PRINCIPAL PROVINCIAL INSPECTOR: LAW ENFORCEMENT OPERATIONS is a South African government vacancy at Western Cape Department of Social Development. This job is part of Circular 26 of 2026 from the DPSA. centre: Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government | closing date: 17 August 2026. Use this page to review the requirements, duties, application instructions and official source links before applying.
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Where to send your application.
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
Salary
R397 116 – R467 790 per annum (Level 08)
Requirements
- Grade 12 (equivalent or higher qualification);
- Must be in possession of a Basic Traffic Diploma;
- A minimum of 6 years experience in the field;
- A valid code A and EC driving licence;
- No Criminal record.
- Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Operational functioning of the Directorate Traffic Law Enforcement;
- National Road Traffic Act, 1996 (Act 93 of 1996);
- Road Traffic Amendment Act, 2008 (Act 64 of 2008);
- Firearms Control Act, 2000 (Act 60 of 2000);
- Criminal Procedure Act, 1977 (Act 51 of 1977);
- Firearms Control Regulations, 2004;
- National Road Traffic Regulations, 2000;
- Dimensional and Mass Limitations and the Requirements for Abnormal Load Vehicles (TRH 11);
- Guidelines from the Director of Public Prosecutions.
- Skills needed: Numeracy;
- Literacy;
- Computer Literacy;
- Written and verbal communication;
- Project Management;
- Accounting, Finance and Audit;
- Economic, Financial and Statistical Analysis;
- Legal Administration;
- Planning;
- Organising;
- Leadership;
- Monitoring;
- People Management;
- Investigations;
- Motivational;
- Analytical;
- Operational/Project Management;
- Negotiation;
- Interpretation;
- Legal Evidential;
- Ability to work under pressure;
- Willingness to regularly travel away from the office.
Duties
- 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;
- Supervisory functions.
Enquiries
Mr J Mostert Tel No: (021) 483 0138/1
Notes
Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving. Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. OTHER POSTS
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Original Text
SALARY : R397 116 – R467 790 per annum (Level 08)
CENTRE : Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 (equivalent or higher qualification); Must be in possession of a Basic Traffic Diploma; A minimum of 6 years experience in the field; A valid code A
and EC driving licence; No Criminal record. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Operational functioning of the Directorate Traffic Law Enforcement;
National Road Traffic Act, 1996 (Act 93 of 1996); Road Traffic Amendment Act,
2008 (Act 64 of 2008); Firearms Control Act, 2000 (Act 60 of 2000); Criminal
Procedure Act, 1977 (Act 51 of 1977); Firearms Control Regulations, 2004;
National Road Traffic Regulations, 2000; Dimensional and Mass Limitations and the Requirements for Abnormal Load Vehicles (TRH 11); Guidelines from
the Director of Public Prosecutions. Skills needed: Numeracy; Literacy;
Computer Literacy; Written and verbal communication; Project Management;
Accounting, Finance and Audit; Economic, Financial and Statistical Analysis;
Legal Administration; Planning; Organising; Leadership; Monitoring; People
Management; Investigations; Motivational; Analytical; Operational/Project
Management; Negotiation; Interpretation; Legal Evidential; Ability to work under pressure; Willingness to regularly travel away from the office.
DUTIES : 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; Supervisory functions.
ENQUIRIES : Mr J Mostert Tel No: (021) 483 0138/1
Official source
This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 26 of 2026 for reference.
Disclaimer: This vacancy was imported from the official DPSA circular PDF. Please confirm the reference number, closing date, and application instructions in the original circular before applying. View the official DPSA vacancy circulars.