WESTERN CAPE MOBILITY DEPARTMENT VACANCIES

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NOTE : All shortlisted candidates must make themselves available to be interviewed at a date, time and place as decided by the selection panel. 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. 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 at 0861 370 214. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, the logistics of which will be communicated by the Department. Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA directive on the implementation of competency-based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS Competency Assessment tools. The nominated candidate will be required to complete the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme before they may be appointed into 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 on 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/. Furthermore, thanks to the huge public interest we receive many applications for our positions, 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 advert please consider your application unsuccessful. 
 
 

​MANAGEMENT ECHELON
 
 
CHIEF DIRECTOR: TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT REF NO: WCMD 06/2025 
SALARY : R1 436 022 per annum (Level 14) 
CENTRE : Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate Degree (NQF 7) or higher qualification as recognised by SAQA; A minimum of 5 years experience at a Senior Managerial level; A valid driving licence/ Alternative mode of transport for a person with disabilities; Completion of Certificate for entry into the SMS (Senior Management Service) upon appointment. Recommendation: Post-graduate qualification in Public Management/ Alternate Dispute Resolution Qualification/ Law related. Experience on a Senior Management level in Traffic Law Enforcement/ Road Safety Management. Competencies: Extensive knowledge and working experience of all legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices; Proven knowledge of the following: Information Systems; Procurement and tendering processes; Policy development, and strategy management, monitoring and review processes; Modern systems of governance and administration; Global, Regional and Local political, economic and social affairs impacting on the provincial government of the Western Cape; Public Finance Management Act, National and Provincial Treasury Regulations, other financial policies, prescripts, directives, and collective agreements; Core Competencies: Strategic Capability and leadership, People Management and Empowerment, Programme and Project Management, Financial Management and Change Management; Skills: Accounting Finance and Audit; Information Technology; Formal Training; Economic, Statistical and Financial Analysis; Legal Administration; Strategic Planning; Knowledge Management; Collaborative Relationship Building; Business Acumen; Interpersonal; Presentation; Client Orientation. 
 
DUTIES : Line management will entail the following: To manage an effective Traffic Law Enforcement Service; Provide lifelong quality outcomes-based learning programmes to traffic policing agencies; Ensure integration of all Road Safety interventions and greater voluntary compliance by road users with road rules and regulations; Strategic Management; Change Management; People Management; Actively participate and oversee the Financial Management practices of the chief directorate. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr. D Jacobs Tel No: (021) 483 3900 
APPLICATIONS : To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co

OTHER POSTS
 
 
SYSTEM SUPPORT COORDINATOR: ICT MANAGEMENT SERVICES REF NO: WCMD 02/2025 
SALARY : R444 036 per annum (Level 09) 
CENTRE : Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : 3-year National Diploma/B-degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years experience in an ICT/ management environment; A valid (Code B) or higher driving licence. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply. Recommendation: Experience in an ICT/ management environment. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Information Systems Technology and Software; Working procedures in terms of the working environment; Configuration Management processes; Data Management; Network Hardware, Protocols, and Standards; Public Management and Administration; Skills needed: Written and verbal communication skills; Proven computer literacy; Analytical thinking; interpersonal skills; Effective supervisory abilities; Policy formulation expertise; Office planning proficiency; Politically correct and sensitive skills; Management capabilities; Innovative thinking; Ability to interpret and apply policy; Systematic approach; Planning and organisational skills; Leadership qualities; Human Resource Development abilities; Capacity to work under pressure; Self-motivated; Professional approach to service delivery; Value-adding mindset; Presentation skills; Problem-solving and analytical skills. 
 
