Lester Sampson
Traffic Law Enforcement Officer
Rustenburg
Summary
Methodic National Traffic Officer with 11 years of experience in enforcing National Road Traffic Act laws according to departmental policies, procedures, and regulations. Proven skills in law enforcement with excellent problem-solving capabilities. Skilled at investigating road traffic infringements and accidents while identifying and preserving evidence. Eager to apply abilities to dynamic new position.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Traffic Officer
Road Traffic Management Corporation
2013.02 - Current
- Enforce compliance of National Road Traffic Act, National Land Transport Act, Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences
- Control traffic, inspect vehicles for road-worthiness and enforce road traffic signs and rules of the road
- Enforced Cross Border Road Transport Act.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities through attendance at training seminars and workshops to enhance knowledge and skills relevant to the role of a Traffic Officer.
- Promoted public awareness about road safety through community outreach programs such as presentations at schools or local events.
- Kept accurate records related to daily activities, incidents encountered, and actions taken during patrols in accordance with established documentation guidelines.
- Utilized advanced technology tools such as radar devices to measure vehicle speeds accurately while enforcing speed limits across various roadways throughout the jurisdictional area.
Team Leader
UTI
2011.01 - 2013.01
- Served as customer service team lead, enforcing company policies, answering co-workers' questions and training new staff
- Resolved complex customer enquiries, disputes and complaints
- Tactfully handled complaints from staff, management and clients using excellent problem-solving and dispute resolution skills
- Maintained excellent employee relationships by cultivating supportive, positive and helpful working environment.
- Optimized resource allocation to maximize overall team output while minimizing costs.
- Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
- Established clear communication channels that ensured the timely exchange of information between team members and stakeholders.
- Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their leadership potential and advance in their careers.
- Collaborated with other department leaders to establish shared goals and ensure alignment across teams.
Team Leader
Volkswagen SA
1999.01 - 2009.07
- Instruct team members on the proper use of safety equipment and emergency procedures should they necessary at any point during the production process
- Responsible for safety checks on all equipment operated throughout the production process, as well as monitoring the activities of workers
- Successfully reorganized call escalation protocol.
- Optimized resource allocation to maximize overall team output while minimizing costs.
- Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
- Established clear communication channels that ensured the timely exchange of information between team members and stakeholders.
- Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their leadership potential and advance in their careers.
- Collaborated with other department leaders to establish shared goals and ensure alignment across teams.
Education
Traffic Diploma -
Port Elizabeth Traffic College
Port Elizabeth, EC 2009.07 - 2009.12
Skills
Vehicle operation
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Road Traffic Manangement Corporation - Superintendent P Kgadima
+27674279240
poppyk@rtmc.co.za
UTI
- Mr Enrico Davids
+27126732000
Timeline
Traffic Officer
Road Traffic Management Corporation
2013.02 - Current
Team Leader
UTI
2011.01 - 2013.01
Traffic Diploma -
Port Elizabeth Traffic College
2009.07 - 2009.12
Team Leader
Volkswagen SA
1999.01 - 2009.07
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