Traffic Officer Learnership 2026/27 – Apply Now
Mpumalanga Traffic Officer Learnership 2026/27
Mpumalanga Traffic Officer Learnership 2026/27 applications are now open for young people residing in Mpumalanga who want to gain knowledge and practical skills in Traffic Law Enforcement.
The Mpumalanga Department of Community Safety, Security and Liaison is inviting applications for its Basic Traffic Officers Diploma Learnership Programme. Successful candidates will enter into a 12-month contract and receive a monthly stipend of R5,000.
Training will take place at the Mpumalanga Traffic Training College at Mkhuhlu (Calcutta) in the Bushbuckridge Local Municipality. On successful completion of the programme, learners will receive a Diploma in Basic Traffic Officer at NQF Level 4.
Applications close on 23 October 2026.
Learnership Overview
- Department: Mpumalanga Department of Community Safety, Security and Liaison
- Programme: Basic Traffic Officers Diploma Learnership
- Reference Number: DCSSL/05/2026
- Programme: Learnership Programme 2026/27
- Contract Duration: 12 months
- Stipend: R5,000 per month
- Qualification on Completion: Diploma in Basic Traffic Officer: NQF Level 4
- Training Centre: Mpumalanga Traffic Training College
- Location: Mkhuhlu (Calcutta), Bushbuckridge Local Municipality
- Province: Mpumalanga
- Closing Date: 23 October 2026
- Application Method: Online through the Mpumalanga e-Recruitment system
Minimum Requirements
Applicants for the Mpumalanga Traffic Officer Learnership 2026/27 must meet the following minimum requirements:
- Grade 12 Certificate
- At least a Code B driving licence
- Must be a South African citizen
- Must have no criminal record
- Must be fit and proper
- Must be able to undergo a medical assessment
- Must be able to participate in strenuous physical exercises
- Must undergo driving tests
- Must undergo competency tests
The Department will conduct personnel suitability checks on selected candidates.
These checks may include:
- Qualification verification
- Criminal record checks
- Citizenship verification
- Financial record checks
- Driving licence verification
Applicants should ensure that the information included in their application is complete and accurate.
Providing inaccurate or incomplete information may result in disqualification.
About the Basic Traffic Officers Diploma Learnership
The Mpumalanga Traffic Officer Learnership 2026/27 is aimed at developing young people residing in Mpumalanga by providing them with the knowledge and skills required for Traffic Law Enforcement.
The programme will run for 12 months.
Traffic training will be conducted at the Mpumalanga Traffic Training College in Mkhuhlu, also referred to as Calcutta, within the Bushbuckridge Local Municipality.
The Department will follow Road Traffic Management Corporation guidelines during the selection process.
Successful learners who complete the programme will receive a Diploma in Basic Traffic Officer: NQF Level 4.
Selection and Assessment Process
Applicants should be aware that meeting the minimum requirements does not automatically guarantee selection.
The Department may use additional criteria when shortlisting candidates based on the applications received.
Shortlisted candidates will also undergo assessments.
The advert states that all shortlisted candidates will complete two pre-entry assessments:
- A practical exercise
- An Integrity assessment focusing on ethical conduct
Candidates may also be required to complete:
- Driving tests
- Competency tests
- Medical assessments
- Personnel suitability checks
The medical assessment will help determine whether candidates are physically suitable for the strenuous exercises associated with traffic officer training.
Documents Required When Applying
Applications must be completed using the new Z83 form through the online e-Recruitment system.
Applicants must also upload a detailed Curriculum Vitae.
The CV must contain at least:
- Three reference persons
- Contact details for each reference person
Copies of qualifications and other relevant supporting documents are not required with the initial application.
According to the vacancy information, shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of qualifications and relevant documents on or before the day of the interview.
Applicants should therefore follow the application instructions carefully and avoid uploading unnecessary documents unless the online application system specifically requests them.
How to Apply for the Mpumalanga Traffic Officer Learnership 2026/27
Applications must be submitted through the official Mpumalanga Provincial Government e-Recruitment system.
Official Application Portal:
Follow these steps:
- Visit the Mpumalanga e-Recruitment website.
- Register or log in to your account.
- Search for the Basic Traffic Officers Diploma Learnership.
- Confirm reference number DCSSL/05/2026.
- Complete the new Z83 application form online.
- Upload your detailed CV.
- Ensure your CV contains at least three references and their contact details.
- Check that all information is accurate.
- Submit your application before the closing date.
Applications close on 23 October 2026.
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