Principal Provincial Inspector: Lecturer: Training of

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REF NO: WCMD 82/2026 (X2 POSTS) REQUIREMENTS: Grade 12 (Senior certificate or equivalent qualification); Must be in possession of a Basic Traffic Diploma; A minimum of 6 years relevant experience in a traffic training and development and/or traffic law enforcement working environment; A valid code A and EC driving licence; No criminal record. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Manage the operational functioning of the Directorate Traffic Law Enforcement; apply the National Road Traffic Act, 1996 (Act 93 of 1996); apply the National Road Traffic Amendment Act, 2008 (Act 64 of 2008); apply the Firearms Control Act, 2000 (Act 60 of 2000); apply the Criminal Procedure Act, 1977 (Act 51 of 1977); apply the Firearms Control Regulations, 2004; apply the National Road Traffic Regulations, 2000; implement guidelines issued by the Director of Public Prosecutions; conduct vehicle inspections; manage vehicle impoundment procedures; complete traffic law enforcement documentation; implement operational guidelines for traffic law enforcement equipment; manage the storage and transportation of dangerous goods in accordance with national and international statutory requirements; implement public service procedures, processes and systems; Skills: perform numeracy and literacy functions; use computer systems effectively; communicate effectively in the required language; manage projects; perform accounting, finance and audit functions; conduct economic, financial and statistical analysis; perform legal administration; Other: manage records and resources; manage customer relationships; plan and organise activities; provide leadership; exercise control and monitor performance; manage people; deliver services effectively; communicate effectively; make decisions; manage results and quality; solve problems; compile and write reports; manage labour relations; drive vehicles; conduct investigations; motivate staff; conduct analytical assessments; manage operations and projects; negotiate effectively; interpret information; apply legal and evidential principles; observe and assess situations; mentor and coach staff; promote innovation and continuous improvement; work effectively under pressure; work irregular hours when required; meet tight deadlines; travel regularly away from the office when required. DUTIES: Manage Traffic Officer Training and Development Programmes; Manage Stakeholder and Cooperative Training Initiatives; Manage Resources and Provide Leadership and Direction; Manage Quality Assurance, Compliance and Risks; Manage administrative and training support functions; Managerial and supervisory functions. SALARY: R413 001 - R486 501 per annum (Level 08) CENTRE: Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government. ENQUIRIES: Ms J Tweedie Tel No: (021) 983 1500 TRAFFIC OFFICER

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