TRAFFIC OFFICERS X 6 POSTS (PUBLIC SAFETY)
Employer: uMhlathuze Local Municipality
BASIC SALARY: R 282 099.72 – R 361 110.96 per annum
Closing date: 05 October 2022
Requirements;
– Matric or Gr 12, ( An NQF Level 6 Qualification will be an added advantage),
– A basic Traffic Officers Diploma (issued by an approved Traffic Training Centre) Or Equivalent;
– A driving license for a manual transmission vehicle (At least a Code EC);
Proof of registration or eligibility as an authorised officer (Registration Certificate with infrastructure number from the National Department of Transport/RTMC);
– 2 years’ working experience.
– Eligibility to obtain a competency certificate for appointment as a Peace Officer;
– Eligibility to obtain a firearm competency certificate;
– Successful candidates must comply with competency and registration requirements for authorised officers under the National Road Traffic Act 93 of 1996;
– Medical certificate as proof that the candidate is fit to undergo any strenuous exercises.
– Candidates must be able to drive a motor vehicle and will therefore be subjected to a driving evaluation/assessment.
– Candidate accept that they will from time to time be required to work overtime (involuntary overtime work).
– NB! Appointment is subject to meeting the essential requirements and all special conditions applicable to the post
Responsibilities
– Enforce road safety and traffic regulations including by-laws;
– Control and direct traffic on roadways, at intersections, accidents, school points, funeral escorts and other purposes;
– Serve summonses on offenders or execute the warrants of arrest;
– Co-ordinate specific functions associated with public safety, traffic control, law enforcement and free flow of traffic;
– Monitor local area and act on situations deemed inappropriate
APPLICATIONS
All applicants must forward THEIR COMPLETED APPLICATION FORMS, comprehensive CV and qualifications (Preferably in English) to the: Deputy Municipal Manager: Corporate Services. Alternatively, please drop off applications at: Richards Bay Civic Centre Reception desk, Nseleni Rates Hall, Esikhaleni Rates Hall, Empangeni Civic Centre, Vulindlela Rates Hall, Ngwelezane Rates Hall/ Library.