DUTIES : Oversee and manage the GMT ICT component and resources responsible for ICT products, installation, troubleshooting and maintenance of GMTICT systems and information and project management; Ensure the management of the ICT (GMT) projects; Manage GMT ICT SLA’s with external service providers; Manage Human Resources; Determine and Communicate Financial requirements associated with ICT Procurement and Projects. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr C. Kriegler Tel No: (021) 467 4745 
APPLICATIONS : To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 
 
 
 
 
 
STATE ACCOUNTANT: MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING REF NO: WCMD 04/2025 
SALARY : R376 413 per annum (Level 08) 
CENTRE : Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : 3-year National Diploma/B-degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years experience in an ICT/ management environment; A valid (Code B) or higher driving licence. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply. Recommendation: Experience in an ICT/ management environment. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Information Systems Technology and Software; Working procedures in terms of the working environment; Configuration Management processes; Data Management; Network Hardware, Protocols, and Standards; Public Management and Administration; Skills needed: Written and verbal communication skills; Proven computer literacy; Analytical thinking; interpersonal skills; Effective supervisory abilities; Policy formulation expertise; Office planning proficiency; Politically correct and sensitive skills; Management capabilities; Innovative thinking; Ability to interpret and apply policy; Systematic approach; Planning and organisational skills; Leadership qualities; Human Resource Development abilities; Capacity to work under pressure; Self-motivated; Professional approach to service delivery; Value-adding mindset; Presentation skills; Problem-solving and analytical skills. 
 
DUTIES : Oversee and manage the GMT ICT component and resources responsible for ICT products, installation, troubleshooting and maintenance of GMTICT systems and information and project management; Ensure the management of the ICT (GMT) projects; Manage GMT ICT SLA’s with external service providers; Manage Human Resources; Determine and Communicate Financial requirements associated with ICT Procurement and Projects. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr C. Kriegler Tel No: (021) 467 4745 
APPLICATIONS : To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 
 
 
 
 
PRINCIPAL PROVINCIAL INSPECTOR: LECTURER REF NO: WCMD 08/2025 (X2 POSTS) 
SALARY : R376 413 per annum (Level 08) 
CENTRE : Western 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 6-10 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: Operational functioning of the Directorate Traffic Training and Development; National Qualifications Framework(NQF); South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA); Outcome-based education (OBE) principles; Departmental Workplace Skills Plan (WSP);National Road Traffic Amendment Act, 2008 (Act 64 of 2008); National Road Traffic Regulations, 2000; National Road Traffic Regulations, 2000;Criminal Procedure Act, 1977 (Act 51 of 1977); Skills needed: Computer literacy; Written and verbal communication; Research; Interpersonal; Training and Facilitation; Presentation; Mentoring and Coaching; Interpretation; Observation; Planning; Organising; Monitoring; People Management; Decision-making; Results and Quality Management Problem-solving; Writing and Reporting; Motivational; Analytical Operational; Innovation.
 
DUTIES : Plan and coordinate traffic officer training; Provide inputs to improve learning material, facilitation techniques and resources; Facilitation of training in accordance with outcome-based education (OBE) principles; Assessment of learners; Supervisory functions. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms J Tweedie Tel No: (021) 983 1500 
APPLICATIONS : To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 
 
 
 
 
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER: NATIS TRAINING REF NO: WCMD 26/2024 R1 
SALARY : R376 413 per annum (Level 08) 
CENTRE : Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years relevant NaTIS and administrative experience; A valid code B or higher driving license, or alternative mode of transport for people with disabilities. Recommendation: Certificate in Occupationally Directed Education Training and Development Practices (ODETD). Competencies: Knowledge of the following: National Road Traffic Act, 1996 (Act 93 of1996) and the National Road Traffic Regulations, 2000; National and Provincial NaTIS Security Policy; National Traffic Information System (NaTIS); Skills in the following: Numeracy; Computer Literacy; Language skills; Project Management; Accounting, Finance and Audit; Economic Financial and Statistical Analysis; Presentation; Legal Administration; Proven Facilitation skills; People Management.
 
