The Department of Transport derives its mandate from the Constitution, National Land Transport Act, National Road Traffic Act, White Paper of Sustainable Transport and other relevant legislations.
The Department as envisaged in the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa Act, 1993 (Act 200 of 1993) replaced by the 1996 Act, (Act 108 of 1996), is resp...
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National Senior Certificate, Basic Traffic Diploma from accredited institution.
One-year practical experience in law enforcement. A valid driver’s license minimum code B. No criminal record.
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 and safeguard accident scenes, identify and advise management on hazardous locations.
Participate in traffic policing projects and speed testing operations. Issues notices and execute arrests under relevant Acts, directives and procedures and attend court proceedings and give evidence. Escort abnormal vehicles and loads to ensure the safe movement thereof and coordinate overload control management (includes goods and passengers).
Examine Drivers’ Licenses and Motor Vehicles. Conduct learner and driver license tests. Conduct vehicle road worthy tests. Provide visible Traffic Control/Policing and promote /ensure crime prevention activities. Assist in planning visible traffic policing by aiding with motorists and executing escort duties.
Participate in roadblocks and/or special law enforcement operations. Patrolling of roads in dedicated area and warn motorists at hazardous locations (i.e. damaged roads surfaces, breakdown of vehicles). Perform all administrative activities and related duties. Maintain effective administrative procedures.
Compliance with the Firearm and Ammunition Act 60/2000 with activities as outlined in the operational plans. Participate in Human Resource Development Programs. Promote effective and efficient service delivery to clients. Maintain professional corporate image of Directorate: Traffic Law Enforcement.