Job Purpose
The Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for suitably qualified and competent individual to manage the promotion of road safety through effective and efficient law enforcement in the Province by effective leadership and supervision of subordinates. The successful incumbents must be able to work under pressure, willingness to work irregular hours and meet tight deadlines.
Minimum Requirements
Grade 12 (Senior certificate or equivalent qualification) or higher qualification; Must be in possession of a Basic Traffic Diploma; A minimum of 6 years experience in the field; A valid code A and EC driving licence; No Criminal record.
Recommendation
None.
Key Performance Areas
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; Supevisory functions.
Competencies
Knowledge of the following: Operational functioning of the Directorate Traffic Law Enforcement; National Road Traffic Act, 1996 (Act 93 of 1996); Road Traffic Amendment Act, 2008 (Act 64 of 2008); Firearms Control Act, 2000 (Act 60 of 2000); Criminal Procedure Act, 1977 (Act 51 of 1977); Firearms Control Regulations, 2004; National Road Traffic Regulations, 2000; Dimensional and Mass Limitations and the Requirements for Abnormal Load Vehicles (TRH 11); Guidelines from the Director of Public Prosecutions.
Skills needed: Numeracy; Literacy; Computer Literacy; Written and verbal communication; Project Management; Accounting, Finance and Audit; Economic, Financial and Statistical Analysis; Legal Administration; Planning; Organising; Leadership; Monitoring; People Management; Investigations; Motivational; Analytical; Operational/Project Management; Negotiation; Interpretation; Legal Evidential; Ability to work under pressure.
Remuneration
R 397 116 - R 467 790 per annum (Salary level 8)
Note on remuneration in addition service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.
Notes
Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to do a practical and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.
By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.
Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position.
