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PRINCIPAL PROVINCIAL INSPECTOR (X4 POSTS)

Department of Transport

Salary band

R 413 001

Closing date

28 August 2026

Reference

DOT 158/2026

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Department

Department of Transport

Location

Durban Region (X3 Posts): Road Traffic Inspectorate, Port Shepstone Ref No: DOT 158/2026 (X1 Post) Road Traffic Inspectorate, Pinetown Ref No: DOT 159/2026 (X1 Post) Road Traffic Inspectorate, Park Rynie Ref No: DOT 160/2026 (X1 Post) Inkosi Mhlabunzima Maphumulo House, Pietermaritzburg (X1 Post): Public Transport Enforcement Unit Ref No: DOT 161/2026 (X1 Post)

Salary

R413 001 per annum (Level 08)

Requirements

A Senior Certificate; plus Traffic Officer’s Diploma; plus Registered as a Traffic Officer; plus A minimum of 6 - 10 years Traffic Law Enforcement experience; plus All valid relevant driving licences (A and EC); plus Applicants must possess no criminal record. Knowledge, Skills and Competencies Required: Extensive experience in road traffic and Public Transport policies and regulations. Law enforcement knowledge on traffic and Public Transport, vehicle inspections, vehicle impoundment and completion of law Enforcement Documents. Records, resource and customer relationship management skills. Planning and organising skills. Leading, controlling and monitoring skills. People management skills. Service delivery, communication and decision- making skills. Results and quality management skills. Problem solving, writing & reporting and Labour Relations skills. Driving, investigation and motivational skills. Innovation/continuous improvement skills. Analytical skills. Computer literacy. Operations/projects management skills.

Duties

Manage and enforce Road Traffic, Public Passenger, Transport Legislation and other relevant legislations. Manage joint law enforcement activities and projects (co-operative governance). Manage resources and provide leadership and direction to all subordinates. Identify and manage risks. Manage the performance of all administrative activities and related duties.

Enquiries

Mr VK Chetty Tel No: (033) 355 8880 Mr S Sithole (PTEU) Tel No: (033) 355 8826 179

Notes

It is the intention of this Department to consider equity targets when filling these positions. Kindly note that the 24/7 Shift System will be applicable.

Closing Date

2026-08-28T23:59:00+02:00

About teaching and educator roles in South Africa

Teaching posts in South Africa are advertised through provincial departments of education and must be applied for through the relevant provincial education department's HR process, not directly to schools. Registration with the South African Council for Educators (SACE) is mandatory for all teaching positions. Posts are classified by phase (Foundation, Intermediate, Senior, and FET) and by subject, and your application must match the phase and subject specified in the advert.

·Include your SACE registration number on your CV. Applications without it will not be processed.
·Post level 1 is a classroom educator, post level 2 is a head of department, and post level 3 and above are for principal and deputy principal roles.
·The Funza Lushaka bursary scheme has obligations attached. If you are a Funza recipient, you are required to teach at a school assigned by the department for the same number of years as the bursary.
·Shortage subjects including Mathematics, Physical Sciences, and Accounting attract more interview opportunities than general subjects.

About the hiring department

This vacancy is within Department of Transport. 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.

Shortlisted candidates are contacted directly by the department. If you do not receive a response within 90 days of the closing date, your application was not successful. NewGenJobs tracks every application you submit through your personal dashboard so you always know where you stand.

Requirements

  • ·A Senior Certificate
  • ·plus Traffic Officer’s Diploma
  • ·plus Registered as a Traffic Officer
  • ·plus A minimum of 6 - 10 years Traffic Law Enforcement experience
  • ·plus All valid relevant driving licences (A and EC)
  • ·plus Applicants must possess no criminal record
  • ·Knowledge, Skills and Competencies Required: Extensive experience in road traffic and Public Transport policies and regulations
  • ·Law enforcement knowledge on traffic and Public Transport, vehicle inspections, vehicle impoundment and completion of law Enforcement Documents
  • ·Records, resource and customer relationship management skills
  • ·Planning and organising skills

Key Duties

  • ·Manage and enforce Road Traffic, Public Passenger, Transport Legislation and other relevant legislations
  • ·Manage joint law enforcement activities and projects (co-operative governance)
  • ·Manage resources and provide leadership and direction to all subordinates
  • ·Identify and manage risks
  • ·Manage the performance of all administrative activities and related duties

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
  • Include a copy of your valid driver's licence (front and back)
  • 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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How do I apply for the PRINCIPAL PROVINCIAL INSPECTOR (X4 POSTS) position at Department of Transport?+

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What is the salary for the PRINCIPAL PROVINCIAL INSPECTOR (X4 POSTS) position?+

The advertised salary band for this post is R 413 001. 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.

When does the PRINCIPAL PROVINCIAL INSPECTOR (X4 POSTS) application close?+

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