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FSG FORENSICS, a premier national forensic investigation and tracing firm, is seeking experienced
PRIVATE INVESTIGATORS for our head office in Westville, Durban
. Applicants must be PSIRA registered (and preferably at least an associate member of the ICFP or ACFE), possess a minimum of 5 years' investigative work experience, hold a valid driver's license, have access to a vehicle for work purposes, be proficient in all Microsoft 365 software and have extensive internet research experience, aspire to develop a career with us, be ambitious, be proficient in English (both spoken and written), own a smartphone, provide traceable references, understand applicable laws, exhibit a strong work ethic, and uphold the highest levels of integrity. Prospective candidates will need to pass several written assessments to qualify to be interviewed. Compensation will be based on experience, skill level, qualifications, and assessment outcomes. Interested individuals should email their CV and a cover letter detailing their suitability for the role to (Note: Applying grants permission to FSG to process your personal information.)

Responsibilities

(Be specific when describing each of the responsibilities. Use gender-neutral, inclusive language.)

Example: Determine and develop user requirements for systems in production, to ensure maximum usability

Qualifications

(Some qualifications you may want to include are Skills, Education, Experience, or Certifications.)

Example: Excellent verbal and written communication skills

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:
Cape Town

Contract:
Permanent

Remuneration:
MARKET RELATED

EE position:
Yes

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

Job Description
Operational Activities

• Recovery of stolen or hijacked vehicles.
• Enhance recovery efficiency through understanding and implementing Tracker-established vehicle recovery processes.
• Acting 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 Tracker's National 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 Tracker's post-recovery and non-recovery processes.

Customer Experience And Service Delivery

• Demonstrate a high level of professionalism at all times.
• Ensure full adherence to Tracker customer engagement protocols in line with the company values.
• Assist Tracker customers with the vehicle repatriation at SAPS safeguarding units, if required.
• 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.
• Demonstrate an ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all relevant stakeholders.
• Demonstrate an ability to anticipate customer needs through the gathering of customer complaints and pain points.
• Continuously provide Tracker internal teams with periodic feedback of relevant concerns.

Projects and Continuous Improvement

• Continuously analyse stolen vehicle tactics and modus operandi within the industry.
• Record insights and findings through established processes and systems.
• Implement improvements designed to deliver enhanced recovery rates or customer experience outcomes.
• Design, develop and implement projects / initiatives to enhance the functioning of the department.
• Participate in specialized operational plans with external partners that will enhance the recovery rate.
• Attend appropriate training and development as determined through the IDP.
• Attend regular training and development courses as per departmental objectives.
• Participate and provide training for external partners as determined by a formal needs-analysis.
• Implement training programmes designed for specific partners and/or law enforcement.

Compliance

• Ensure all relevant company policies and procedures are adhered to at all times.
• Adhere to all relevant industry statutory regulations such as PSIRA and the FCA.
• Adhere to relevant data protection policies at all times.
• Demonstrate a comprehensive working understanding of relevant laws, regulations, and processes (i.e., Firearms Control Act, Road Traffic Management Act etc.)
• Conduct accurate and quality record keeping in all aspects of the job such as the compilation of statements, firearm bookings, relevant reports etc.
• Maintain detailed records through the use of company systems as per SOPs.
• Stay abreast of changes within the security sector as they relate to the job function.
• Conduct timely reporting of theft, losses and/or damage to company assets.
• Demonstrate adherence to professional policies as they relate to uniform, company vehicles and equipment.
• Maintain a professional image of the company through attire, behaviour, and appearance.
• Demonstrate a comprehensive working understanding of Tracker's products and services.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Provide for the creation and maintenance of mutually beneficial relationships with all relevant external stakeholders by ensuring that all partner obligations are met, and expectations exceeded.
• Ensure effective cross-functional Tracker relationships through sharing of relevant information to assist all departments in the achievement of their strategic objectives.
• Participate in agreed stakeholder engagements.
• Maintain regular communication with partners.
• Participate in industry related events to build relationships and promote mutual understanding.
• Implement measures to ensure the fostering of new partnerships and alliances.
• Responsible for implementing and maintaining relevant processes to measure and improve customer satisfaction.

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 or 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 Western Cape
• 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: 4 September 2025

Industry: IT & Internet

Job category: Police, Security and Protective

Location: Cape Town

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: MARKET RELATED

EE position: Yes

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

Operational Activities

• Recovery of stolen or hijacked vehicles.
• Enhance recovery efficiency through understanding and implementing Tracker-established vehicle recovery processes.
• Acting 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 Tracker's National 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 Tracker's post-recovery and non-recovery processes.

