Radio Operator: Traffic Law Enforcement Operations (Various Posts Available In Different Components)

Western Cape Government; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 210,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Cape Government is seeking a Radio Communications Officer to operate and maintain the Directorate's radio systems, ensuring accurate transmission and reception of messages in traffic law enforcement contexts.

The role requires a Senior Certificate or equivalent and a certification in radio communication; you will monitor equipment, apply QA practices, and keep records, while adapting to new technologies and procedures within the Directorate.

Qualifications

• Senior certificate or equivalent qualification.
• Certification in radio communication or related fields.
• Experience operating radio systems in a law enforcement environment is advantageous.
• Ability to maintain records and comply with procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate radio communication equipment to transmit and receive messages accurately and efficiently.
• Ensure quality assurance with maintenance of radio communication equipment.
• Remain abreast of new communication technologies, policies and development relevant to the Directorate.
• Record keeping and filling.

Skills

Policy knowledge

Radio operations

RF principles

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Record keeping

Education

Grade 12 / Senior Certificate

Certification in radio communication

Job description

Minimum Requirements

Grade (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification); Certification in radio communication or related fields.

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

Operate radio communication equipment to transmit and receive messages accurately and efficiently; Ensure quality assurance with the maintenance of radio communication equipment; Remain abreast of new communication technologies, policies and emerging development relevant to the Directorate; Record Keeping and Filling;

Competencies

Knowledge in the following: Implement relevant policies and prescripts; manage the operational functioning of the Directorate Traffic Law Enforcement; operate radio communication systems in a traffic law enforcement environment; manage radio communication systems and protocols; use additional communication technologies and systems; manage radio frequency (RF) principles and practices; operate and maintain communication equipment, including transceivers and antennas; use communication software and logging tools; perform work procedures relevant to the working environment; use internal departmental technological systems for communication monitoring, information capturing and operational coordination; use internal departmental technological systems and communication platforms for operational coordination, information capturing and communication monitoring within the Directorate;

Skills: use computer systems effectively; plan and organise activities; communicate effectively in the required language; communicate verbally to a high standard; maintain attention to detail;

Other: provide customer care; compile reports; solve problems; demonstrate creative thinking; make sound decisions; interpret information accurately; work effectively under pressure; make quick decisions in high-stress situations; follow emergency response procedures and radio etiquette; work irregular hours when required; meet tight deadlines.

Remuneration

R - R per annum (Salary Level 5).

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.