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2025-08-14 01:00:37Bridge of HopeCompany Logo

Store Detective ( Mobile)

Ref: 5f5bc029ccc74b688c5a365bf5e4ac17
Mitie
Public Services & Safety
Competitive
Job Title: Mobile Store Detective

Location: Covering London South East , regions from Sydenham, Peckham - Eltham and Greenwich.

Salary: £13.73 P/Hr + Mileage Paid

Contract Type: Full-Time / Permanent

Hours:- 50 hours per week, including 2 Saturdays per month

Start Date: Immediate Start Available

About the Role:

We are seeking a professional and experienced Store Detective to operate across multiple retail locations within South London within the B&Q Contract. This is a mobile role, so access to your own vehicle is essential - mileage expenses will be reimbursed with having business insurance.

As a Mobile Store Detective, you will play a vital role in reducing theft and stock loss, ensuring customer and staff safety, and protecting company assets. You'll be working both covertly and overtly across a number of high street retail stores, responding to incidents and supporting security operations.

Key Responsibilities:

* Monitor customer behaviour and detect suspicious activity across multiple sites
* Covertly observe and apprehend shoplifters where appropriate and safe to do so
* Provide detailed incident reports and witness statements as required
* Liaise with store managers, staff, and where needed, local police
* Ensure compliance with internal procedures and SIA guidelines
* Travel between assigned stores in Essex and Kent
* Represent the company in a professional manner at all times

Requirements:

* Valid SIA Licence (Security Guarding or Door Supervisor)
* Previous experience as a Store Detective or Retail Security Officer preferred
* Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle (essential)
* Strong observation and communication skills
* Confident in dealing with conflict and making decisions
* High level of integrity, professionalism, and discretion
* Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends

What We Offer:
* Competitive hourly rate
* Mileage reimbursement for travel between sites
* Uniform and equipment provided
* Ongoing training and career development
* Supportive management and operational team
* Access to employee wellbeing and benefits platform

To Apply:

Please submit your CV and make sure you have 5 years checkable history for our vetting process
* Competitive hourly rate * Mileage reimbursement for travel between sites * Uniform and equipment provided * Ongoing training and career development * Supportive management and operational team * Access to employee wellbeing and benefits platform
* Valid SIA Licence (Security Guarding or Door Supervisor) * Previous experience as a Store Detective or Retail Security Officer preferred * Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle (essential) * Strong observation and communication skills * Confident in dealing with conflict and making decisions * High level of integrity, professionalism, and discretion * Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends
London, England
Mitie
Public Services & Safety
Competitive
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