Assistant Chief - SWAT (Traffic, Law Enforcement/Director - Metro Police)

City of Cape Town; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 1 308 000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in Cape Town is seeking an Assistant Chief - SWAT to manage and coordinate policing operations. The ideal candidate should possess a relevant degree and a minimum of 8 years’ experience in policing, including managerial and supervisory roles. Key responsibilities include leading operations, managing budgets, and ensuring effective relationships with service providers. This position offers a competitive salary and contributes to the safety of the community.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in a Policing or similar environment.
• 5 years managerial and 3 years supervisory experience in a Policing environment.
• Registered as Peace Officer.

Responsibilities

• Manage, lead and coordinate policing operations within the City of Cape Town.
• Plan, monitor and control budget; oversee theft and loss.
• Ensure good working relations between the City and external service providers.

Skills

Computer literacy in MS Office Applications

Proficiency in two of the official languages of the Western Cape

Report Writing and presentation skills

Knowledge of relevant legislations, regulations and policies

Valid Driver’s licence (at least code B)

Education

Relevant Degree/B Tech in Policing or similar field

Job description

Assistant Chief - SWAT (Traffic, Law Enforcement/Director - Metro Police)

Eligibility: Internal and External

Closing Date: 23.12.2025

Reference Number: SS 83/25 Ext

Salary: TCOE: R 1 307 905 p.a T16

Department: Public Safety

Directorate: Safety And Security

Requirements

• Relevant Degree/B Tech in Policing or similar field
• Computer literacy in MS Office Applications
• Proficiency in two of the official languages of the Western Cape (one of which is English)
• Report Writing and presentation skills
• Knowledge of all relevant legislations, regulations and policies
• Valid Driver’s licence (at least code B)
• No criminal record or illicit activity recorded
• Must qualify to be registered (appointed) as a member of Municipal Police Service, as per Regulation 11 of the South African Police Service Amendment Act, 1995 (Act. 68 of 1995) or must achieve such within 18 months after appointment
• Registered as Peace Officer
• A minimum of 8 years’ experience in a Policing or similar environment (including 5 years managerial and 3 years supervisory experience in a Policing or similar environment)

Key Performance Areas

• Manage, lead and co-ordinate policing operations within the City of Cape Town.
• Manage personnel and performance within the functional unit/area.
• Plan, monitor and control the operating and capital budget; monitor and control theft and loss within the functional unit/area.
• Coordinate the drafting of reports within the functional unit/area.
• Ensure good working relations between the City of Cape Town and its external service providers e.g Independent Complaints Directorate and South African Police Service.
• Manage and monitor the consolidation, processing and presentation of all relevant data (COMSTATS).
• Manage training and skills development and the transfer of