This vacancy has closed. It closed on 28 August 2026 and is kept here for reference only.
SENIOR PROVINCIAL INSPECTOR
Department of Transport
- Reference number
- DOT 164/2026
- Salary
- R338 106 per annum (Level 07)
- Centre
- Road Traffic Inspectorate, Park Rynie
- Province
- KwaZulu-Natal
- Closing date
- 28 August 2026
- Circular
- No 29 of 2026
Requirements
A Senior Certificate; plus Basic Traffic Officer’s Diploma; plus Registered as a Traffic Officer; plus A minimum of 3 - 5 years practical experience as a Provincial Inspector; plus A valid driving licence (minimum code B); plus Applicants must possess no criminal record. Knowledge, Skills and Competencies Required: Knowledge and understanding of road traffic and Public Transport legislation, policies and regulations. Knowledge of vehicle inspections, vehicle impoundment and completion of Law Enforcement documents. Knowledge of Firearm and Ammunition Act 60/2000, code of conduct, dangerous goods and Departmental policies. Knowledge of guidelines from Director of Public Prosecutions, departmental guidelines on overload control and escort duties Transport Handbook (TRH) 11. Knowledge of operational guidelines on law enforcement equipment. Records, resource and customer relationship management skills. Literacy skills (written and verbal communication skills in at least two of the provincial languages). Conflict resolution and driving skills. Negotiation, interpretation and legal evidential skills. Observation skills (moving violations/defects). Ability to work under pressure. Mentoring and coaching skills.
Duties
Management and supervision of subordinates (people management). Enforce Road Traffic, Public Passenger, Transport and other relevant legislation. Examine Driver’s Licences and Motor Vehicles and monitor compliance at Driver Licence Testing Centres (DLTC) and Vehicle Testing Stations (VTS). Provide visible Traffic Control/Policing and promote/ensure crime prevention activities. Perform all administrative activities and related duties. Assess road conditions. Mentor and coach Provincial Inspectors (PIs) on probation and appointed PIs.
Where to send your application
Applications/Address: Applicants are encouraged to apply for posts through the KZN online e-Recruitment system at www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs 172 Applicants may also visit any one of our Designated Online Application Centres (DOACs) where our friendly staff will assist you with applying for jobs on the KZN online e-Recruitment system or receiving your hardcopy application. You can find the list of Designated Online Application Centres (DOACS) at www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs Please note that applicants should only use one of the following methods when applying for a post: either through the online e-Recruitment system or submit a hardcopy application as directed. Forward your application, quoting the relevant reference number to: Recruitment & Selection Section, Human Resource Administration Directorate, Private Bag X9043, Pietermaritzburg, 3200. Applications may alternatively be hand-delivered to the Office of the Department of Transport, Inkosi Mhlabunzima Maphumulo House, 172 Burger Street, Pietermaritzburg. FOR ATTENTION : Mr B Hornsby
Enquiries
Mr VK Chetty Tel No: (033) 355 8880
Note
It is the intention of this Department to consider equity targets when filling these positions. Kindly note that the 24/7 Shift System will be applicable.
Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 29 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 14 August 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 9 September 2026.
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