About the Role
The Western Cape Mobility Department is seeking a dedicated Chief Provincial Inspector: Lecturer to join its team in Cape Town. This pivotal role focuses on enhancing traffic law enforcement and operational training within the province, ensuring that our roads are safe and our communities are well-served. Working in this position allows you to contribute directly to service delivery improvements and effective law enforcement strategies that benefit every citizen in the Western Cape.
In this role, you will manage the implementation of the Operational Law Enforcement Plan, oversee human resources, and coordinate traffic management interventions. Your leadership will be crucial in executing training programs that equip staff with essential skills and knowledge, ultimately fostering a safer environment for all. The impact of your work will resonate throughout the community, as you play a vital part in promoting safety and compliance on our roads.
About the Department
The Western Cape Mobility Department is committed to improving transportation safety and efficiency across the province. By focusing on traffic law enforcement and public safety initiatives, the department aims to create a well-functioning transport system that supports economic growth and enhances the quality of life for all residents. Joining this department means becoming part of a mission-driven team that values collaboration and strives for excellence in public service.
What You’ll Do
- Oversee the development and implementation of operational training programs.
- Manage and evaluate the effectiveness of the Operational Law Enforcement Plan.
- Ensure efficient leadership and improve service delivery within the traffic management sector.
- Coordinate interventions and liaise with relevant stakeholders for effective traffic law enforcement.
- Supervise human resource management, financial management, and asset management activities.
- Implement training interventions that enhance team performance and operational effectiveness.
- Maintain compliance with relevant legislation and public service policies.
What You’ll Need
- An appropriate 3-year National Diploma or B-degree (equivalent or higher).
- A minimum of 3 years’ supervisory experience in a relevant field.
- At least 7 years’ working experience in traffic law enforcement.
- A valid driving license (A and EC or higher) is required.
- No criminal record.
- Strong knowledge of traffic law enforcement regulations and operational practices.
- Excellent understanding of public finance, human resources, and project management principles.
How to Apply
Only applications submitted online will be accepted. Please refer to the application instructions below.
Requirements
An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-degree (equivalent or higher) qualification; A minimum of 3 years' supervisory experience; A minimum of 7 years' working experience in the traffic law enforcement field.A valid (A and EC or higher) driving license.
Note: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities but have reasonable access to transport may also apply.
No criminal record.
Competencies: Extensive knowledge and understanding of the following: operational functioning of the Directorate Traffic Law Enforcement; National Road Traffic Act, 1996 (Act 93 of 1996); National Road Traffic 243 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; the Code of Conduct for the Public Service; Dimensional and Mass Limitations and other Requirements for Abnormal Load Vehicles (TRH 11); Guidelines from the Director of Public Prosecutions; Knowledge and understanding of vehicle inspections; impoundment procedures; Knowledge and understanding of the completion of traffic law enforcement documents; the operational guidelines on traffic law enforcement equipment; the storage and transportation of dangerous goods in accordance with national and international statutory requirements; Knowledge of and working experience with the legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions; Knowledge and understanding of information systems that aid in the management of knowledge and information pertaining to the line function; project management; operational management practices; procurement and tendering processes; policy development, and operational management, monitoring and review processes; modern systems of governance and administration; public service procedures, processes and systems; regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on the provincial government of the Western Cape; arrangements governing the South African public sector; Knowledge and understanding of public finance, human resources and discourse management processes; Public Finance Management Act, National Treasury Regulations, Provincial Treasury Instructions, guidelines and other financial policies, prescripts, directives and collective agreements; Province and the activities of sister departments/ related functional areas; policies of the government of the day; Labour Relations legislation and regulations; performance management in general.
Job Duties
Operational training Development Planning, Service Delivery and Component Management.Manage the implementation of the Operational Law Enforcement Plan; Ensure effective and efficient Leadership; Management of service delivery improvement; Managerial functions; Plan and coordinate interventions in the Directorate Traffic Management.
Evaluate, manage and implement training interventions; Liaise with relevant role players; Management of Human Resources; Financial Management; Asset Management.
