The Limpopo Department of Transport and Community Safety has announced vacant posts for suitably qualified candidates through Circular No. 5 of 2026. The department is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and has identified employment equity targets, including women and persons with disabilities.
The vacancies are contained in Annexure A of the circular, while applications are subject to the department’s prescribed recruitment procedures.
How to Apply
Applicants are encouraged to submit applications through the department’s official e-recruitment platform:
- Limpopo Department of Transport and Community Safety e-Recruitment Portal
- Hand-delivered applications are also accepted using the new Z83 application form.
- The Z83 form can be obtained from government departments or downloaded from:
No applications by email or fax will be accepted.
Important Z83 Application Instructions
Applicants completing the new Z83 form should carefully follow the instructions below.
Complete All Required Sections
- All fields in Parts A, C and D must be completed.
- In Part B, applicants are required to complete all applicable fields, subject to the exceptions specified in the circular.
- South African applicants do not need to provide passport numbers.
- Where an applicant answers “No” to the question concerning conducting business with the state or being a director of a company conducting business with the state, the applicant may indicate N/A or leave the related field blank where permitted.
- Applicants must also provide professional registration details where their profession requires official registration.
CV Requirements
- The Z83 provides limited space for Parts E, F and G. Applicants may therefore indicate “see attached CV” or a similar reference, provided that a comprehensive CV containing the required information is attached.
- The CV is considered an extension of the Z83 application form. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that all information provided in the Z83 and CV is complete and accurate.
- Failure to provide required information may result in disqualification.
Conditions Preventing Re-Appointment
Questions relating to conditions that could prevent re-appointment must be answered Yes or No as applicable.
Where a question does not apply to the applicant, N/A may be indicated where permitted.
Reference Number
Applicants must quote the specific reference number of the post applied for in the “Reference Number” field of the Z83 application form.
Candidates should therefore carefully check Annexure A and use the correct reference number for each position.
Foreign Qualifications
Applicants who obtained qualifications outside South Africa are responsible for ensuring that their qualifications are evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
Requirements for Successful Candidates
Successful candidates will be required to:
- Sign a performance agreement within one month of assuming duty.
- Disclose their financial interests in accordance with applicable regulations.
- Comply with all relevant public-service employment requirements.
SMS Positions
Additional requirements apply to candidates applying for Senior Management Service (SMS) positions.
Shortlisted SMS candidates will undergo:
- A technical exercise.
- An interview.
- Psychometric assessments for a maximum of three shortlisted candidates following the technical exercise and interview.
The psychometric assessments may evaluate areas including:
- Cognitive capabilities.
- Behavioural preferences.
- Emotional intelligence.
- Integrity.
SMS Pre-Entry Certificate
Applicants for SMS positions must possess a Pre-Entry Certificate obtained from the National School of Government (NSG).
Candidates can access the SMS Pre-Entry Programme through:
Pre-Entry Assessments
In accordance with the Department of Public Service and Administration directive on Human Resource Management and Development for Public Service Professionalization, shortlisted candidates, including SMS candidates, will be required to undertake two pre-entry assessments.
These include:
- A practical exercise.
- An Integrity/Ethical Conduct Assessment.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Department of Transport and Community Safety is committed to employment equity and affirmative action. The advertised positions have employment equity targets, including women and persons with disabilities.
Applicants should therefore carefully review the requirements and employment equity information attached to each vacancy in Annexure A before applying.
Final Thought
The Department of Transport and Community Safety vacancies provide an opportunity for qualified candidates to join the Limpopo provincial government. Applicants should ensure that they use the correct Z83 application form, quote the correct reference number, provide a detailed CV and comply fully with the department’s application instructions.
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