Manager, Investigator at DSV

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12
• BS degree in forensic science, criminal law, criminology or relevant field Advantageous
• Intermediate computer literacy level in MS Word, Outlook, Excel and Powerpoint

Job Related Requirements

• Minimum of 15 years’ experience as a detective in SAPS
• Must have experience in investiagation of serious violent crimes
• Must be experienced in court driven investigations and court procedures
• Must be experienced in crime scene management
• Safekeeping of exhibits
• Must be able to build networks in the industry and liaise with industry role players
• Case analysis and profiling
• Computer Literate
• Own reliable transport

Added Advantages for the role

• Proven working experience as Criminal Investigator
• Hands-on experience with crime scenes analysis and forensic science
• Proficient in interpreting evidence and reconstructing events
• Ability to observe minute details and to produce detailed reports
• In depth knowledge of criminal law, rules and legislation
• Familiarity with all evidence types (e.g. circumstantial, direct, trace, hearsay etc) and the rules governing their admissibility
• Thorough understanding of the investigation process and the unique circumstances of each case
• Strong analytical skills along with good interviewing and interrogation skills
• Honest and ethical with high levels of integrity and confidentiality

Main purpose of the role

To work with law enforcement agencies, individuals, and businesses to investigate and solve crimes to secure a successful conviction. They conduct detailed investigations of complex criminal activities and other violations of local, provincial and national laws and collect, analyze, and preserve evidence

Duties and Responsibilities

• Process crime scenes by performing scene management, scene documentation and evidence collection
• Operate within the applicable laws governing the investigations
• Initiate preliminary investigation, generate initial preliminary reports
• Examine and evaluate evidence for conflicting interpretations and resolve issues
• Draft detailed investigative reports and be prepared to present evidence to the prosecutor
• Investigate and Identify possible suspects and work hand in hand with law enforcement