The Department of Community Safety, Security, and Liaison in Mpumalanga is inviting unemployed youth to apply for the Basic Traffic Officers Diploma Learnership Program 2025/2026. This 12-month program equips you with essential traffic law enforcement skills and opens the door to a fulfilling career in public service. Training occurs at Mpumalanga Traffic Training College in Mkhuhlu, Bushbuckridge.
Learnership Program Overview
- Position: Learnership Programme – Basic Traffic Officers Diploma
- Reference Number: DCSSL/09/25
- Stipend: R5,000 per month
- Duration: 12 Months (2025–2026)
- Qualification: Diploma in Basic Traffic Officer (NQF Level 4) on completion
- Location: Mpumalanga Traffic Training College, Bushbuckridge Local Municipality
- Closing Date: November 14, 2025.
What You’ll Learn
- Traffic law enforcement and legislation.
- Road safety and accident prevention.
- Traffic management and congestion control.
- Accident investigation and report writing.
- Vehicle inspections and compliance checks.
- First aid and emergency response.
- Defensive driving skills.
- Communication, professionalism, ethics, and conflict resolution.
Eligibility Criteria
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Education | Grade 12 Certificate |
| Driver’s License | Minimum Code B |
| Citizenship | South African |
| Criminal Record | None |
| Medical Fitness | Fit and proper (assessment) |
| Residency | Mpumalanga Province |
| Competency | Driving and competency tests |
Application Process
- Submit your application using the new Z83 form via the e-recruitment system:
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/fVe3u8c6yS. - Upload a detailed CV with at least three references.
- Qualifications and other documents are required from shortlisted candidates only (on interview day).
- Shortlisted candidates undergo suitability checks, including criminal, citizenship, financial, and driving license verifications.
- Driving and competency tests are mandatory.
Important Information
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- If you don’t hear back within three months after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
- The Department aims to promote representation in race, gender, and disability.
- Your personal information is protected as per POPIA—applying constitutes consent to processing for recruitment purposes.
Contact for Inquiries
- Mr. V. Mathebula: (013) 766 4019
- Ms. S. Masango: (017) 811 1433
- Ms. N. Mathebula: (013) 766 9152
- Ms. A. Seku: (013) 766 4905.
Start a Career That Makes a Difference
This learnership is a unique chance for Mpumalanga youth to serve their communities, promote road safety, and build professional skills. Apply today and help protect lives on the province’s roads.
Traffic Officer Learnership 2025/2026
