Programmes
The Western Cape Mobility Department provides programmes which cover the different sectors of our communities.
Provincial Traffic Offices
Below is our facility listing for Regional Traffic Offices in the Western Cape.
Provincial Traffic Offices
Beaufort West Provincial Traffic Office
Chief Provincial Inspector: Petro Swanepoel
Office hours: 07:30 - 16:00
Contact Information:
Street Address:
Disaster Management Centre. Route H9 N1 Section 8 No 2 Beaufort West; 6970
Postal Address:
Private Bag X554, Beaufort West, 6970
Tel: 023 414 2611
Caledon Provincial Traffic Office
Chief Provincial Inspector: Thembile Qunta
Office Hours: 07:30 - 16:00
Contact Information:
Street Address:
Orion Building, 24 Prince Albert Road, Caledon, 7230
Postal Address:
Private Bag X02, Caledon, 7230
Tel: 028 212 2875
George Provincial Traffic Office
Chief Provincial Inspector: Quinton Williams
Office hours: 07:30 - 16:00
Contact Information:
Street Address:
York Street, George, 6530
Tel: 044 805 9100
Email: quinton.williams@westerncape.gov.za
Knysna Provincial Traffic Office
Chief Provincial Traffic Chief: Vukile Oliphant
Office hours: 07:30 - 16:00
Contact Information:
Street Address:
13 Pitt Street, Knysna, 6570
Postal Address:
Private Bag x26, Knysna, 6570
Tel: 044 382 5525
Laingsburg Provincial Traffic Office
Acting Chief Provincial Inspector: Nkosana Matiso
Office Hours:
07:30 - 16:00
Street Address:
Meiring Street, Laingsburg, 6900
Postal Address:
Private Bag X3, Laingsburg, 6900
Tel: 023 551 1021
Metro N7 / West Coast Regional Provincial Traffic Office
Regional Director: Des Paton
Address:
9th Floor, Waldorf Building, St George’s Square, Cape Town
Tel: 022 713 1286
Email: Des.paton@westerncape.gov.za
Mossel Bay Provincial Traffic Office
Chief Provincial Inspector: Reinet Sarikakis
Contact Information:
Street Address:
c/o Louis Fourie and Essenhout, Heiderand Mossel Bay
Postal Address:
Private Bag X6, Mossel Bay, 6500
Tel: 044 693 4545
Email: Reinet.Srikakis@westerncape.gov.za
N1 Regional Provincial Office
Acting Regional Director: William Groenewald
Office Hours: 07:30 - 16:00
Contact Information:
Street Address: 1 Meiring Street, Laingsburg, 6900
Tel: 023 551 1021
Email: William.groenewald@westerncape.gov.za
N2 Regional Provincial Traffic Office
Regional Director: Nathan Arendse
Location
Brackenfell, Cape Town, South Africa
Office hours
07:30 - 16:00
Street Address:
9th Floor, Waldorf Building, St George’s Square, Cape Town
Telephone:
021 483 0533
Email: Nathan.arendse@westerncape.gov.za
Oudtshoorn Provincial Traffic Office
Chief Provincial Inspector: Lunny Spogter
Location
Oudtshoorn, Garden Route, South Africa
Office hours
07:30 - 16:00
Contact Information
Street Address:
Voortrekker Street 76, Seppie Greeff Building, 2nd Floor, Oudtshoorn
Tel: 044 272 4197/8
Email: Lunny.Spogter@westerncape.gov.za
Parow Provincial Traffic Office
Chief Provincial Inspector: Nolubabalo Sobekwa
Location
Parow, Cape Town, South Africa
Office hours
07:30 - 16:00
Contact Information:
Street Address: Vangate SHADOW Centre, Corners of Bosduif and Volstruis Street, Athlone, Bridgetown
Telephone:
021 936 9171
Email: nolubabalo.sobekwa@westerncape.gov.za
Shadow Centre (Athlone) Provincial Traffic Office
Chief Provincial Inspector: Jacques Mostert
Location
Mowbray, Cape Town, South Africa
Office hours
07:30 - 16:00
Street Address:
Vangate SHADOW Centre, Corners of Bosduif and Volstruis Street, Athlone, Bridgetown
Telephone:
021 4830138/1
Email: jacques.mostert2@westerncape.gov.za
Swellendam Provincial Traffic Office
Chief Provincial Inspector: Francois Stuart
Location
Swellendam, Swellendam, Overberg, South Africa
Office hours
07:30 - 16:00
Contact Information:
Street Address: Andrew Whyte Street, Swellendam, 6740
Tel: 028 514 1185
Email: Francios.Stuart@westerncape.gov.za
Vredenburg Provincial Traffic
Chief Provincial Inspector: Angelo Richards
Location
Vredenburg, Saldanha Bay, West Coast, South Africa
Office hours: 07:30 - 16:00
Contact Information:
Street Address:
2 Toermalyn Street, Ongegund, Vredenburg, 7380
Postal Address
Private Bag X9, Vredenburg, 7380
Tel: 022 713 1286
Email: angelo.richards@westerncape.gov.za
Vredendal Provincial Traffic Office
Chief Provincial Inspector: Jennece Dirkse
Location
Vredendal, Matzikama, West Coast, South Africa
Office hours: 07:30 - 16:00
Contact Information:
Street Address:
44 Voortrekker Street, Vredendal, 8160
Postal Address:
Private Bag X20, Vredendal, 8160
Tel: 027 213 1269
Worcester Provincial Traffic Office
Chief Traffic Chief: Mbulelo Giba
Location
Vredendal, Matzikama, West Coast, South Africa
Office hours
07:30 - 16:00
Street Address:
Tulbagh Street, Worcester, 6850
Postal Address:
Private Bag X3069, Worcester, 6850
Telephone:
023 342 2357
Email: Mbulelo.Giba@westerncape.gov.za
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): Study at Gene Louw Traffic College
Frequently Asked Questions about studying at the Gene Louw Traffic College.
