The Mpumalanga Department of Community Safety, Security and Liaison has announced its Basic Traffic Officers Diploma Learnership Programme for 2026/2027. This one-year learnership aims to train young South African residents of Mpumalanga in traffic law enforcement, providing a foundation for a career in this field.
About the Learnership
The programme offers 12 months of comprehensive training at the Mpumalanga Traffic Training College located in Mkhuhlu (Calcutta), within the Bushbuckridge Local Municipality. Its goal is to equip learners with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary for traffic law enforcement and road safety management.
Successful participants will earn a recognised Diploma in Basic Traffic Officer at NQF Level 4 once they complete the training and assessments.
Who Can Apply
This opportunity is open to South African citizens who are residents of Mpumalanga. Applicants must be physically fit and able to engage in demanding training activities. The Department places importance on employment equity, encouraging candidates from diverse racial, gender, and disability backgrounds, including persons with albinism.
Key Requirements
- A Grade 12 (Matric) certificate
- A valid Code B driver’s licence
- South African citizenship and residence in Mpumalanga Province
- No criminal record
- Medical fitness suitable for physical and driving assessments
- Willingness to undergo competency and integrity tests as part of the selection process
Programme Details
Participants will receive a monthly stipend of R5,000 throughout the 12-month contract period. Training modules will cover traffic legislation, road safety principles, enforcement procedures, ethical conduct, physical fitness, and practical competencies essential for traffic officers. Competency and medical assessments will be conducted during the programme to ensure readiness for traffic enforcement duties.
Selection and Assessment Process
Meeting the minimum entry requirements alone does not guarantee acceptance. Applicants who are shortlisted will undergo verification checks, including:
- Verification of qualifications and driver’s licence
- Criminal record and citizenship confirmation
- Medical fitness assessments
- Pre-entry assessments focusing on practical exercises and ethical conduct
How to Apply
Applications are submitted online via the official Mpumalanga Government e-Recruitment portal. Prospective learners should look for the Basic Traffic Officers Diploma Learnership 2026/27 with reference number DCSSL/05/2026. During application, candidates must fill out the new Z83 application form available through the portal and upload a comprehensive, updated CV containing at least three references with contact details.
It is important to provide accurate and complete information, as incomplete or inaccurate applications may be disqualified. Supporting documents such as certified qualifications or licences are only requested from shortlisted candidates later in the process.
For application submission and to view the vacancy details, please visit the official Mpumalanga Government e-Recruitment system.
Closing Date
The deadline to apply is 23 October 2026. Candidates should ensure they submit their applications before this date, as late applications will not be considered. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted further, and if no response is received within three months from the closing date, candidates should assume their applications were unsuccessful.
Contact Information
Applicants requiring additional information may contact the departmental officials below:
- Mr G Mnisi: (013) 766 4019
- Ms S Masango: (017) 811 143
- Ms N Mathebula: (013) 766 9152
- Ms A Seku: (013) 766 4905
This learnership offers a valuable stepping stone for matriculants in Mpumalanga aiming to enter the traffic law enforcement sector while gaining a recognised qualification and monthly financial support during their training period.
