Priority Crime Specialised Investigation Investigator Vacancies

The South African Police Service (SAPS) is recruiting for various Priority Crime Specialised Investigation Investigator positions across multiple locations. These positions offer a remuneration of Band B1: R 351 570 per annum.

Available Positions

1. Asset Forfeiture Investigation (Warrant Officer)

• Locations & Reference Numbers:
  • Bellville, Western Cape (DPCI/WC/47/2025) – 1 post
  • East London (DPCI/EC/43/2025) – 1 post
  • Bloemfontein (DPCI/FS/44/2025) – 1 post
  • Polokwane (DPCI/LIM/46/2025) – 1 post
  • Pretoria (Head Office) (DPCI/HO/12/2025) – 1 post

2. Cyber Crime Investigation (Warrant Officer)

• Locations & Reference Numbers:
  • Bloemfontein (DPCI/FS/53/2025) – 2 posts
  • Klerksdorp (DPC/INW/54/2025) – 1 post
  • Pretoria (Head Office) (DPCI/HO/13/2025) – 1 post

3. Financial Investigation (Warrant Officer)

• Locations & Reference Numbers:
  • Nelspruit (DPCI/MP/50/2025) – 1 post
  • Klerksdorp (DPC/INW/52/2025) – 2 posts
  • Pretoria (Head Office) (DPCI/HO/14/2025) – 1 post

Requirements

Generic Requirements for All Positions:

Competency in post-specific functions.

Senior Certificate (Grade 12).

Proficiency in at least two official languages, one of which must be English.

South African citizenship.

No previous criminal/departmental convictions or pending cases.

Valid light motor vehicle driver’s licence.

No visible tattoos when wearing SAPS uniform.

Relevant courses in the field may be advantageous.

Additional Requirements:

Asset Forfeiture Investigation:
A 3-year Diploma/Degree (NQF level 6 or higher) in Policing, Law, Forensic Investigation, Accounting, Auditing, or related fields. Experience is advantageous.

Cyber Crime Investigation:
A 3-year Diploma/Degree (NQF level 6 or higher) in Criminal Justice, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Criminology, IT, or Forensic Science. Certified training in software like Encase, FTK, or Cellebrite is advantageous.

Financial Investigation:
A 3-year Diploma/Degree (NQF level 6 or higher) in Forensic Investigation, Accounting, Auditing, Economics, or related fields. Experience is advantageous.

Core Functions

• Asset Forfeiture Investigation: Tracing property, compiling statements, liaising with stakeholders, and court appearances.
• Cyber Crime Investigation: Digital forensic investigations, data analysis, and cyber awareness campaigns.
• Financial Investigation: Conducting financial investigations, analyzing bank statements, and court appearances.

Application Process

Closing Date: 17 April 2025. Late applications will not be considered.

Documents Required:

Completed official application form (available at SAPS offices or website).

Comprehensive CV.

Copies of ID, driver’s licence, Senior Certificate, and Degree/Diploma certificates.

Study records and course certificates (where applicable).

Submission Addresses:

Western Cape (Bellville): 4th Floor AJ West Street, Old SARS Building, Bellville.
Enquiries: Capt Xhego & HRCS Matlou – (071) 481 3252 / (082) 411 2104

Eastern Cape (East London): Cnr Buxton and Oxford Street, Old Allied Building, East London.
Enquiries: Lt Col Batyi & Capt Poswa – (043) 709 0524/0525/0527

Free State (Bloemfontein): Charlotte Maxeke Street/Maitland Street, 46 ABSA Building, Bloemfontein.
Enquiries: Lt Col Vethezo & WO Mkumla – (051) 503 2753

Limpopo (Polokwane): 106 Hans van Rensburg Street, Empire Place Suite 02, Polokwane.
Enquiries: Lt Col Seabi & Capt Machete – (015) 293 7235/7236

Mpumalanga (Nelspruit): 17 Henshall Street, Stats House, Nelspruit.
Enquiries: Lt Col Shongwe & Capt Maseko – (013) 759 1377/1465

North West (Klerksdorp): 51 Leask Street, Westend Building, Klerksdorp.
Enquiries: Lt Col Mbulawa & WO Mokoena – (018) 464 5316/5317/5350

Head Office (Pretoria): Main Security gate at 1 Cresswell Avenue, Promat Building, Silverton.
Enquiries: Col Wessels, Lt Col Mhlahlo & Capt Modisha – (012) 846 4067/4110

Important Notes

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 3 months after the closing date.
• Successful candidates will undergo vetting, fingerprint screening, and medical assessments.
• Applicants must disclose any protection orders or involvement in registers for sex offenders or child protection.

We encourage applications from persons with disabilities.

Apply now and join the SAPS in combating priority crimes!