The Mpumalanga Department of Community Safety, Security and Liaison invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for their Basic Traffic Officers Diploma Learnership Programme 2026 vacancies. The closing date for applications is 14 November 2025.
What the Learnership Looks Like
If you get accepted, you’ll train at the Mpumalanga Traffic Training College in Mkhuhlu (Calcutta), inside the Bushbuckridge Local Municipality. The program runs for 12 months and ends with a Diploma in Basic Traffic Officer, which is a Level 4 qualification in South Africa’s National Qualifications Framework.
During the year you will learn:
- The rules of the road and how to enforce them
- How to manage traffic at intersections, on highways and during special events
- Basic first‑aid skills for road accidents
- How to communicate clearly with drivers, commuters and law‑enforcement teams
You’ll get both classroom lessons and hands‑on practice behind a traffic light or in a traffic control van. When you finish, you’ll be ready to start a career helping keep our roads safe.
Who Can Apply
Everyone from all backgrounds is welcome – we’re looking for people of all races, genders and abilities. To be considered, you must meet the minimum requirements set by the Department. The application must be complete and accurate. If it’s missing details or contains false information, we’ll remove it from the shortlist.
Key points to keep in mind:
- Only shortlisted applicants will be invited for an interview
- If you haven’t heard back within three months after the closing date, your application will be considered unsuccessful
- The Department values representation, so we aim to have a balanced mix of people in the program
How to Apply
Go to the e‑recruitment page and click the link below.
👉 APPLY FOR THE BASIC TRAFFIC OFFICERS DIPLOMA LEARNERSHIP PROGRAMME 2026 HEREFill out the Z83 form in its entirety.
Upload a detailed CV that lists at least three people who can vouch for you (contactable references).
If you’re selected for an interview, you’ll need to bring copies of your certificates and other documents by that day.
What the Department Will Check
Before you start, the Department will run a few background checks:
- Does your qualification match the requirements?
- Are you free of a criminal record that would affect a security role?
- Have you verified your citizenship status?
- Is your financial record clean?
- Do you hold a valid driver’s licence?
These checks help keep our roads safe and make sure we have trustworthy officers.
Why This Is a Good Choice
- Earn While You Learn – You’ll be paid for the 12‑month program, so you won’t have to pay out of pocket for training.
- Fast‑Track Your Career – A Diploma in Traffic Officer opens doors to jobs in police, road safety departments and private firms that manage traffic.
- Build Skills That Matter – You’ll learn practical skills that are in demand right now.
- Serve Your Community – Helping keep roads safer is a real, respected job that benefits everyone.
If you’re in Mpumalanga and want a stable, well‑paid role in public safety, this is a great way to get started.
Related Opportunities
Looking for more ways to boost your career? Check out our list of free and paid learnerships and bursaries that you can still apply for this year.
SETA Bursaries you can still apply for this year – https://www.seta-sa.co.za/seta-bursaries-you-can-still-apply-for-this-year/
Closing Date: 14 November 2025
Apply today and start your journey to becoming a trusted traffic officer in Mpumalanga!
