Administrative Officer: Pre Service Delivery (Athlone), Ref No. WCMD 117/2025 R1

Job Purpose

The Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government, has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to administer applications for operating licenses. The successful incumbent must be able to work under pressure, willingness to work irregular hours and meet tight deadlines.

Minimum Requirements

3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 1 year administrative support experience in an operating license processing working environment.

Recommendation

None.### Key Performance Areas

Render support with the processing of operating license applications; Perform communication duties; Coordinate attendance of committee hearings; Render effective utilisation of the PTRS System; Render supervisory functions.

Competencies

Knowledge in the following: National Land Transport Act (Act No.5 of 2009); Road Transportation Act (Act No. 74 of 1977); Western Cape Road Transportation Amendment Law Act (Act No. 8 of 1996); National Land Transport Regulations of 2009; Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), National Treasury Regulations, Provincial Treasury Instructions, guidelines; Processing of applications foroperating licenses; Preparation of cases and the presentation thereofff at adjudication meetings; preparation of cases for the cancellation of operating licenses; Information and Record Management/Administration; Understanding in how to notify operators of renewals.

Skills needed: Numeracy; Literacy; Computer Literacy; Written and verbal communication; Project Management; Accounting, Finance and Audit; Economic, Financial and Statistical Analysis; Legal Administration; Reporting ; Problem-solving; Planning; Organising; Research; Ability to work under pressure; Willingness to work irregular hours and meet tight deadlines.

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 attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and will be required to submit duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the timeframe communicated by the WCG and prior to the interview date. Failure to provide the required duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the prescribed timeframe, without reasonable justification, may result in the shortlisted candidate not being considered further in the current recruitment and selection process.

All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. 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.

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.

Attachments (if applicable)