Administrative Officer: Land Transport Safety Operations, Ref No. WCMD 07/2026

Job Purpose

The Western Cape Mobility Department, a Western Cape Government entity, is offering an opportunity for a qualified and competent individual to provide administrative support in assessing and evaluating transport safety, as well as identifying safety interventions. The successful candidate must be able to work under pressure, demonstrate a willingness to work irregular hours, and meet tight deadlines.

Minimum Requirements

An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); a minimum of 1–years relevant administrative support experience. Experience within a road safety environment will be an advantage. A valid driver’s license or alternative mode of transport for people with disabilities.

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

Render line administrative support services to the sub-directorate. Provide support services to meetings, planning sessions and workshops. Render research support services. Render financial support services.

Competencies

Knowledge of the following: Transport-related regulatory legislation, policies and frameworks; Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), 1999; National Treasury Regulations; Provincial Treasury Instructions; and other financial policies, prescripts, directives and collective agreements. Project management; Operational management practices; procurement and tendering processes; Public service procedures, processes and systems; General office administration and database management; general support systems. Information and Record Management/Administration; administrative procedures and processes; Computer-based information systems, people management legislation, prescripts, and regulations.

Skills needed: Numeracy, literacy, computer literacy, project management, accounting, finance, and audit, economic, financial, and statistical analysis, legal administration, basic research, analytical, organizing, planning, time management, and problem-solving.

Remuneration

R 338 106 – R 398 277 per annum (Salary level 7)

Note on remuneration: In addition, service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc.) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to do a practical and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. 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 inquiries 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.

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