Senior Provincial Inspector: Law Enforcement Operations

About the role

Western Cape Mobility Department is hiring a Senior Provincial Inspector: Law Enforcement Operations, based in Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government. This is a permanent post, paying R338,106 – R398,277 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 65/2026 Closing date: 09 November 2026 Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV.

Responsibilities

• Enforce Road Traffic, Public Passenger, Transport and other relevant legislations, Examine Vehicles and Monitor Compliance with Vehicle Fitness and Roadworthiness: Requirements: Provide visible Traffic Control/Policing and promote/ensure crime prevention activities, Perform all administrative activities and related duties, Assess Road conditions, Mentor and coach Provincial Inspector’s (PI’s) on probation and appointed PI’s, Supervisory functions.

Requirements

• At least a Senior Certificate (Grade 12 or equivalent or higher qualification), at least 3 years of practical experience as a provincial inspector, must be in possession of a basic traffic diploma or equivalent qualification, A valid Code B/EB (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:
• 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