CHIEF PROVINCIAL INSPECTOR: TRAFFIC LAW ENFORCEMENT
Department of Social Development · western cape · Western Cape Mobility Department
- Closing date
- 19 October 2026
- Reference
- WCMD 36/2026
- Salary band
- R 713 535
- Application method
- Email application
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Vacancy information from the employer
Department: Department of Social Development Location: Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government Salary: R605 742 - R713 535 per annum (Level 10) Requirements: An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-degree (equal or higher) qualification; A minimum of 3 years' supervisory experience; A minimum of 7 years' working experience in the traffic law enforcement field. A valid (A and EC or higher) driving license. Competencies: Extensive knowledge and understanding of the following: operational functioning of the Directorate Traffic Law Enforcement; National Road Traffic Act, 1996 (Act 93 of 1996); National Road Traffic Amendment Act, 2008 (Act 64 of 2008); Firearms Control Act, 2000 (Act 60 of 2000); Criminal Procedure Act, 1977 (Act 51 of 1977); Firearms Control Regulations, 2004; National Road Traffic Regulations, 2000; the Code of Conduct for the Public Service; Dimensional and Mass Limitations and other Requirements for Abnormal Load Vehicles (TRH 11); Guidelines from the Director of Public Prosecutions; Knowledge and understanding of vehicle inspections; impoundment procedures; Knowledge and understanding of the completion of traffic law enforcement documents; the operational guidelines on traffic law enforcement equipment; the storage and transportation of dangerous goods in accordance with national and international statutory requirements; Knowledge of and working experience with the legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions; Knowledge and understanding of information systems that aid in the management of knowledge and information pertaining to the line function; project management; operational management practices; procurement and tendering processes; policy development, and operational management, monitoring and review processes; modern systems of governance and administration; public service procedures, processes and systems; regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on the provincial 247 government of the Western Cape; arrangements governing the South African public sector; Knowledge and understanding of public finance, human resources and discourse management processes; Public Finance Management Act, National Treasury Regulations, Provincial Treasury Instructions, guidelines and other financial policies, prescripts, directives and collective agreements; Province and the activities of sister departments/related functional areas; policies of the government of the day; Labour Relations legislation and regulations; performance management in general. Duties: Manage the implementation of the Operational Law Enforcement Plan; Ensure effective and efficient Leadership; Management of service delivery improvement; Managerial functions. Application instructions: Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co Enqui
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1. Check your match
Match your CV to the 10 listed requirements using truthful examples from work, study, volunteering or projects.
2. Prepare only what is needed
Keep a current CV and, where the advert asks for it, a completed Z83 form ready. Do not add certificates or ID copies unless the vacancy requests them.
3. Tailor your evidence
Use the 4 listed responsibilities to choose your strongest relevant examples before you apply.
4. Submit and keep a record
Use the email address in the official advert. Write a clear subject line with the role and reference WCMD 36/2026, then attach only the documents requested.
Requirements
- ✓An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-degree (equal or higher) qualification
- ✓A minimum of 3 years' supervisory experience
- ✓A minimum of 7 years' working experience in the traffic law enforcement field
- ✓A valid (A and EC or higher) driving license
- ✓Competencies: Extensive knowledge and understanding of the following: operational functioning of the Directorate Traffic Law Enforcement
- ✓National Road Traffic Act, 1996 (Act 93 of 1996)
- ✓National Road Traffic Amendment Act, 2008 (Act 64 of 2008)
- ✓Firearms Control Act, 2000 (Act 60 of 2000)
- ✓Criminal Procedure Act, 1977 (Act 51 of 1977)
- ✓Firearms Control Regulations, 2004
Key responsibilities
- •Manage the implementation of the Operational Law Enforcement Plan
- •Ensure effective and efficient Leadership
- •Management of service delivery improvement
- •Managerial functions
About Department of Social Development
Social Development is responsible for social welfare policy and services - social grants administration (via SASSA), child protection, support for people with disabilities, substance abuse services, and community development programmes.
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