Department of Community Safety Basic Traffic Officers Learnership 2026

Department of Community Safety invites unemployed youth to apply for Basic Traffic Officers Learnership 2026.

Closing date: 14 November 2025

Location: Mpumalanga, South Africa

Department of Community Safety Basic Traffic Officers Learnership

The Department of Community Safety, Security and Liaison (DCSSL) in Mpumalanga Province is calling on unemployed youth to apply for the Basic Traffic Officers Diploma Learnership Programme for the 2025–2026 academic year.

This 12-month learnership aims to empower and equip qualifying youth with essential skills and knowledge in Traffic Law Enforcement, contributing to safer roads and more effective traffic management across the province.

The training will take place at the Mpumalanga Traffic Training College in Mkhuhlu (Calcutta), Bushbuckridge Local Municipality, where successful learners will receive full-time, accredited theoretical and practical training.

Upon successful completion, learners will be awarded a Diploma in Basic Traffic Officer (NQF Level 4).

Programme Overview

• Programme Title: Basic Traffic Officers Diploma Learnership
• Reference Number: DCSSL/09/25
• Duration: 12 Months (Full-Time Contract)
• Stipend: R5 000 per month
• Location: Mpumalanga Traffic Training College, Mkhuhlu (Calcutta), Bushbuckridge

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria to qualify:

• Minimum qualification: Grade 12 Certificate (Matric).
• Must possess a valid Code B driving licence.
• Must be a South African citizen.
• Must have no criminal record.
• Must be medically and physically fit (medical assessments will be conducted for shortlisted candidates).
• Must be prepared to undergo strenuous physical training, driving tests, and competency assessments.

How to apply

ll applications must be submitted online through the official DCSSL e-recruitment system:

Click here to apply

• Applications must be completed on the new Z83 form, available via the e-recruitment system.
• Only a detailed CV must be uploaded during the initial application stage.
• Certified copies of qualifications and supporting documents will be requested from shortlisted candidates only.
• The CV must include at least three (3) contactable references.
• Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.

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