Chief Provincial Inspector: Lecturer

About the role

Western Cape Mobility Department is hiring a Chief Provincial Inspector: Lecturer, based in Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government. This is a permanent post, paying R605,742 – R713,535 a year. How to apply: 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 Reference number to quote: WCMD 72/2026 Closing date: 09 November 2026 Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Requirements

• An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-degree (equivalent or higher) qualification, at least 3 years' supervisory experience, at least 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 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