DUTIES : Supervise and coordinate the activities relating to NaTIS training; Facilitate training for NaTIS users in the Western Cape; Supervise all the activities relating to the auditing of NaTIS transactions and other key tasks performed by internal NaTIS users; Supervisory functions 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr BD Ellie Tel No: (021) 483 2828 
APPLICATIONS : To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co  
 
 
 
 
 
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER: ENATIS SUPPORT CENTRE REF NO: WCMD 01/2025 (X2 POSTS) 
SALARY : R308 154 per annum (Level 07) 
CENTRE : Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 1 year administrative support experience in an eNaTIS Support Centre working environment. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: National Road Traffic Act, 1996 (Act 93 of1996) and the National Road Traffic Regulations, 2000; National and Provincial eNaTIS Security Policy; National Traffic Information System(eNaTIS); Principles and processes for providing customer and personal services; Principles in planning, resource allocation, human resources, leadership, production methods and coordination of people; General office administration and database management; General support systems; Information and Record Management/Administration; Administrative procedures and processes; Computer-based information systems; Procurement processes; Financial administration; Understand the functioning, systems and processes of government; Skills needed: Written and verbal communication; Proven computer literacy; Project Management; Accounting, Finance and Audit; Economic, Financial and Statistical Analysis; Legal Administration; Applied Strategic Thinking; Creative Thinking; Decision Making; Problem Analysis; Technical Proficiency; Problem-solving. 
 
DUTIES : Handle eNaTIS hardware, network and software calls; Administer aspects related to the roll-out of new eNaTIS software releases; Facilitate the establishment and relocation of NaTIS sites; Update the NaTIS asset register; Handle driving licence enrolment units hardware, network and software calls. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr BD Ellie Tel No: (021) 483 2828 
APPLICATIONS : To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co  
 
 
 
 
 
 
PERSONAL ASSISTANT: FLEET SERVICES REF NO: WCMD 03/2025 
SALARY : R308 154 per annum (Level 07) 
CENTRE : Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government
 
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification) plus an accredited secretarial diploma and/or administrative qualification on the level of NQF level 5 or relevant higher tertiary qualification; A minimum of 3 years experience in rendering a support service to management/ senior management. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Relevant legislation, policies, prescripts and procedures; Office Administration; Database Management; Information and Records Management; Procurement processes; Financial administration; Functioning, systems and processes of government; General information support systems such as GoFin/BAS and ECM Livelink/SharePoint; Skills needed: Written and verbal communication; Computer literacy; Client liaison and networking; Report Writing; Research Problem Solving; Good telephone etiquette; High level of reliability; Ability to communicate well with people at different levels and from different backgrounds; Ability to act with tact and discretion; Ability to do research and analyse documents and situations; Good grooming and presentation; Self-management and motivation 
 
DUTIES : Provides a secretarial/receptionist support service to the Director; Renders administrative support services; Provides support to Director regarding meetings; Supports the Director with the administration of the Director’s budget; Studies the relevant public service and departmental prescripts/policies and other documents and ensure that the application thereof is understood properly. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr A Janse Van Rensburg Tel No: (021) 467 4701 
APPLICATIONS : To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 
 
 
 
 
ADMINISTRATION CLERK: GOVERNMENT MOTOR TRANSPORT: MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES REF NO: WCMD 09/2025 
SALARY : R308 154 per annum (Level 07) 
CENTRE : Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification); A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply. Recommendation: Relevant administrative support experience in a government motor transport environment, supporting an ICT management services section. Competencies: A good understanding of the following: Legislative framework governing the public service; Working procedures in terms of the working environment; Proficiency in administrative duties, data entry, computer operations and statistics collection; Skills needed: Computer literacy; Written and verbal communication; Planning and organising; Interpersonal relations 
 
DUTIES : ICT goods and services procurement; Compile and maintain governance documents and registers; Prepare monthly and quarterly ICT reports; Serve as secretariat for ICT management services meetings; General administration. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr C Kriegler Tel No: (021) 467 4745 
APPLICATIONS : To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co