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THEEWATERSKLOOF LOCAL MUNICIPALITY
 
Munisipaliteit * Municipality * uMasipala 
 
Theewaterskloof Municipality currently awaits suitably qualified persons for appointment in the under – mentioned vacancy. 
 
 Please note: This position is being re-advertised. Applicants who previously applied must submit a new application. 
 
SERGEANT TRAFFIC OFFICER  (2 POSITIONS) 
(Eastern Region – Caledon / Tesselaarsdal / Botriver / Greyton / Genadendal / Riviersonderend) 
Post Level: T09 – Between R210 336.00 p.a. and R272 964.00 p.a. 
 
 
The most eligible candidate must be in possession of a Traffic Officer’s Diploma (NQF Level 4) with 2 years relevant experience. A valid code EB driver’s License. A valid Training Certificate issued by a person registered in terms of the South African Qualifications Authority Act, Act 58/1995 read with the Skills Development Act, Act 97/1998 and who is accredited with POSLEC SETA as a service provider to provide training in the safe use and handling of firearms. No criminal record (Important – A valid SAPS Clearance Certificate or proof of application of clearance certificate must accompany your application – Applicants must provide a valid police clearance certificate not older than 6 months on the day of the interview - applicants who do not provide the valid clearance certificate on the day of the interview will automatically be disqualified) Be able to act consequently and firmly. Must be trust worthy with a high level of integrity together with the ability to handle conflict, stress and work pressure. Good communication skills in at least two (2) of the three (3) official languages in the Western Cape, namely English, Afrikaans and Xhosa
 
 
Responsibilities: Traffic control & Traffic Law Enforcement * Performing duties as prescribed in the National Land Transportation Act (NLTA) * Record Road Traffic Crashes (RTC’s) and register such at the SAPS in order to obtain an AR for reference purposes * Enforcement of Municipal By-Law * Executing Warrants of Arrests (WoA) and preparing statements * Providing emergency support function during disaster or emergency situations * Complete specific reports, statutory documentation and registers * Impounding of vehicles * Present Road Safety Awareness and Educational programs * Ensure that inconvenience and/or risks to safety are minimized through efficient handling of traffic congestions / bottlenecks * Do specialized Traffic Policing * Promoting a Safe Work Environment * Be willing to work: Shifts, Overtime and Perform Standby duties as and when required * Other duties as requested from time to time. 
 

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Enquiries: Contact Mr. F Prollius – Manager Public Safety Tel: 028 – 2143300 
 
If you do not receive any feedback, within two (2) months after the closing date, kindly assume that your application was unsuccessful. The Council reserves the right not to make any appointment. 
 
Theewaterskloof Municipality is committed to equal opportunity and affirmative action. Preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates who are members of the designated groups as defined in Section 1 of the Employment Equity Act namely black people, women and people with disabilities. 
 
Mr. DP Lubbe, Municipal Manager, P O Box 24, 6 Plein Street, Caledon 7230 
 
The council’s offer includes benefits such as pension, medical aid and a group scheme as well as a 13th cheque, a housing-/ rental subsidy and assistance with relocation cost under certain conditions. 
 
Applicants must complete the prescribed application form along with a detailed CV with originally certified copies of qualifications, ID document, as well as a testimonial in order to be considered for the position. Application forms must be forwarded to the Manager: Human Resources, Theewaterskloof Municipality and P O Box 24 Caledon 7230. 
 
Please note: No e-mailed, scanned or faxed applications will be accepted, and shortlisted candidates will be required to produce original copies of academic qualifications on the day of the interview. Only original applications forms will be accepted. 
 
Canvassing will disqualify any candidate from being considered for appointment. 
 
APPLICANTS WHO DO NOT COMPLETE THE PRESCRIBED APPLICATION FORM WILL AUTOMATICALLY BE DISQUALIFIED. 
 
Closing date: 07 May 2021 at 12:00 pm. (no applications will be accepted or considered after the closing date)