Principal Provincial Inspector: Law Enforcement Operations

About the role

Western Cape Mobility Department is hiring a Principal Provincial Inspector: Law Enforcement Operations, based in Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government. This is a permanent post, paying R413,001 – R486,501 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 64/2026 Closing date: 09 November 2026 Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV.

Responsibilities

• 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, Supervisory functions.

Requirements

• Grade 12 (equivalent or higher qualification), Must be in possession of a Basic Traffic Diploma, at least 6 years’ experience in the field, A valid code A and EC driving licence, Note: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities but have reasonable access to transport may also apply.
• No Criminal record.
• Competencies:
• Knowledge of the following: Implement legislation
• Regulatory frameworks
• Policies and best practices relevant to the line functions
• Use information systems that support the management of knowledge and information relating to the line function
• Manage the operational functioning of the Directorate Traffic Law Enforcement
• Administer the National Road Traffic Act
• 1996 (Act 93 of 1996)
• Administer the National Road Traffic Amendment Act
• 2008 (Act 64 of 2008)
• Administer the Firearms Control Act
• 2000 (Act 60 of 2000)
• Administer the Criminal Procedure Act
• 1977 (Act 51 of 1977)
• Administer the Firearms Control Regulations
• 2004
• Administer the National Road Traffic Regulations
• 2000
• Manage dimensional and mass limitations and the requirements for abnormal load vehicles in accordance with TRH 11
• Implement guidelines from the Director of Public Prosecutions
• Conduct driver fitness inspections
• Conduct vehicle fitness inspections
• Manage impoundment procedures
• Complete traffic law enforcement documents
• Manage traffic law enforcement equipment in accordance with operational guidelines