Store Detective

Position: Store Detective
Location: South Northampton to Weston Favell
Pay Rate: £17.00 per hour
Hours: Various
Shifts: Various

Applicants must have a SIA Door Supervisor or Close Protection Licence.

Previous Store Detective experience / 3 years Retail Security Experience, plus a strong understanding of retail loss prevention required.

This is a mobile role. Candidates must be willing and able to travel between various sites within the local area.

What You'll Be Doing

- Working in a covert capacity to identify and prevent retail theft
- Blending into the store environment while maintaining a professional presence
- Monitoring customer behaviour and identifying signs of suspicious activity
- Applying ASCONE principles to ensure all interventions are lawful, safe and compliant
- Gathering evidence and producing accurate incident and witness reports
- Supporting investigations through CCTV review and evidence collection
- Safely apprehending offenders when appropriate and in line with procedures
- Managing and de-escalating challenging situations professionally
- Liaising with store management, Tesco Hub teams and local police where required
- Travelling between multiple retail sites within the local area
- Reporting incidents using digital systems, mobile applications and reporting platforms
- Supporting the safety and security of colleagues, customers and visitors

What We're Looking For

- You'll fit right in if you:
- Have strong observation skills and attention to detail
- Can identify suspicious behaviour that others may miss
- Remain calm and professional under pressure
- Communicate confidently and professionally
- Are comfortable working independently
- Can build positive relationships with store teams and external stakeholders
- Have strong written English skills for report writing and evidence gathering
- Are confident using digital systems, apps and reporting platforms
- Enjoy working in a role where no two days are the same

Key Information and Benefits

- 5.6 weeks holiday per year (8 of these will be in lieu of bank holidays, worked or not worked)
- Workplace Pension Scheme
- Progression training and development opportunities
- Life assurance benefit
- Contributory Healthcare Scheme
- Eyecare vouchers
- Employee Discount Schemes
- Refer a friend scheme
- Free uniform provided

Job Ref: (T26)

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