Provincial Inspector: Law Enforcement Operations Ref No. WCMD 63/2026 at Western Cape Mobility Department

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 (Senior certificate or higher qualification); A minimum of 1-year practical experience in Law Enforcement; Must be in possession of a Basic Traffic Diploma or equivalent qualification; A valid driving licence (Code B or higher).

Key Performance Areas

• Enforce Road Traffic, Public Passenger and Transport Legislation; Conduct vehicle, driver and road user compliance inspections and enforce compliance with applicable legislation; Provide visible Traffic Control/Policing and promote/ensure crime prevention activities; Perform all administrative activities and related duties.

Competencies

• Knowledge and understanding of the following: 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 documentation; manage traffic law enforcement equipment in accordance with operational guidelines; manage the storage and transportation of dangerous goods in accordance with national and international statutory requirements;
• Skills: perform numeracy and literacy functions; use computer systems effectively; communicate effectively in the required language; manage projects; perform accounting, finance and audit functions; conduct economic, financial and statistical analysis; perform legal administration;
• Other: manage records; manage resources; manage customer relationships; resolve conflicts; drive vehicles; negotiate with stakeholders; interpret information and legislation; evaluate legal evidence; conduct observations; work effectively under pressure; work irregular hours when required; meet tight deadlines; travel regularly away from the office when required.