About the Role
The Department of Transport is seeking a dedicated Provincial Inspector to join their team in Mabopane. This role is vital for ensuring the enforcement of road traffic and public transport legislation, ultimately contributing to the safety and efficiency of transport systems within the community. As a Provincial Inspector, you will play a key role in traffic law enforcement, which is essential for maintaining order on our roads and ensuring the safe passage of both goods and passengers in South Africa.
Working in the bustling town of Mabopane means being at the heart of traffic management efforts that directly impact the day-to-day lives of residents. Your efforts will not only enhance road safety but also foster a sense of security among the public, making it a rewarding position in the realm of public service. If you are passionate about making a difference and have the necessary skills, this is an excellent opportunity to contribute to your community.
About the Department
The Department of Transport is committed to developing a safe, efficient, and sustainable transport system that meets the needs of all South Africans. Their mission includes the regulation of road traffic and public transport, ensuring compliance with legal standards, and promoting traffic safety. By joining this department, you become part of a significant effort to enhance public service and improve the quality of life for citizens.
What You’ll Do
- Enforce road traffic and transport legislation effectively.
- Implement planned traffic law enforcement activities.
- Control traffic flow at congested areas and manage accident scenes.
- Participate in traffic policing projects and speed testing operations.
- Conduct driver license tests and monitor compliance at testing centers.
- Issue notices and execute arrests under relevant laws.
- Provide visible traffic control and assist in planning traffic policing activities.
- Maintain administrative procedures and compliance with relevant acts.
What You’ll Need
- Matric Certificate and a Traffic Officer’s Diploma.
- Valid driver’s license, code B.
- At least 1 year of practical experience in traffic law enforcement.
- No criminal record or pending cases.
- Strong understanding of road traffic and public transport regulations.
- Good interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and maintain good observation skills.
- Proficiency in at least two of the provincial official languages.
How to Apply
Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to 20 Steve Biko Street, Agriculture Place, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0002 or by email [email protected].
Requirements
Matric Certificate plus Traffic Officer's Diploma and a valid driver’s license, at least a code B.01 year of practical experience in traffic law enforcement.
No criminal record or case pending against you.
Knowledge and Skills: Good record and resource management.
Good customer relationship management abilities.
Knowledge and understanding of road traffic and public transport policies and regulations.
Completion of law enforcement documents.
Knowledge of vehicle inspections and vehicle impoundment.
Knowledge of the Firearms and Ammunition Act 60/100.
Knowledge of departmental guidelines on overload control and escort duties (Transport Handbook) 11.
Ability to work under pressure.
Good observation skills.
Good driving and negations skills.
Sound interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
Good written and verbal communication skills in at least two of the provincial official languages.
Job Duties
Enforce Road Traffic, Public Passenger and Transport Legislation: Implement planned and approved traffic law enforcement activities.Ensure the free flow of traffic through point duty and traffic control at congested areas.
Coordinate activities at and safeguard accident scenes, identify and advise management on hazardous locations.
Participate in traffic policing projects and speed testing operations.
Issue notices and execute arrests under relevant Acts, directives and procedures and attend court proceedings and give evidence.
Escort abnormal vehicles and loads to ensure safe movement thereof and coordinate overload control management (including goods and passengers).
Examine Drivers' Licences and Motor Vehicles and monitor compliance at Driver License Testing Centers (DLTC) and Vehicle Testing Stations (VTS): Conduct learner and driver license tests.
(ii) Conduct roadworthy tests.
Monitor compliance of DLTC and VTS.
Provide visible Traffic Control/Policing and promote/ensure crime prevention activities: Assist in planning visible traffic policing by assisting motorists and executing escort duties.
Participate in roadblocks and/or special law enforcement operations.
Patrol roads in dedicated areas and warn motorists at hazardous locations (i.
e.
, damaged road surfaces, breakdown of vehicles).
Perform all administrative activities and related duties: maintain effective administrative procedures.
Compliance with the Firearm and Ammunition Act 60/2000.
Compliance with activities as outlined in the operational plans.
Participate in Human Resource Development Programs.
Promote effective and efficient service delivery to clients.
Maintain a professional corporate image of the Directorate: Traffic Law Enforcement.
