SENIOR PROVINCIAL INSPECTOR (X8 POSTS)

A Senior Certificate; plus Basic Traffic Officer’s Diploma; plus Registered as a Traffic Officer; plus A minimum of 3 - 5 years practical experience as a Provincial Inspector; plus A valid driving licence (minimum code B); plus Applicants must possess no criminal record. Knowledge, Skills and Competencies Required: Knowledge and understanding of road traffic and Public Transport legislation, policies and regulations. Knowledge of vehicle inspections, vehicle impoundment and completion of Law Enforcement documents. Knowledge of Firearm and Ammunition Act 60/2000, code of conduct, dangerous goods and Departmental policies. Knowledge of guidelines from Director of Public Prosecutions, departmental guidelines on overload control and escort duties Transport Handbook (TRH) 11. Knowledge of operational guidelines on law enforcement equipment. Records, resource and customer relationship management skills. Literacy skills (written and verbal communication skills in at least two of the provincial languages). Conflict resolution and driving skills. Negotiation, interpretation and legal evidential skills. Observation skills (moving violations/defects). Ability to work under pressure. Mentoring and coaching skills.

Management and supervision of subordinates (people management). Enforce Road Traffic, Public Passenger, Transport and other relevant legislation. Examine Driver’s Licences and Motor Vehicles and monitor compliance at Driver Licence Testing Centres (DLTC) and Vehicle Testing Stations (VTS). Provide visible Traffic Control/Policing and promote/ensure crime prevention activities. Perform all administrative activities and related duties. Assess road conditions. Mentor and coach Provincial Inspectors (PIs) on probation and appointed PIs.

Mr VK Chetty Tel No: (033) 355 8880

It is the intention of this Department to consider equity targets when filling these positions. Kindly note that the 24/7 Shift System will be applicable.

PSV Circular 29 of 2026, Post 29/189