
Senior Provincial Inspector: Law Enforcement Operations
Salary or stipendR338 106 – R398 277 per annum (Level 07)
The Department of Social Development is looking for a Senior Provincial Inspector: Law Enforcement Operations. This is a permanent role based in Western Cape.
Source: DPSA Circular 37 of 2026Post 37/355, page 255
- Reference number
- WCMD 65/2026 (VARIOUS POSTS AVAILABLE)
- Appointment
- Permanent
- Province
- Western Cape
- Job level
- 07
- Centre
- Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government
What you will need
- A minimum of a Senior Certificate (Grade 12 or equivalent or higher qualification)
- must be in possession of a basic traffic diploma or equivalent qualification
- A valid Code B/EB (or higher) driving licence.
Experience
A minimum of 3 years of practical experience as a provincial inspector
Key responsibilities
- Enforce Road Traffic, Public Passenger, Transport and other relevant legislations
- Examine Vehicles and Monitor Compliance with Vehicle Fitness and Roadworthiness:
Additional details
- Grade: Provincial
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
- Application method: Online
- Enquiries: Mr T Qunta
- Telephone: (023) 983 1512
Please 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 256 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
- manage the storage and transportation of dangerous goods in accordance with national and international statutory requirements
- manage Labour Relations legislation and regulations
- manage performance management processes
- Skills: perform numeracy and literacy functions
- perform literacy functions
- use computer systems effectively
- communicate effectively in the required language
- manage projects
- perform legal administration
- Other: communicate effectively
- plan and organise activities
- solve problems
- manage conflicts
- manage resources
- manage customer relationships
- provide leadership
- control and monitor activities
- manage people
- maintain records
- manage service delivery
- make sound decisions
- manage results and quality
- draft and compile written reports
- drive vehicles
- conduct investigations
- motivate staff and stakeholders
- conduct analytical assessments
- manage operational and project activities
- negotiate with stakeholders
- interpret legislation and information
- evaluate legal evidence
- conduct observations
- mentor and coach staff
- drive innovation and continuous improvement
- work effectively under pressure
- work irregular hours when required
- meet tight deadlines
- travel regularly away from the office when required.

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