Job Description

Closing Date

2025/10/20

Reference Number

WCG250909-4

Tracking Number

WCMD 100/2025

Job Title

Assistant Director: Land Transport Integration and Oversight, Ref No. WCMD 100/2025

Department

Western Cape Mobility Department

Salary level

9

Enquiries

Ms Nicola Abrahams at (021) 483 7848

Job Type

Permanent

Location - Country

South Africa

Location - Province

Western Cape

Location - Town / City

Cape Town, CBD

Job Purpose

The Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government (WCG) have an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to render support with the implementation of land transport services in the Metro and West Coast region. The successful incumbent must be able to work under pressure, 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 3 years relevant experience; A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence.

NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

Assist in the provisioning of integrated public transport services and/or Infrastructure within the metro and non-metro municipalities i.e. all modes of transport (land based); Assist in the coordination and provisioning of project support to enable land transport integration; Assist in managing adherence to legislation and policy in terms of National Land Transport Act (in line with PFMA prescripts); Assist in sound financial management controls; Managerial functions; It will be advantageous to have supervisory level experience.

Competencies

Knowledge of the following:

Legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions; Transport related regulatory, legislation policies and frameworks; Implementation of land transport services in the Metro and West Coast region; Project management; Operational management practices; Procurement and tendering processes; Policy development, and operational management, monitoring and review processes; Public service procedures, processes and systems; Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), 1999, National Treasury Regulations, Provincial Treasury Instructions, other financial policies, prescripts, directives and collective agreements.

Skills needed:

Numeracy; Literacy; Computer Literacy; Project Management; Accounting, Finance and Audit; Planning; Organising; Analytical; Report-writing; Written and verbal communication; Presentation; Inter-personal; Problem-solving; Supervisory; Ability to work under pressure; Willingness to work irregular hours to meet tight deadlines.

Remuneration

R 468 459 - R 561 894 per annum (Salary level 9)

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 enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.



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Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00

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086 137 0214

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