From traffic officers to examiners: : A journey of growth and development

Photo caption (From left to right): Aston Arries, Nomawethu Sijadu and Lerato Thabatha

Story: Sinazo Bonongo | Photo: Sinazo Bonongo

The journey from traffic officer to examiner is a testament to the growth and evolution within the field of traffic management and road safety. This transition marks a significant milestone in a professional’s career, reflecting not only the accumulation of experience but also a shift in responsibilities and skills. The Walter Sisulu Local Municipality offers the opportunity to its employees as it  highlights the key stages, skills developed, and the broader implications for career development.

Participants in this progressive program  Aston Arries, Nomawethu Sijadu and Lerato Thabatha, expressed their appreciation for the opportunity to cultivate their skills following 15 years of dedicated service. With the backing of the Director of Corporate and the Skills Development Facilitator, they embarked on the path to qualify as examiners. They believe that this new role will broaden their expertise and enable them to make a more comprehensive contribution to road safety. They conveyed their gratitude to their leadership for instilling faith in them and supporting their professional growth and development. The shift from a traffic officer to an examiner embodies a noteworthy evolution in a professional’s role within the realm of traffic management. This change mirrors the growth and development that accompanies the accumulation of experience, acquisition of new skills, and assumption of greater responsibilities. 

For those pursuing this career trajectory it represents a significant evolution in a professional’s role within the field of traffic management. This transition reflects the growth and development that comes with accumulating experience, acquiring new skills, and taking on greater responsibilities. For those who embark on this path, the rewards are not only in career advancement but also in the enhanced ability to contribute to road safety and the broader transportation system.