George Local Municipality Manager: Traffic Services Vacancy 2026

Opportunity Overview

The George Local Municipality invites applications for a permanent appointment as Manager: Traffic Services within its Directorate: Community Safety and Mobility. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned professional to lead and manage traffic services in George.

This vital role comes with a competitive annual salary package, along with a range of service benefits including Medical Aid, Pension, Housing Allowance (subject to prescribed requirements), a 13th Cheque, and Group Life Insurance. Additional perks such as a Cellphone and Vehicle Allowance are also provided, subject to prescribed requirements.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12
• Basic training qualification
• Code B driver's license
• No criminal record
• Firearm Proficiency
• Relevant degree or B-Tech / Policing degree
• 8 years or more relevant experience, inclusive of proven supervisory / managerial experience

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure relevant functional responsibilities are capable of recognizing critical goals and objectives, and align strategies to address legally sound traffic related practices.
• Ensure the delivery of the scope of services for the post.
• Ensure desired outcomes by constantly reviewing and adjusting critical performance indicators and establishing necessary measures to guide sectional plans.
• Ensure the smooth and effective operations of the Law Enforcement Section.
• Ensure that sound financial management practices are introduced, enforced, and controlled.
• Ensure that administrative sequences dictating reporting requirements and approval procedures are complied with, and documentation and correspondence are compiled through the provision of accurate information and circulated within specific time frames.
• Ensure a motivated and professional personnel corps is equipped to render a high standard of service delivery to the public.
• Ensure that the Traffic Law Enforcement Section delivers effective and accurate information to external and internal roles.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted electronically on the E-recruitment site.

• Visit the George Municipality website at www.george.gov.za.
• Navigate to the "Job Portal" section on the website.
• Register and apply online.
• Ensure that you follow the Assisting Guidelines, which can be accessed on the website under the Job Portal, before completing your online application.
• Check and verify the current status or progression of your application by referring to your "Inbox" tab on the Portal.
• Ensure that all the information on your profile is correct and all the necessary documents, including a comprehensive CV, are attached prior to submitting your job application. Applicants must complete all mandatory profile fields honestly and thoroughly.

The closing date for applications is 28 August 2026 at 16:30pm.