Assistant Director (Walk-In-Centre: Vangate), Ref No. WCMD 45/2026

Western Cape Government; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 487,000 - 574,000; Full time

Job summary

The Western Cape Government's Mobility Department invites applications for an Assistant Director to manage the Walk-In Centre at Vangate in Cape Town. You will oversee centre operations, supervise staff, and ensure timely processing of licences and related applications under tight deadlines.

The successful candidate will hold a 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or higher) and at least 5 years of supervisory experience, with the ability to work under pressure and irregular

Qualifications

• 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or higher).
• Minimum of 5 years' supervisory experience.
• Ability to work under pressure and irregular hours.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Walk-In Centre at Vangate and oversee service centre operations.
• Attend committee meetings and hearings and perform managerial functions.
• Lead, coach and mentor staff while maintaining effective stakeholder relations.
• Plan resources, compile reports and ensure compliance with relevant legislation.

Skills

Supervisory experience

People management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

National Diploma/B-Degree or higher

Job description

Details

Closing Date 2026/10/19

Reference Number WCG260910-8

Tracking Number WCMD 45/2026

Job Title Assistant Director (Walk-In-Centre: Vangate), Ref No. WCMD 45/2026

Department Western Cape Mobility Department

Salary level 9

Enquiries Ms B Macmahon @ [phone]

Job Type Permanent

Location - Country South Africa

Location - Province Western Cape

Location - Town / City Cape Town

Job Purpose

The Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government (WCG) have an exciting employment opportunity for a suitable qualified and competent individual to manage the Walk-In Centre at Vangate. The successful incumbent must be able to work under pressure, willingness to work irregular hours and meet tight deadlines.

An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or higher qualification) ; A minimum of 5 years' supervisory experience.

Recommendation None.

Key Performance Areas

Management of the Service Centre; Management of the processing of applications; Attendance of committee and hearings; Managerial functions.

Knowledge of and working experience in:

Interpret and implement legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices relevant to the line functions; use information systems that support the management of knowledge and information relating to the line function; administer the National Land Transport Act (Act No. 5 of 2009); administer the Road Transportation Act (Act No. 74 of 1977); administer the Western Cape Road Transportation Amendment Law Act (Act No. 8 of 1996); implement the National Land Transport Regulations, 2009; manage the functions, activities, processes and procedures of a Walk-In-Centre; process applications for operating licences; manage financial management, monitoring and reporting procedures, systems and reports of the Directorate; perform general office administration and database management; manage financial processes in accordance with the Public Finance Management Act, 1999, National Treasury Regulations, Provincial Treasury Instructions and other applicable financial policies, prescripts, directives and collective agreements; perform numeracy, literacy and computer-related functions; manage projects; plan and organise activities and resources; compile and write reports; provide leadership; communicate effectively in writing and verbally; deliver presentations; influence and motivate stakeholders; analyse information and data; maintain effective interpersonal relationships; resolve conflicts; coach and mentor staff; work effectively under pressure; work irregular hours when required; meet tight deadlines.

Remuneration

R 487 197- R 573 897 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 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.

This project is an initiative of the Western Cape Government.