City of Cape Town Cadet Fire Fighter Learnership 2025 for unemployed South African youth.
Closing date for applications: 31 January 2025
City of Cape Town Cadet Fire Fighter Learnership
The City of Cape Town Cadet invites unemployed youth to apply for Fire Fighter Learnership programme.
- Cadet Fire Fighter Skills Program
- Department: Fire and Rescue Services
- Directorate: Safety & Security
Eligibility Criteria:
- Age: 18 years or older
- Education: Grade 12 (Mathematics and Physical Science preferred)
- Physical Requirements: Must be medically and physically fit, not afraid of confined spaces or heights.
- Other Requirements: No criminal record, ability to work in a team, and handle stressful situations.
Fitness Test:
Candidates must pass the following:
- Reach Test: 1.9 meters
- 2.4 km run: Males in 11 minutes, Females in 13 minutes
- Push-ups: 30 in 60 seconds
- Sit-ups: 30 in 60 seconds
- Dead load carries: 2 x 25 kg drums over 100 meters
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Additional Requirements for Successful Candidates:
- Written assessment and interview
- Fingerprinting and criminal record check
- City medical evaluation
- Drug test
- Claustrophobia and acrophobia test
Special Conditions:
- Candidates must live within the City of Cape Town municipal area
- No permanent employment guaranteed after completing the program
- Only unemployed applicants will be considered
- Must wear a uniform and protective clothing
How to apply
- Online application only via e-Recruitment on the City of Cape Town website
- Documents required: Certified copy of South African ID and Matric certificate
- No late applications will be accepted
- Smartphones are not compatible with the online application system, but library computers can be used if you are a member
Salary:
- Stipend: R5,961.83 per month
