KZN Department of Transport Hiring 67 Provincial Inspectors: Apply Now!

The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Transport is offering a fantastic career opportunity for qualified traffic officers. With 67 provincial inspector positions available across multiple regions, this is your chance to join the team dedicated to ensuring road safety and law enforcement in the province.

Location: 21 February 2025 at 16h00

Job Overview

• Position: Provincial Inspector (X67 Posts)
• Salary: R255 450 per annum (Level 06)
• Regions & Posts Available:

Empangeni Region (14 Posts)

• Empangeni: 3 posts (Ref No: DOT 306/2025)
• Nongoma: 1 post (Ref No: DOT 307/2025)
• Mtubatuba: 3 posts (Ref No: DOT 308/2025)
• Vryheid: 3 posts (Ref No: DOT 309/2025)
• Ulundi: 4 posts (Ref No: DOT 310/2025)

Durban Region (40 Posts)

• Groutville: 1 post (Ref No: DOT 311/2025)
• Port Shepstone: 8 posts (Ref No: DOT 312/2025)
• Pinetown: 22 posts (Ref No: DOT 313/2025)
• Umdloti: 5 posts (Ref No: DOT 314/2025)
• Winkelspruit: 4 posts (Ref No: DOT 315/2025)

Pietermaritzburg Region (11 Posts)

• Ixopo: 1 post (Ref No: DOT 316/2025)
• Pietermaritzburg: 5 posts (Ref No: DOT 317/2025)
• Umzimkhulu: 5 posts (Ref No: DOT 318/2025)

Ladysmith Region (2 Posts)

• Dundee: 2 posts (Ref No: DOT 319/2025)

Requirements

To qualify for these positions, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Educational Qualification: Senior Certificate
• Driver’s License: Minimum Code B
• Additional Qualification: Basic Traffic Officers Diploma
• Experience: At least one year of practical experience in law enforcement
• Criminal Record: Must possess no criminal record

Key Skills & Knowledge Required

• Understanding of road traffic and public transport legislation
• Knowledge of vehicle inspections and impoundment
• Completion of law enforcement documents
• Firearm and Ammunition Act knowledge
• Code of Conduct and Dangerous Goods regulations
• Operational guidelines on law enforcement equipment
• Customer relationship management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills (at least two provincial languages)
• Negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Driving and legal evidential skills

Key Responsibilities

Successful candidates will be responsible for:

• Enforcing road traffic and transport legislation
• Examining driver’s licenses and motor vehicles
• Monitoring compliance at Driver License Testing Centres (DLTC) and Vehicle Testing Stations (VTS)
• Conducting visible traffic control and crime prevention activities
• Performing administrative and related duties

How to Apply

Applicants are encouraged to apply via the KZN online e-Recruitment system at www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs. Alternatively, candidates may submit a hardcopy application as directed.

For further assistance, visit the Designated Online Application Centres (DOACs) where staff will help with applications. The list of DOACs is available on the recruitment website.

Application Submission:

• Email/Online: Apply via www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs
• Hand-delivered applications:
  • Office of the Department of Transport, Inkosi Mhlabunzima Maphumulo House, 172 Burger Street, Pietermaritzburg.
• Postal Applications:
  • Recruitment & Selection Section, Human Resource Administration Directorate, Private Bag X9043, Pietermaritzburg, 3200

Closing Date

21 February 2025 at 16h00 Late applications will not be considered.

Enquiries

• Mr. V Chetty: Tel No: (033) 355 8880
• For Attention: Mr. B Hornsby

This is a great opportunity to serve your community while advancing your career in law enforcement. Apply now and take the first step towards a rewarding career with the **KwaZulu-Natal Department of Transport