This vacancy has closed. It closed on 17 July 2026 and is kept here for reference only.

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: FREIGHT

Department of Police

Western Cape Mobility Department

Reference number: WCMD 14/2026
Salary: R487 197 - R573 897 per annum (Level 09)
Centre: Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government.
Province: Western Cape
Closing date: 17 July 2026
Circular: No 23 of 2026

Requirements

An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or higher). A 3-years’ relevant experience in a freight service or related working environment. A valid driver’s license, or alternative mode of transport for people with disabilities. Competencies: Knowledge of and working experience with the legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions; Knowledge and understanding of the facilitation and coordination of freight services; Knowledge and understanding of the development of strategies, frameworks, guidelines, norms and standards for freight; Knowledge and understanding of the development of freight plans, reports, etc; Knowledge and understanding of the National Transport Act (Act 5 of 2009); Knowledge and understanding of information systems that aid in the management of knowledge and information pertaining to the line function; Knowledge and understanding of project management; Knowledge of operational management practices; Knowledge and understanding of procurement and tendering processes; Knowledge and understanding of policy development, and operational management, monitoring and review processes; Knowledge and understanding of modern systems of governance and administration; Knowledge and understanding of public service procedures, processes and systems; Knowledge and understanding of the regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on the provincial government of the Western Cape; Knowledge and understanding of Constitutional, legal and institutional arrangements governing the South African public sector; Knowledge and understanding of public finance, human resources and discourse management processes. Knowledge and understanding of the Public Finance Management Act (Act 1 of 1999), National Treasury Regulations, Provincial Treasury Instructions, other financial policies, prescripts, directives and collective agreements; Knowledge and understanding of the functioning of the Province and the activities of sister departments/related functional areas; Knowledge and understanding of the policies of the government of the day; Knowledge and understanding of Labour Relations legislation and regulations; Knowledge and understanding of performance management in general.

Duties

Participate in the planning, execution and project management of the freight and logistics initiatives emanating from the WCG Freight Strategy and other strategic documents; Contribute to the development of transport/freight frameworks, guidelines and strategy documents; Engage and coordinate with stakeholders to support the achievement of provincial freight objectives; Identify, source and analyse freight logistics data and information; Assist in the optimisation and usage of designated corridors/routes for the efficient movement of goods within, into and out of the province; Conduct desktop research on matters relating to land transport; Responsible for operational, financial and people management.

Where to send your application

Complete application forms must be hand-delivered to: South African Police Service, Customs House Building, Lower Heerengracht Street, Cape Town, 8000, posted to Private Bag X9004, Cape Town, 8000, emailed to: Recruitment84@saps.gov.za Recruitment88@saps.gov.za Recruitment94@saps.gov.za Recruitment93@saps.gov.za Recruitment92@saps.gov.za Recruitment82@saps.gov.za

Enquiries

Ms C. Gallant Tel No: (021) 483 6906 or email: Corrine.Gallant@westerncape.gov.za

Note

Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. 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.

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 23 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 3 July 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 9 September 2026.

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