WESTERN CAPE MOBILITY DEPARTMENT

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

CLOSING DATE : 28 September 2026 

NOTE : 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-pre-entry-programme. 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. 

MANAGEMENT ECHELON

DIRECTOR: FREIGHT AND LOGISTICS REF NO: WCMD 21/2026 

(3 Year Contract) 

SALARY : R1 317 384 per annum (Level 13), (all-inclusive salary package) 

CENTRE : Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government. 

REQUIREMENTS : An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) in Freight, Transport, Logistics, or related field as recognised by SAQA. 5 years of experience at a middle/senior managerial level. Competencies: Strategic Capability and Leadership; Project and Programme Management; Change Management; People Management and Empowerment; Financial Management. 

DUTIES : Develop provincial legislation, policies, strategies and plans for freight rail, maritime and ports, road freight, intermodal facilities, and aviation and pipelines in conjunction with the Directorate Transport Policy and Strategy. Develop frameworks, guidelines, norms and standards for multi-modal freight planning and operations. Conduct technical studies, feasibility assessments, research, business cases, and business plans across freight modes. Assess the impact of freight-related legislation, policies, strategies, programmes, and projects. Facilitate and improve freight services in the Western Cape, across multiple transport modes through the implementation of key strategic documents, including the Provincial Freight Strategy, Freight Implementation Programme (FIP), and Provincial Land Transport Framework (PLTF), the Freight Rail Revitalisation Framework (FRRF); Manage freight data and ensure the development of freight information systems, digital alignment and integration across all freight modes through platforms such as the Western Cape Freight Demand Model, Freight Management System and Integrated Transport Hub. Manage information (data and knowledge) by applying tools and technologies to inform decision-making in government operations; produce reports; enhance service delivery; support transparency; support integration/collaboration across departments and spheres of government. Represent the Province in high-level engagements with public and private freight stakeholders, promoting coordination and investment in freight systems across all modes. Ensure engagement and collaboration with industry stakeholders, public and private sector entities to coordinate, develop, and implement freight system improvements across modes. Align freight projects with the province’s spatial, economic, and social development goals. Financial and People Management. 

ENQUIRIES : Ms DD Ribbonaar Tel No: (021) 483 3946 

OTHER POSTS

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER: PRE SERVICE DELIVERY (ATHLONE) REF NO: WCMD 117/2025 R1 

SALARY : R338 106 - R398 277 per annum (Level 07) 

CENTRE : Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government. 

REQUIREMENTS : 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 1-year administrative support experience in an operating license processing working environment. Competencies: Knowledge in the following: National Land Transport Act (Act No.5 of 2009); Road Transportation Act (Act No. 74 of 1977); Western Cape Road Transportation Amendment Law Act (Act No. 8 of 1996); National Land Transport Regulations of 2009; Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), National Treasury Regulations, Provincial Treasury Instructions, guidelines; Processing of applications for operating licenses; Preparation of cases and the presentation thereof at adjudication meetings; preparation of cases for the cancellation of operating licenses; Information and Record Management/Administration; Understanding in how to notify operators of renewals. Skills needed: Numeracy; Literacy; Computer Literacy; Written and verbal communication; Project Management; Accounting, Finance and Audit; Economic, Financial and Statistical Analysis; Legal Administration; Reporting; Problem-solving; Planning; Organising; Research; Ability to work under pressure; Willingness to work irregular hours and meet tight deadlines. 

DUTIES : Render support with the processing of operating license applications; Perform communication duties; Coordinate attendance of committee hearings; Render effective utilisation of the PTRS System; Render supervisory functions. 

ENQUIRIES : Mr HMF Kirkwood Tel No: (021) 483 8970 

NOTE : 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. 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. 

CLOSING DATE : 28 September 2026 

PROVISIONING CLERK: LOGISTICS AND ASSET MANAGEMENT REF NO: WCMD 22/2026 (X2 POSTS) 

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: Knowledge of the following: Logistics management duties, practices as well as the ability to capture data, operate computer and collect statistics; Legislative framework governing the Public Service; Work procedures in terms of the working environment; Public Service financial legislations, processes and procedures, National Treasury Regulations, Provincial Treasury Instructions; Basic operating systems such as Personnel and Salary System (PERSAL), Basic Accounting System (BAS), Logical Information System (LOGIS) or similar systems. Skills in the following: Computer; Planning and Organising; Good Verbal and Written Communication; Customer Care; Reporting; Problem-solving; Creative thinking; Decision making; Willingness to work irregular hours and meet tight deadlines; Ability to work under pressure. 

DUTIES : Render procurement and provisioning service to the Department; Ensure effective and efficient capturing of data on procurement system; Provide personnel administration and clerical support services within the component; Controlling of Consumables and Inventory. 

ENQUIRIES : Ms N Dyantyi Tel No: (021) 483 4529 

NOTE : 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. 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. 

CLOSING DATE : 28 September 2026 

ADMINISTRATION CLERK: FREIGHT AND LOGISTICS REF NO: WCMD 23/2026 

(3-Year Contract Post) 

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: Knowledge of the following: Administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, designing forms and other office procedures and terminology; Applicable legislative and regulatory requirements, policies and standards; Public Service financial legislations, processes and procedures. Skills in the following: Numeracy skills; Literacy skills; Language skills; Computer literacy. 

DUTIES : General Administration including procure goods and services, process payments, draft and type documentation, maintain databases and registers; Execute meetings and event logistics including scheduling, preparing minutes, following up on actions, making travel arrangements; Provide project support, including handling enquiries; Execute effective document management. 

ENQUIRIES : Mr K Matsabisa Tel No: (021) 483 4887 

NOTE : 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. 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. 

CLOSING DATE : 28 September 2026