Customer Experience and Service Delivery

• Demonstrate a high level of professionalism at all times.
• Ensure full adherence to Tracker customer engagement protocols in line with the company values.
• Assist Tracker customers with the vehicle repatriation at SAPS safeguarding units, if required.
• 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.
• Demonstrate an ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all relevant stakeholders.
• Demonstrate an ability to anticipate customer needs through the gathering of customer complaints and pain points.
• Continuously provide Tracker internal teams with periodic feedback of relevant concerns.

Projects and Continuous Improvement

• Continuously analyse stolen vehicle tactics and modus operandi within the industry.
• Record insights and findings through established processes and systems.
• Implement improvements designed to deliver enhanced recovery rates or customer experience outcomes.
• Design, develop and implement projects / initiatives to enhance the functioning of the department.
• Participate in specialized operational plans with external partners that will enhance the recovery rate.
• Attend appropriate training and development as determined through the IDP.
• Attend regular training and development courses as per departmental objectives.
• Participate and provide training for external partners as determined by a formal needs-analysis.
• Implement training programmes designed for specific partners and/or law enforcement.

Compliance

• Ensure all relevant company policies and procedures are adhered to at all times.
• Adhere to all relevant industry statutory regulations such as PSIRA and the FCA.
• Adhere to relevant data protection policies at all times.
• Demonstrate a comprehensive working understanding of relevant laws, regulations, and processes (i.e., Firearms Control Act, Road Traffic Management Act etc.)
• Conduct accurate and quality record keeping in all aspects of the job such as the compilation of statements, firearm bookings, relevant reports etc.
• Maintain detailed records through the use of company systems as per SOPs.
• Stay abreast of changes within the security sector as they relate to the job function.
• Conduct timely reporting of theft, losses and/or damage to company assets.
• Demonstrate adherence to professional policies as they relate to uniform, company vehicles and equipment.
• Maintain a professional image of the company through attire, behaviour, and appearance.
• Demonstrate a comprehensive working understanding of Tracker's products and services.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Provide for the creation and maintenance of mutually beneficial relationships with all relevant external stakeholders by ensuring that all partner obligations are met, and expectations exceeded.
• Ensure effective cross-functional Tracker relationships through sharing of relevant information to assist all departments in the achievement of their strategic objectives.
• Participate in agreed stakeholder engagements.
• Maintain regular communication with partners.
• Participate in industry related events to build relationships and promote mutual understanding.
• Implement measures to ensure the fostering of new partnerships and alliances.
• Responsible for implementing and maintaining relevant processes to measure and improve customer satisfaction.

• 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 or 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 Western Cape
• 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

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Develop and facilitate the implementation of the law enforcement strategy and annual operational plan for the Division that supports strategic direction of the C-BRTA.


• Oversee the Road Transport Inspectorate operations, including business and staff performance.


• Oversee execution of law enforcement interventions on all cross border corridors.


• Provide leadership on the Profiling capability and development of business intelligence in law enforcement.


• Oversee the management of functional skills development and external activities coordination.


• Manage the 8 regional offices of the C-BRTA throughout RSA.


• Provide advise to the CEO, the regulatory committee and the Board on matters related to Road Transport Inspectorate.


• Facilitate compliance with corporate governance principles, and ensure the development and implementation of


• Provide regional leadership on regional integrated law enforcement initiatives.


• Ensure that the Divisional plan correlates with the approved operating budget and ensure successful execution thereof; and


• Prudently manage the organisation’s resources within budget guidelines and relevant legislation.

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

• Business planning principles.


• CBRTA Act.


• National Road Traffic Act.


• Knowledge of the Criminal Procedures Act.


• Investigative principles


• Law enforcement process.


• CBRTA Regulatory Procedures & Processes.


• Cross-border agreements.


• Stakeholder Management Principles.


• Statutory requirements e.g. PFMA, Labour relations.


• SADC protocols and communication channels.

Formal Qualifications:

• Degree or NQF level 7 qualification in Law Enforcement,Traffic Policing or related fields.


• Post-graduate qualification at NQF level 8 in Law Enforcement or Traffic Policing.


• A Post-graduate qualification at NQF level 9 will be an added advantage.

Experience:

• 10 years experience in road transport law enforcement or related field.


• 5 years experience at Senior Management level in law enforcement, stakeholder management and road transport environment.


