Store Detective ( Mobile)
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
- 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
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