Nquthu Municipality

UMASIPALA WASE NQUTHU

Applications are invited for the following positions based within the boundaries of Nquthu Local Municipality.

Department: Corporate & Community Services

Traffic Officer (2 Posts)

Salary: R249 585.90 per annum, plus benefits such as Medical Aid, Pension Fund, and 13th Cheque (Task Grade: 09)

Reference Number: MCKZ242CORP040

Employment Type: Permanent

Key Requirements:

A Grade 12 Certificate
A Traffic Officers Diploma
Registration as a Traffic Officer with the Department of Transport
A Code B/EB driver’s licence
A Grade B driving licence Examiner will be an added advantage
Peace Officer Certificate/valid SAPS clearance (SAPS69i) not older than 4 months
Minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience
Ability to communicate in both isiZulu and English
Problem-solving skills, writing skills, computer knowledge, and knowledge of NRTA 93/96
Be physically fit and able-bodied
No criminal records or pending cases

Key Performance Areas:

The Traffic Officer will be responsible for a wide range of duties focused on law enforcement, traffic management, and public safety. These include:

Enforcing laws and municipal bylaws to ensure compliance and safety on roads and public areas.
Coordinating activities to control traffic flow and enhance public safety.
Performing traffic control and escort duties, including point duties during peak times or events.
Processing warrants of arrest and carrying out other traffic-related responsibilities as needed.
Communicating with the control room to address traffic bottlenecks caused by accidents, breakdowns, or congestion, especially during festive seasons.
Using hand signals to direct drivers and pedestrians, divert traffic, stop vehicles, and manage flow effectively.
Interacting with the control room for specific services and patrolling areas to communicate with offenders.
Collaborating with the South Africa Police Services (SAPS) control room to facilitate arrests for serious offenses.
Participating in routine checks by stopping vehicles and inspecting driver’s licences, vehicle registration, and roadworthiness to enforce road safety rules.
Issuing fines, warnings, and summons to offenders, and executing warrants of arrest.
Performing any other functions as directed by the Chief Traffic Officer and supervisors.
Setting up and operating speed timing devices, stopping offenders, and providing evidence such as electronic recordings before issuing fines or summons.
Attending to documentation and notification procedures, serving summons, compliance orders, executing warrants of arrest, and preparing statements.
Attending court sessions and providing evidence to support charges and defend actions.
Monitoring local areas for security operations, acting on inappropriate situations or behaviors.
Patrolling streets and suburbs to identify non-conforming practices.
Responding to distress calls or crime-in-progress information by communicating with the control room to locate and handle situations, including crowd control and arrests.
Communicating with offenders and coordinating with control rooms, SAPS, EMRS, or Fire services for serious offenses.
Capturing data for all infringements into relevant systems.
Assisting the pound master or rangers in impounding cattle on public roads.
Completing specific reports, statutory documentation, and registers as required.
Recording statements from witnesses and offenders or detailing traffic and other related offenses before issuing fines.
Updating the occurrence book with details of incidents and activities, and completing procedural documentation such as vehicle log sheets, time sheets, statements, and inspection checklists.
Adhering to legislation in terms of the Road Traffic Act 93/96 requirements.
Using hand signals to communicate with drivers and pedestrians for directing, diverting, stopping, and controlling traffic flow.
Performing basic examiner duties and other traffic section-related tasks when required by the supervisor.
Carrying out any other lawful duties as instructed by superiors.

Closing Date:

07 November 2025

The selected candidate will be required to disclose all financial interests, sign a Contract of Employment, and enter into a Performance Agreement. They will also undergo security vetting. Canvassing with councillors or officials regarding these positions will result in disqualification. The municipality is committed to implementing its Employment Equity Plan, and suitably qualified women are encouraged to apply.

For enquiries, please contact the Director: Corporate & Community Services, Mrs K.C. Shabalala, at (034) 271 6115.

If you do not hear from the Municipality within 30 days of the closing date, please consider your application as unsuccessful.

We wish you all the best with your application.

Traffic Officer Vacancies at Nquthu Municipality (2 Posts)