RADIO OPERATOR: LAW ENFORCEMENT OPERATIONS
Department of Social Development · western cape · Western Cape Mobility Department
- Closing date
- 9 November 2026
- Reference
- WCMD 71/2026
- Salary band
- R 279 708
- 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: R237 453 - R279 708 per annum (Level 05) Requirements: Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification); Certification in radio communication or related fields. Competencies: Knowledge in the following: Implement relevant policies and prescripts; manage the operational functioning of the Directorate Traffic Law Enforcement; operate radio communication systems in a traffic law enforcement environment; manage radio communication systems and protocols; use additional communication technologies and systems; manage radio frequency (RF) principles and practices; operate and maintain communication equipment, including transceivers and antennas; use communication software and logging tools; perform work procedures relevant to the working environment; use internal departmental technological systems for communication monitoring, information capturing and operational coordination; use internal departmental technological systems and communication platforms for operational coordination, information capturing and communication monitoring within the Directorate; Skills: use computer systems effectively; plan and organise activities; communicate effectively in the required language; communicate verbally to a high standard; maintain attention to detail; Other: provide customer care; compile reports; solve problems; demonstrate creative thinking; make sound decisions; interpret information accurately; work effectively under pressure; make quick decisions in high-stress situations; follow emergency response procedures and radio etiquette; work irregular hours when required; meet tight deadlines. Duties: Operate radio communication equipment to transmit and receive messages accurately and efficiently; Ensure quality assurance with the maintenance of radio communication equipment; Remain abreast of new communication technologies, policies and emerging development relevant to the Directorate; Record Keeping and Filling. 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 Enquiries: Ms D Paton Tel No: (022) 713 1286 Closing Date: s.
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Requirements
- ✓Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification)
- ✓Certification in radio communication or related fields
- ✓Competencies: Knowledge in the following: Implement relevant policies and prescripts
- ✓manage the operational functioning of the Directorate Traffic Law Enforcement
- ✓operate radio communication systems in a traffic law enforcement environment
- ✓manage radio communication systems and protocols
- ✓use additional communication technologies and systems
- ✓manage radio frequency (RF) principles and practices
- ✓operate and maintain communication equipment, including transceivers and antennas
- ✓use communication software and logging tools
Key responsibilities
- •Operate radio communication equipment to transmit and receive messages accurately and efficiently
- •Ensure quality assurance with the maintenance of radio communication equipment
- •Remain abreast of new communication technologies, policies and emerging development relevant to the Directorate
- •Record Keeping and Filling
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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