442214 — Private Investigator

Conducts investigations for clients and prepares evidence for court proceedings. Registration or licensing is required.

• patrolling property and checking doors, windows and gates for unauthorised entry
• watching for irregularities such as fire hazards, malfunctions of machines and equipment, lights left on, leaking water pipes and unlocked security doors
• issuing security passes to authorised visitors and giving directions
• monitoring alarms and contacting supervisors, police and fire brigades by radio or phone if security is breached or fire is detected
• picking up and ensuring the safe delivery of cash, payrolls and valuables
• operating coin and currency counting machines, and carrying out cash counting and packaging functions
• maintaining order at venues where there are large gatherings of people
• conducting investigations for clients and preparing evidence for court proceedings
• detecting and investigating theft and other unlawful acts carried out in retail establishments
• advising clients on security requirements and designing security specifications