Are you passionate about community safety and looking for a flexible opportunity to contribute meaningfully to your city? The City of Cape Town’s Department of Public Safety is inviting applications for part-time Traffic Attendant vacancies. This role is designed for responsible and physically fit individuals who want to play a vital part in ensuring the safety of pedestrians and maintaining order on the city’s busy streets.
The position offers a basic hourly salary of R66.65, making it ideal for those seeking part-time work while still earning a reliable income.
Minimum Requirements
To qualify for these vacancies, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Basic literacy skills.
- Good verbal communication abilities.
- No criminal record.
- Physically fit and able-bodied.
- Willingness to work in all weather conditions.
The City emphasizes equal opportunity and strongly encourages committed individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Key Performance Areas
As a Traffic Attendant, you will serve as a frontline ambassador for safety and order in public spaces. Your key responsibilities will include:
- Stopping traffic to ensure pedestrians can cross safely.
- Assisting vulnerable persons, including the physically challenged or anyone requiring additional support, to cross the road.
- Maintaining accurate records of incidents, as well as start and end times.
- Activating pedestrian signals where applicable to manage road safety effectively.
- Managing training and skills development, including transferring knowledge to others.
- Performing general and operational tasks as required by the Department of Public Safety.
Why Apply?
This opportunity is more than just part-time work—it’s a chance to contribute to safer streets in Cape Town. Traffic Attendants are an essential part of the city’s public safety strategy, ensuring that children, the elderly, and other vulnerable pedestrians are protected every day.
With flexible hours and a competitive hourly rate, this role is well-suited for individuals who value meaningful service to their community, physical activity, and teamwork.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should apply online below:
APPLY FOR THE PART-TIME TRAFFIC ATTENDANTS AT THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY HERE
CLOSING DATE: 24 OCTOBER 2025
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