Jobs · Western Cape · Social Development
Administration Clerk - Traffic Law Exemptions and Permits
Closes Monday 9 November 2026
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Administration clerk in the Western Cape Mobility Department, handling traffic law exemptions and permits. Suits people with Grade 12 and good computer and office skills.
- Main duties: general clerical support, supply chain clerical support, personnel administration support, and financial administration support within the section.
- Must have Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent).
- Must be able to use computer systems, capture data, and operate office equipment.
- Must communicate well in writing and verbally in the required language, and manage applications under traffic legislation.
- Based with the Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government. No town is stated in the advert.
- Apply online only, through http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co. Quote reference WCMD 67/2026. The closing date is not stated in the advert.
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Requirements
- Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification).Competencies:
- Perform clerical duties and administrative practices; capture data; operate computer systems; collect and maintain statistics; administer the legislative framework governing the Public Service; manage applications in accordance with traffic legislation; perform work procedures relevant to the working environment;
- Skills: use computer systems effectively; plan and organise activities; communicate effectively in the required language; communicate effectively in writing and verbally;
- Other: demonstrate job knowledge; maintain effective interpersonal relationships; demonstrate flexibility; work effectively as part of a team; perform routine tasks; operate office equipment; work effectively under pressure; work irregular hours when required; meet tight deadlines.
Duties
- Render general clerical support services;
- Provide supply chain clerical support services within the section;
- Provide personnel administration clerical support services within the section;
- Provide financial administration support services in the section.
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
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Enquiries
Mr JF Lombard Tel No: (021) 483 4177
Notes from the department
- Only applications submitted online will be accepted.
- Kindly note that technical support is only available from Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 16:00.
- Should you experience any difficulties with your online application you may contact the helpline on 0861 370 214.
- Please ensure that you submit your application on or before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.
- The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.
- By applying for this post, 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.
- All shortlisted candidates must make themselves available to be interviewed at a date, time and place as decided by the selection panel.
- All shortlisted candidates will be required to submit duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the timeframe communicated by the WCG and prior to the interview date.
- Failure to provide the required duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the prescribed timeframe, without reasonable justification, may result in the shortlisted candidate not being considered further in the current recruitment and selection process.
- All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to assess relevant functional elements of the job and an interview.
- Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity.
- The successful candidate will be required to complete the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme (Nyukela) and submit the certificate before he/she can be appointed to this post.
- The purpose of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme, which is a public service specific training programme applicable to all applicants who aspire to join the SMS, is to ensure that potential SMS members have a background in processes and procedures linked to the SMS.
- The duration of the online Pre-Entry Programme is 120 notional hours (15 days).
- Full details may be sourced by the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training- course/sms-preentryprogramme .
- The successful candidate shall be subjected to a leadership assessment, within one (1) month of appointment, to assess the managerial competencies required for SMS members in the Public Service as specified under Chapter Five (5) of the SMS handbook.
- This assessment shall be conducted to determine an individual’s ability to lead, manage, and direct others and to identify developmental gaps in core generic leadership and management competencies.
- The successful candidate will be required to enter into an employment contract and a performance agreement.
- The successful candidate will be subject to security vetting; and the candidate will have to disclose her/his financial interests.
- Furthermore, thank you, to the huge public interest, we receive many applications for our posts, and as such will not be able to respond personally to all applications.
- Therefore, should you not hear from us within 10 weeks from close of the advert please consider your application unsuccessful.
As printed in Circular 37 of 2026 · page 257 · open the PDF (opens in new tab)
POST 37/358: ADMINISTRATION CLERK - TRAFFIC LAW EXEMPTIONS AND PERMITS REF NO: WCMD 67/2026 SALARY: R237 453 - R279 708 per annum (Level 05) CENTRE: Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government REQUIREMENTS: Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification).Competencies: Perform clerical duties and administrative practices; capture data; operate computer systems; collect and maintain statistics; administer the legislative framework governing the Public Service; manage applications in accordance with traffic legislation; perform work procedures relevant to the working environment; Skills: use computer systems effectively; plan and organise activities; communicate effectively in the required language; communicate effectively in writing and verbally; Other: demonstrate job knowledge; maintain effective interpersonal relationships; demonstrate flexibility; work effectively as part of a team; perform routine tasks; operate office equipment; work effectively under pressure; work irregular hours when required; meet tight deadlines. DUTIES: Render general clerical support services; Provide supply chain clerical support services within the section; Provide personnel administration clerical support services within the section; Provide financial administration support services in the section. ENQUIRIES: Mr JF Lombard Tel No: (021) 483 4177 APPLICATIONS: 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