An Investigator

Investigations
To assist in the assessment, investigation and recovery of all stolen, hi-jacked and fraudulently rented vehicles as well as internal/external investigations in the mismanagement of company assets and property
To investigate and recover all overdue vehicles
To respond immediately to all fraudulent/criminal activity reports e.g. theft/hi-jacking/fraud and overdue reports or any other criminally associated behaviour - 24 hours a day
To conduct Tip Offs investigations of less complex nature as required and provide assistance in complex investigations where required and report on findings to management
From time to time, liaise with internal legal teams and prosecutors/investigating officers as required to present evidence on the cases
Assist in the repatriation of vehicles from other African countries e.g. driving recovered vehicles etc.
Complete necessary documentation in the repatriation of stolen/hi-jacked/fraudulent vehicles from SAPS pounds
Assist with SAPs investigations where the company has been used in criminal activities (including recovery and repatriation) Physical Protection
Be aware of trends in fraud, theft and hi-jacking and liaise with the company accordingly
Continuously assess security measures for protection of company premises and assets and advise on improvements/precautions and escalate to Manager: Investigations/ National Manager: Special Investigations
Be aware of all technological advances and physical recovery solutions in vehicle tracking and recovery Administration
Submit theft and conversion reports timeously
Complete overdue reports timeously (car rental)
Identify high risk car rental customers and name-risk through industry sharing Submit expense claims and advances timeously
Assist with reporting on progress of repossessions and other leasing security requirements
Complete all necessary documentation required for SAPs pound process and re-licensing of vehicles General
Stay abreast of industry trends within vehicle theft, hi-jacking and fraud networks
Stay abreast of all SAVRALA car rental criminal activity Relationship Building Create and grow networks through South Africa and neighbouring countries for the purpose of reducing internal and cros
border vehicle crime in the Southern African region
Build and maintain relationships with internal customers e.g. Automotive and Logistics
Build and maintain a network of information sources who provide input relating to vehicle crime
Build and maintain relationships with SAPS, HAWKS, Home Affairs, Tracking services providers and relevant industry stakeholders
Build and maintain relationships within the relevant insurance and finance industries
Utilise the International Association of Auto Theft Investigators (IAATI) networks