City of Mbombela Traffic Officer Learnship Opportunities 2025-2026 | Apply Now
City of Mbombela Invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for their Traffic Officer Learnership Programme vacancies. The closing date for applications is 3 November 2025.
Why this learnership is a great chance for you
The City of Mbombela, a Category 7 municipality in Mpumalanga Province, is looking for energetic young people who care about road safety and want to serve their community. This 12‑month Training Programme will teach you everything you need to know about traffic law, road safety and how to keep people safe on South Africa’s roads.
- You’ll learn under the National Road Traffic Act (Act 93 of 1996), so you’ll be fully qualified by the time you finish.
- The programme is part of the city’s effort to give local youth skills and jobs.
- While you’re learning, you’ll receive a monthly stipend of R6,500 to help cover your expenses.
What the programme covers
During the year you’ll do a mix of classroom lessons and hands‑on practice. You’ll learn how to:
- Enforce traffic rules and respond to incidents.
- Educate the public about road safety.
- Work with police, emergency services and the community to keep roads safe.
You’ll finish the learnership ready to take on a career as a traffic officer or related roles in public safety.
Who can apply?
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Age | Under 35 years old |
| Education | Grade 12 (matric) certificate |
| Driving | Valid South African driving licence |
| Citizenship | South African citizen and permanent resident of Mbombela |
| Background | No criminal record or pending cases |
| Fitness | Physically fit and willing to pass a fitness test |
| Proof of residence | Provide a recent copy (≤ 3 months) and your ward number |
If you meet all of these, you’re ready to apply.
Apply in 4 easy steps
Prepare your documents
- Your CV
- Certified copy of your ID
- Certified copies of your matric certificate and any other qualifications
- Proof of residence (last 3 months)
Send your application – Choose one of the following:
- Mail: Senior Manager, Human Resources, City of Mbombela, P.O. Box 45, Mbombela 1200
- Hand‑delivery: 1 Nel Street, Civic Centre, Mbombela – Glass Office, 3rd Floor
Wait for a call
- Shortlisted candidates will be checked for qualifications, work history, and criminal records.
- If we don’t contact you within 30 days after the closing date, your application was not successful.
Get ready for the learnership
- Once accepted, you’ll begin training in January 2026 and finish in December 2026.
We’re committed to equal chances
The City of Mbombela welcomes applications from all women and people with disabilities, and encourages you to apply if you fit the job profile.
Don’t miss out
If you want a rewarding career that keeps people safe while helping your community, this is the right move. Apply today and start your journey as a Traffic Officer.
For any questions, call the Human Resources Division at 013 759 2095 / 9145 / 9970 / 9037.
IMPORTANT – The last day to apply is 3 November 2025.
Related Opportunity
If you’re also interested in other training programmes and bursaries, check out the SETA Bursaries you can still apply for this year.
