Act 60 of 2000); Criminal Procedure Act, 1977 (Act 51 of 1977); Firearms Control Regulations, 2004; National Road Traffic Regulations, 2000; Code of Conduct for the Public Service; Dimensional and Mass Limitations and other requirements for abnormal load vehicles (TRH 11); Guidelines from the Director of Public Prosecutions; Vehicle inspections; Impoundment procedures; Completion of traffic law enforcement documents; Operational guidelines on traffic law enforcement equipment; Storage and transportation of dangerous goods in accordance with national and international statutory requirements.

Skills needed: Numeracy and literacy; Computer literacy; Written and verbal communication; Project management; Accounting, finance and audit; Economic, financial and statistical analysis; Legal administration; Records management; Resource management; Customer relations management; Leadership; Conflict resolution; Negotiation; Interpretation; Observation; Mentoring and coaching; Ability to work under pressure; Willingnes to work irregular hours and meet tight deadlines; Willingness to regulary travel away from the office.

R R per annum (Salary level 7)

Note on remuneration in addition service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to do a practical and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.

Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to Contact the helpline at For all other queries relating to the position.

The Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to promote road safety through effective and efficient traffic law enforcement in the Province of the Western Cape by effective leadership and supervision of subordinates. The successful incumbent must be able to work under pressure, willingness to work irregular hours and meet tight deadlines.

Senior Certificate (Grade 12 or equivalent qualification); A minimum of 3 years practical experience as a Provincial Inspector; Must be in possession of a Basic Traffic Diploma from a training institution accredited by the RTMC; A valid Code B/EB (or higher) driving licence (Preference will be given to manual drivers); No criminal record.

None.

Management and supervision of subordinates (people management); Enforce Road Traffic, Public Passenger, Transport and other relevant legislations; Examine Driver's Licenses and Motor Vehicles and monitor compliance at Driver License Testing Centres (DLTC's) and Vehicle Testing Stations (VTS's); Provide visible Traffic Control/Policing and promote/ensure crime prevention activities; Perform all administrative activities and related duties; Assess road conditions; Mentor and coach Provincial Inspector's (PI's) on probation and appointed PI's; Supevisory functions' It will be advantageous to have relevant experience in a traffic law enforcement working environment.

Knowledge of the following: Operational functioning of the Directorate: Traffic Law Enforcement; National Road Traffic Act, 1996 (Act 93 of 1996); National Road Traffic Amendment Act, 2008 (Act 64 of 2008); Firearms Control Act, 2000 (Act 60 of 2000); Criminal Procedure Act, 1977 (Act 51 of 1977); Firearms Control Regulations, 2004; National Road Traffic Regulations, 2000; Code of Conduct for the Public Service; Dimensional and Mass Limitations and other requirements for abnormal load vehicles (TRH 11); Guidelines from the Director of Public Prosecutions; Vehicle inspections; Impoundment procedures; Completion of traffic law enforcement documents; Operational guidelines on traffic law enforcement equipment; Storage and transportation of dangerous goods in accordance with national and international statutory requirements.

Skills needed: Numeracy and literacy; Computer literacy; Written and verbal communication; Project management; Accounting, finance and audit; Economic, financial and statistical analysis; Legal administration; Records management; Resource management; Customer relations management; Leadership; Conflict resolution; Negotiation; Interpretation; Observation; Mentoring and coaching; Ability to work under pressure; Willingnes to work irregular hours and meet tight deadlines; Willingness to regulary travel away from the office.

R R per annum (Salary level 7)

Note on remuneration in addition service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to do a practical and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.

Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to Contact the helpline at For all other queries relating to the position.

The Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government has an employment opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to manage the promotion of road safety through effective and efficient law enforcement in the Province of the Western Cape by effective leadership and supervision of subordinates. The successful incumbent must be able to work under pressure, willingness to work irregular hours and meet tight deadlines.

Grade 12 (Senior certificate or equivalent qualification); Must be in possession of a Basic Traffic Diploma; A minimum of 6 years experience in the field; A valid code A and EC driving licence; No Criminal record.

None.

Manage and enforce Road Traffic, Public Passenger, Transport Legislation and other relevant legislations; Manage joint law enforcement activities and projects (co-operative governance); Manage resources and provide leadership and direction to all subordinates; Identify and manage risks; Manage the performance of all administrative activities and related duties; Supevisory functions.

Knowledge of the following: Operational functioning of the Directorate Traffic Law Enforcement; National Road Traffic Act, 1996 (Act 93 of 1996); Road Traffic Amendment Act, 2008 (Act 64 of 2008); Firearms Control Act, 2000 (Act 60 of 2000); Criminal Procedure Act, 1977 (Act 51 of 1977); Firearms Control Regulations, 2004; National Road Traffic Regulations, 2000; Dimensional and Mass Limitations and the Requirements for Abnormal Load Vehicles (TRH 11); Guidelines from the Director of Public Prosecutions.

Skills needed: Numeracy; Literacy; Computer Literacy; Written and verbal communication; Project Management; Accounting, Finance and Audit; Economic, Financial and Statistical Analysis; Legal Administration; Planning; Organising; Leadership; Monitoring; People Management; Investigations; Motivational; Analytical; Operational/Project Management; Negotiation; Interpretation; Legal Evidential; Ability to work under pressure; Willingness to regularly travel away from the office.

R R per annum (Salary level 8)

Note on remuneration in addition service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to do a practical and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.

Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to Contact the helpline at For all other queries relating to the position.