• Extensive, up to date knowledge of Traffic management, C-BRT Act, applicable transport legislation in the SADC region.

BENEFITS:

Employer offers an all-inclusive remuneration package of R3,035,038. 00 p.a.

For more information, visit: For inquiries, please contact: Ayanda Zwane at (0) .

NB: The position will be filled in line with the Agency’s employment Equity targets. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply. PLEASE NOTE: This is a RE-ADVERTISEMENT of these positions. Those who applied before are encouraged to re-apply.  

Closing Date: 25 OCTOBER 2025.

 C-BRTA reserves the right not to appoint.

Short-listed candidates will be subjected to reference and background checks. Application received after the stipulated closing date and time will not be considered. Should you not hear from the C-BRTA within one month after the closing date, kindly consider that your application was unsuccessful.

“The C-BRTA is committed to employment practices that redress past imbalances in respect of race, gender, creed and disability, and as such the relevant policies will be considered during selection and placement.”The applicant at the level of Executive position, Senior Management position or any other position as determined by the C-BRTA will be subjected to competency assessments.

In order to consider any application for employment, the Agency will have to process your personal information. The documents submitted will solely be used for recruitment purposes. The Protection of Personal Information Act, 4 of 20213 (POPIA) provides that when one processes another’s personal information, such collection, retention, dissemination, and use of that person’s personal information must be done in a lawful manner and transparent manner.

In order to give effect to this right, the Agency is under a duty to provide you with a number of details pertaining to the processing of your personal information. These details are housed under the HR. Processing Notice, which can be accessed and viewed and the C-BRTA website: l which HR. Processing Notice we request you kindly download and read.

ABOUT US

KIMS International is a leading firm specialising in the management of kidnapping incidents and hostage situations worldwide. With a team of seasoned professionals, we provide comprehensive support and strategic guidance to individuals, families, corporations, and government agencies facing such crises. Our services encompass crisis response, negotiation, risk assessment, and post-incident support, with a focus on ensuring the safety and well-being of all involved parties.

THE ROLE
A unique opportunity for a motivated and career minded Law enforcement/police officer to further your career the fast-growing private security industry, specialising in crisis management and hostage negotiation.

Gain invaluable experience under the guidance of senior consultants.
You will be exposed to real-world scenarios. Or use your current knowledge and experience in kidnapping and incident management to strengthen our team

We are committed to the continuous growth and development of our people, irrespective of seniority and experience, to enable us to continue to deliver a world-class service - you will continue to receive hands-on training to ensure that the essential skills needed to handle high-risk situations with professionalism, empathy, critical- and strategic thinking are sharpened and improved to successfully navigate every situation.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

1. Kidnapping & Incident Management:
You will work closely with senior consultants, by observing and assisting them during all stages of kidnapping and incident management, from initial assessment to resolution, gaining insight into their decision-making processes and techniques.

2. Case Documentation:
You will be responsible for organising and maintaining case files, including relevant communications, reports, and documentation, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality at all times.

3. Research and Analysis:
Conduct research on global kidnapping trends, relevant legal frameworks, and best practices in crisis management, providing valuable insights to support decision-making and strategy development.

4. Client Communication:
Assist in liaising with clients, government agencies, law enforcement, and other stakeholders, under the guidance of senior consultants, to facilitate effective communication and collaboration throughout the crisis management process.

5. Participating in Training Exercises:
Participate in simulated exercises and training sessions designed to simulate real-life kidnapping scenarios, honing your negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills in a controlled environment.

6. Continuous Learning and Development:
Actively seek opportunities for learning and skill development, attending workshops, seminars, and relevant training programs to enhance your understanding of crisis management principles and techniques.

THE PERSON

• Highly resilient
• Works well under pressure
• Critical thinker
• Attention to detail
• Methodical
• Excellent listening skills
• Ability to easily adapt to change
• Think on your feet
• Innovative
• Well-developed, mature emotional intelligence
• Empathetic
• Works well in a team but has the ability to go it alone.
• Self-starter.
• Tenacious
• Patient
• Well-developed communication skills verbal & written (emphasis on professional business communication)
• Excellent command of the English language
• Professional conduct
• Confident
• Curious mind and desire for continuous learning and development
• Highly presentable and well groomed.
• Good computer skills, at minimum intermediate level (Word/PowerPoint/Excel/TEAMS)
• Driver’s licence
• South African citizen

Age: 26 - 40 years old

PLEASE NOTE:

By applying for this position, you agree to:

• Criminal Check

• Credit Check

• Polygraph

• Psychometric Test