Principal Provincial Inspector: Law Enforcement Operations at Western Cape Mobility Department
Western Cape Mobility Department
October 22, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Minimum Requirements
Grade 12 (Senior certificate or higher qualification); Must be in possession of a Basic Traffic Diploma or equivalent qualification; A minimum of 6-years working experience in the Traffic Law Enforcement field; A valid code A and EC driving licence; No Criminal record.
Key Performance Areas
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; Supevisory functions.
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; 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.
Grade 12 (Senior certificate or higher qualification); Must be in possession of a Basic Traffic Diploma or equivalent qualification; A minimum of 6-years working experience in the Traffic Law Enforcement field; A valid code A and EC driving licence; No Criminal record.
Key Performance Areas
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; Supevisory functions.
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; 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.