Administration · Circular 32 of 2026
Administrative Officer: PRE Service Delivery (ATHLONE)
Western Cape Mobility Department
Overview
Administrative officer supporting operating licence application processing and committee hearings at the Western Cape Mobility Department in Athlone.
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.
How to apply
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
Enquiries: Mr HMF Kirkwood Tel No: (021) 483 8970
Notes
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. 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-preentryprogramme . 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
Post 32/408, sourced from the DPSA Circular 32 of 2026. Apply directly to Western Cape Mobility Department by 28 September 2026, quoting reference NO: WCMD 117/2025 R1. This is an unofficial index; the advert in the circular is authoritative.
- Location
- Athlone, Western Cape
- Salary
- R338 106 – R398 277 p/a · Level 7
- Closing date
- 28 September 2026 Closed
- Reference
- NO: WCMD 117/2025 R1
Apply directly to the department, by the closing date, quoting the reference.