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DEPUTY DIRECTOR: MARITIME AND INTERMODAL LOGISTICS: FREIGHT AND LOGISTICS

Department of Social Development · western cape

Salary band

R 1 098 195

Closing date

7 September 2026

Reference

WCMD 20/2026

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About this role

Department

Department of Social Development

Location

Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government.

Salary

R932 292 - R1 098 195 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive salary package)

Requirements

An appropriate 3-year National Diploma (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years management experience in Freight, logistics or Maritime Planning or Operations. Competencies: Knowledge of and working experience with the legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions; Multimodal freight, transport logistics, or sub-sector specific knowledge; 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. Skills: Numeracy, Literacy, Computer Literacy, Language, Project Management, Budgeting and Financial Management, Intergovernmental Coordination, and Stakeholder Engagement.

Duties

Develop and implement maritime and port strategic frameworks and projects; Manage coordination and collaboration with freight stakeholders; Manage port performance data, information systems and digital tools; Plan and manage the work of and account for the overall performance of the Sub-Directorate; People Management; Financial Management.

Enquiries

Ms CE Gallant / Corrine.Gallant@westerncape.gov.za or (Tel No: 021) 483 6906

Closing Date

2026-09-07T23:59:00+02:00

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About the hiring department

This vacancy is within Department of Social Development in western cape. Government departments in South Africa advertise vacancies through the Public Service Commission and are required to follow a standardised recruitment process governed by the Public Service Act. Applications are screened against the minimum requirements listed in the advert before any CV is reviewed by a panel.

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Requirements

·An appropriate 3-year National Diploma (equivalent or higher qualification)
·A minimum of 3 years management experience in Freight, logistics or Maritime Planning or Operations
·Competencies: Knowledge of and working experience with the legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions
·Multimodal freight, transport logistics, or sub-sector specific knowledge
·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

Key Duties

·Develop and implement maritime and port strategic frameworks and projects
·Manage coordination and collaboration with freight stakeholders
·Manage port performance data, information systems and digital tools
·Plan and manage the work of and account for the overall performance of the Sub-Directorate
·People Management
·Financial Management

Before you apply - checklist

Make sure you have everything ready before the closing date.

✓Download and fully complete the official Z83 form - partial or outdated Z83 versions are rejected
✓Prepare a detailed CV listing every previous post with exact start and end dates (month and year)
✓Get certified copies of all qualifications - certification must be done at a police station or commissioner of oaths
✓Include a certified copy of your South African ID document or passport
✓Be prepared to undergo a criminal record check - a conviction may disqualify you depending on the nature of the post
✓Submit your complete application package to sechele.o@dbe.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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The advertised salary band for this post is R 1 098 195. This is the all-inclusive remuneration package, which typically covers basic salary, medical aid contribution, and other benefits. The exact split between cash and benefits is determined at appointment stage.

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