Where can I find adverts for Traffic Officer posts (jobs)?
Adverts are placed in newspapers and on the Western Cape Government website.
When can I expect new Traffic Officer posts(jobs) to be advertised?
There is no specific timeline or dates in the year that new posts are to be advertised, it is dependent on the Department (Provincial).
Can I apply at the College for the post (job) that was advertised?
No, Gene Louw Traffic College does not distribute application forms or handle any applications. The Western Cape Government uses an electronic system and does not accept faxed or posted applications.
Can anyone enrol for the Traffic Officer training course at Gene Louw Traffic College?
No, you must be employed by either a Local Authority (Municipality) or Provincial Administration. This means you need to apply for a post (job) for a Traffic Officer when it is advertised.
Process
- Provincial Traffic will place an advert for Traffic Officers. You won’t need a Traffic Officer qualification to apply.
- The department will look at your application and CV.
- They will inform you if your application was successful and invite you for further recruitment processes.
- If you are successful after the recruitment process, you will receive admission to the training for the Traffic Officer qualification.
What is the duration of my training?
| Traffic Officer (TO) | 12 Months |
| Examiner of Vehicles | Three Months (12 Weeks) |
| Examiner for Drivers Licences | Three Months (12 Weeks) depending on which grade you enrolled for. |
What equipment and stationery do I bring with?
You will be informed on the first day.
Is accommodation available at the college?
No, students must arrange their own accommodation.
Are meals available at the college?
There is a cold drink vending machine on campus but no cafeteria. There are shops close to the college where students can buy meals.
Gene Louw Traffic College: Shaping the future of road safety
Established on 15 September 1989, Gene Louw Traffic College has been at the forefront of road safety education and training for over three decades. The college has proudly trained thousands of traffic officers, municipal police officers, vehicle examiners, and driving licence examiners, not only across the Western Cape and South Africa but also in neighbouring countries such as Botswana.
Commitment to excellence in training
The Quality Management Evaluation (QME) unit, part of the Traffic Management Chief Directorate, ensures all training provided by the college adheres to strict internal and external policies and procedural guidelines. This ensures that every learner receives education of the highest standard.
A legacy of achievement
Gene Louw Traffic College has garnered national recognition for its excellence. In November 2013, the college was awarded the prestigious Certificate of Excellence as the Best Traffic Training Centre in South Africa during the Road Traffic Management Corporation Conference in East London.
Our dedicated staff have also earned top national accolades, including:
- Best Education and Training Development Practitioner
- Most Innovative Idea
- Most Promising New Facilitator
- Going the Extra Mile
These awards highlight the college’s dedication to fostering innovation and leadership in traffic training.
Our Vision
To promote a culture of lifelong learning and enrich lives by contributing to an open and inclusive society for all.
Values
We are guided by a strong set of principles:
- Diversity & Compassion: Respecting differences and showing care for others.
- Integrity: Acting with honesty and transparency in all we do.
- Professionalism: Striving for excellence through discipline, passion, and innovation.
- Growth & Development: Continuously improving to deliver efficient and exceptional service.
Accreditations
Gene Louw Traffic College complies with the rigorous quality standards of leading training authorities, ensuring its courses remain relevant and impactful. The college is accredited by:
- Safety and Security Sector Education and Training Authority (SASSETA)
- South African Police Service (SAPS)
- Local Government Sector Education and Training Authority (LGSETA)
- Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC)
For more information, visit our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) page.