Loss Prevention Officer - Oshawa FT

Role Overview

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay ranging from $25.00 to $28.00 per hour.
• Full-Time opportunity available.
• Comprehensive benefits package (where applicable).
• Work in plain clothes - no uniform required.
• Career advancement opportunities within GardaWorld.

Schedule

• Shifts are generally 8 hours in length.
• Operating hours typically fall between 10:00 AM and 9:00 PM (Mon to Sun).
• Candidates must be available to work a flexible schedule including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct covert surveillance of retail sales floors and high-risk areas.
• Identify and investigate shoplifting, fraud, theft, and organized retail crime.
• Monitor customer and employee activity to detect potential losses.
• Ensure merchandise leaving the store has been properly purchased.
• Complete loss prevention audits and inspections.
• Safely apprehend individuals involved in theft-related incidents when appropriate.
• Conduct arrests in accordance with company policies and legal requirements.
• Prepare detailed incident, arrest, and investigative reports.
• Collaborate with store management and law enforcement agencies.
• Preserve evidence and assist with investigations.
• Testify in court when required.
• Promote a safe and secure shopping environment for customers and staff.

What We're Looking For

• Minimum 1 year of Loss Prevention experience.
• Valid Ontario Private Investigator (PI) Licence OR willing and able to obtain one prior to starting employment.
• Possessing both a Security Guard Licence and a PI Licence is considered a strong asset.
• Strong observation, communication, and report-writing skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Sound judgment and professional decision-making abilities.
• Physical ability to conduct arrests and respond to incidents when necessary.
• Must be available to work both day and evening shifts, including weekends as required.

About GardaWorld