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PROVINCIAL INSPECTOR (X6 POSTS)

Department of Transport

Salary band

R 280 278

Closing date

28 August 2026

Reference

DOT 166/2026

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About this role

Department

Department of Transport

Location

Durban Region (X4 Posts): Road Traffic Inspectorate, Pinetown Ref No: DOT 166/2026 (X3 Posts) Road Traffic Inspectorate, Port Shepstone Ref No: DOT 167/2026 (X1 Post) Pietermaritzburg Region (X2 Posts): Road Traffic Inspectorate, Ixopo Ref No: DOT 168/2026 (X2 Posts)

Salary

R280 278 per annum (Level 06)

Requirements

A Senior Certificate; plus A valid Driving Licence (minimum Code B); plus Basic Traffic Officers Diploma; plus One year practical experience in law enforcement; plus Applicants must possess no criminal record. Knowledge, Skills and Competencies Required: Knowledge and understanding of Road Traffic and Public Transport legislation, policies and regulations. Knowledge of vehicle inspections and vehicle impoundment. Knowledge of completion of Law Enforcement documents. Knowledge of Firearm and Ammunition Act 60/2000. Knowledge of code of conduct. Knowledge of dangerous goods. Knowledge of Departmental policies. Knowledge of guidelines from Director of Public Prosecutions. Knowledge of Departmental guidelines on overload control and escort duties Transport Handbook (TRH) 11. Knowledge of operational guidelines on law enforcement equipment. Records and resource management skills. Customer relationship management skills. Literacy skills (Written and verbal communication skills in at least two of the provincial languages). Negotiation and conflict resolution skills. Driving skills. Interpretation skills. Legal evidential skills. Observation skills (moving violations / defects). Ability to work under pressure.

Duties

Enforce Road Traffic, Public Passenger and Transport Legislation. Examine Drivers’ Licences and Motor Vehicles and monitor compliance at Driver Licence Testing Centres (DLTC) and Vehicle Testing Stations (VTS). Provide visible Traffic Control/Policing and promote/ensure crime prevention activities. Perform all administrative activities and related duties.

Enquiries

Mr V Chetty Tel No: (033) 355 8880

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

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Requirements

·A Senior Certificate
·plus A valid Driving Licence (minimum Code B)
·plus Basic Traffic Officers Diploma
·plus One year practical experience in law enforcement
·plus Applicants must possess no criminal record
·Knowledge, Skills and Competencies Required: Knowledge and understanding of Road Traffic and Public Transport legislation, policies and regulations
·Knowledge of vehicle inspections and vehicle impoundment
·Knowledge of completion of Law Enforcement documents
·Knowledge of Firearm and Ammunition Act 60/2000
·Knowledge of code of conduct

Key Duties

·Enforce Road Traffic, Public Passenger and Transport Legislation
·Examine Drivers’ Licences and Motor Vehicles and monitor compliance at Driver Licence Testing Centres (DLTC) and Vehicle Testing Stations (VTS)
·Provide visible Traffic Control/Policing and promote/ensure crime prevention activities
·Perform all administrative activities and related duties

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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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