Radio Operator: Law Enforcement Operations
WESTERN CAPE MOBILITY DEPARTMENT
Overview
Operate radio communication equipment to transmit and receive messages accurately and efficiently. Ensure quality assurance with the maintenance of radio communication equipment.
Requirements
- Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification)
- Certification in radio communication or related fields
- 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 s ystems 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
Responsibilities
- 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
How to apply
Application instructions from the official source
Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
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