Principal Provincial Inspector: Lecturer: Training of Traffic OfficerWestern Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government.

Requirements

• Grade 12 (Senior certificate or equivalent qualification);
• Must be in possession of a Basic Traffic Diploma;
• A minimum of 6 years relevant experience in a traffic training and development and/or traffic law enforcement working environment;
• A valid code A and EC driving licence;
• No criminal record.
• Competencies:
• Knowledge of the following:
• Manage the operational functioning of the Directorate Traffic Law Enforcement; apply the National Road Traffic Act, 1996 (Act 93 of 1996); apply the National Road Traffic Amendment Act, 2008 (Act 64 of 2008); apply the Firearms Control Act, 2000 (Act 60 of 2000); apply the Criminal Procedure Act, 1977 (Act 51 of 1977); apply the Firearms Control Regulations, 2004; apply the National Road Traffic Regulations, 2000; implement guidelines issued by the Director of Public Prosecutions; conduct vehicle inspections; manage vehicle impoundment procedures; complete traffic law enforcement documentation; implement operational guidelines for traffic law enforcement equipment; manage the storage and transportation of dangerous goods in accordance with national and international statutory requirements; implement public service procedures, processes and systems;
• 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 and resources; manage customer relationships; plan and organise activities; provide leadership; exercise control and monitor performance; manage people; deliver services effectively; communicate effectively; make decisions; manage results and quality; solve problems; compile and write reports; manage labour relations; drive vehicles; conduct investigations; motivate staff; conduct analytical assessments; manage operations and projects; negotiate effectively; interpret information; apply legal and evidential principles; observe and assess situations; mentor and coach staff; promote innovation and continuous improvement; work effectively under pressure; work irregular hours when required; meet tight deadlines; travel regularly away from the office when required.

Duties

• Manage Traffic Officer Training and Development Programmes;
• Manage Stakeholder and Cooperative Training Initiatives;
• Manage Resources and Provide Leadership and Direction;
• Manage Quality Assurance, Compliance and Risks;
• Manage administrative and training support functions;
• Managerial and supervisory functions.

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Notes from the department

• Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and 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 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.
• Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process.
• 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.
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• 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.