Security · Circular 29 of 2026

Provincial Inspectors

Department of Transport Safety and Liaison

Overview

Provincial Inspectors are needed across multiple Northern Cape towns to enforce road traffic legislation and perform vehicle examinations.

Requirements

  • Matric Certificate or Grade 12 Valid code B driving Licence with manual transmission Traffic Officer Diploma accredited by a Traffic Training Institution approved by the Road Traffic Management Corporation.
  • Computer Literate.
  • Be medically fit and be able to work under strenuous conditions SAPS Clearance Certificate- No criminal record or pending case.
  • Be willing to be vetted.
  • Knowledge and Skills: Good record and resource management.
  • Good customer relationship management abilities.
  • Completion of law enforcement documents Knowledge and understanding of road traffic and public transport legislation, policies and guidelines.
  • Knowledge of vehicle inspections and vehicle impoundment.
  • Knowledge of firearm and ammunition Act 60/2000 Code of conduct within the Public Service Knowledge of overload control and escort duties.
  • Knowledge of operational guidelines on law enforcement equipment.
  • Ability to work under pressure.
  • Good observation skills (moving violations/defects).
  • Good driving and negotiation skills.
  • Sound interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
  • Good written and verbal communication skills in at least two of the provincial official languages.

Duties

  • Enforce Road Traffic, Public Passenger and Transport legislations.
  • Examine driver licences and motor vehicles and vehicle testing stations.
  • Provide visible Traffic Control/ Policing and promote crime prevention activities.
  • Perform all administrative activities and related duties

How to apply

Applications stating the relevant reference number must be sent to: Head of Department: Department of Transport, Safety and Liaison, Ocean Echo Building, Cnr Sidney and Lennox Street, P.O.Box 1368, Kimberley, 8300. All applications should be submitted using the link below: https://form.jotform.com/262162131067549 FOR ATTENTION : Ms.J.J.Jafta

Enquiries: Ms N. Joka at 076 521 4735

Notes

NB: Applicant may be transferred/ deployed to any station within the province where the need is identify, at the discretion of the department Note: Youth and Woman are encouraged to apply Note" in line with DPSA Circular 19 of 2022, applicants are required to submit the new employment Z83 form which can be downloaded at www.dpsa.gov.za- vacancies or obtained at any government. A recently updated, comprehensive CV, with at least two (2) contactable references should accompany the fully completed and signed new (Z83) form. "Note" in line with DPSA Circular 19 of 2022, applicants are submitting Z83 and CV Only. The provision of certified copies of qualifications will only be required from shortlisted candidates for submission on or before the day of the interview. Shortlisted applicants will be subjected to qualification verification, reference checking, security screening and vetting. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit proof of RSA Citizenship/Permanent Resident permit. Should you be in possession of a foreign qualification, it is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) and to provide proof of such evaluation only when shortlisted. Correspondence will be limited to successful candidates only. Short-listed candidates will be expected to avail themselves at the Department’s convenience. The department reserves the right not to make appointments to the advertised posts. Incomplete applications, applications received after the closing date or applications without SAQA verification reports for foreign qualifications will not be considered. It is important to note that it is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that all information and attachments in support of the application are submitted by the due date. Each application for employment form (Z83) must be duly signed and initialled by the applicant. Failure to sign this form may lead to disqualification during the selection process. Applications submitted using the old Z83, as well as not submitting the required documents will result in the application not being considered. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One of which shall be a practical exercise, and the other shall be an Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment. All applications, including those submitted via registered mail must reach the department before 16:00 on the day of the closing date; late applications will not be considered. OTHER POST

Post 29/271, sourced from the DPSA Circular 29 of 2026. Apply directly to Department of Transport Safety and Liaison by 28 August 2026. This is an unofficial index; the advert in the circular is authoritative.

Location
Kimberley, Northern Cape
Salary
R280 278 – R330 162 p/a · Level 6
Closing date
28 August 2026
Reference
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How to apply →

Apply directly to the department, by the closing date, quoting the reference.