Learner Fire Fighter Application Closing Date: Friday, 09 January 2026 at 15:00
Job Location: Bergrivier Municipality (Velddrif and Redelinghuys), Western Cape, South Africa
Learner Fire Fighter Vacancies 2026 – Bergrivier Municipality (Erratum)
Bergrivier Municipality has issued an ERRATUM confirming that internal and external applications will be considered for the following Learner Fire Fighter vacancies under the Directorate: Community Services:
- Learner Fire Fighter (Velddrif) – Ref: GD199/381/VD
- Learner Fire Fighter (Redelinghuys) – Ref: GD200/381/RH
Bergrivier Municipality’s head office is in Piketberg, about 90 minutes from Cape Town, and the municipality remains committed to equal employment opportunities. Women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Only applications within the Bergrivier Municipal area (WC013) will be considered and no faxes or electronic applications will be accepted.
Quick Overview
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Municipality | Bergrivier Municipality |
| Directorate | Community Services |
| Position | Learner Fire Fighter |
| Locations | Velddrif & Redelinghuys (Western Cape) |
| References | GD199/381/VD (Velddrif), GD200/381/RH (Redelinghuys) |
| Minimum Qualification | Grade 12 |
| Experience | None required |
| Driving Licence | Code C1 |
| Salary | R145 440.00 per annum (T05 – Category 3 Local Authority) |
| Start Date | 01 March 2026 or as soon as possible |
| Closing Date | Friday, 09 January 2026 at 15:00 |
| Applications | Hardcopy only |
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet all the following requirements:
- Grade 12
- Code C1 driving licence
- Proficiency in at least two (2) official Western Cape languages (Afrikaans/English/isiXhosa) – speak, read and write
- Must pass a Department Physical Test upon entry and annually thereafter
- Must pass a medical test (NFPA 1582) pre-placement / post-offer / baseline
- Must have no mental phobias related to:
- Confined spaces (claustrophobia)
- Heights (acrophobia)
- Depths (bathphobia)
- Water (aquaphobia)
- Blood (homophobia)
- Darkness (achluophobia)
- Isolation (authophobia)
- Corpses (necrophobia)
- Physically and mentally fit
- Must be willing to work shifts and overtime
- Must be willing to work at any Fire Station/Facility within the area of jurisdiction as required by the Chief Fire Officer
- No criminal record
- Must complete/meet:
- Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT)
- Medical Test NFPA 1582
Job Purpose
Learner Fire Fighters perform a variety of tasks linked to:
- Firefighting and emergency rescue operations
- Rendering basic medical care
- Fire prevention and training activities
- Operating and maintaining fire apparatus and equipment
- Maintaining fire station facilities
- Protecting lives and property in line with the Fire Brigade Services Act (Act 99 of 1987)
All duties are performed under appropriate supervision during the learning and development phase.
Key Performance Areas
Once the required training and minimum qualifications have been achieved, incumbents will:
- Carry out firefighting activities and emergency operations under supervision
- Prepare for emergency incidents and protection duties to educate the public and reduce fire severity
- Ensure equipment and vehicles are safe, available, and operationally ready
- Maintain a safe and hygienic working environment
- Perform basic administration and record keeping under supervision
- Participate in the Municipality’s Performance Management and Development System
Competency Requirement
The competency level for this post is Fire and Rescue Level 1, aligned to Municipal Staff Regulations (Government Notice R890) published in Government Gazette 45181 (20 September 2021).
Salary and Benefits
- Salary: R145 440.00 per annum (T05 – Category 3 Local Authority)
- A service bonus equivalent to one month’s salary (where applicable)
- Normal municipal benefits (including housing allowance for qualifying home owners, subject to conditions)
How to Apply
Application forms are available:
- From the municipal website: www.bergmun.org.za
- Or on request: Tel: 022 913 6000
Submit the following (Hardcopy Only)
- Completed prescribed application form (only one post per application form)
- Covering letter with at least two (2) contactable references
- Certified copies of:
- Qualifications
- ID document
- Driver’s licence
- CV (maximum 3 pages)
Submit your application to:
Hand deliver to any Bergrivier Municipal Office within the municipal area:
Aurora, Eendekuil, Redelinghuys, Piketberg, Porterville & Velddrif
OR Post to:
Bergrivier Municipality
P.O. Box 60
Piketberg
7320
OR Courier to:
13 Church Street
Piketberg
7320
For the attention of: Mr DF Verhoog
The onus is on the applicant to ensure the application reaches the municipality before the closing date. The municipality is not responsible for late or lost courier/mail deliveries.
Enquiries
- Mr N Williams
- Tel: 022 913 6000
Closing Date
CLOSING DATE: Friday, 09 January 2026 at 15:00
- Late applications will not be considered
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
- If you do not receive feedback within six (6) weeks after closing, consider your application unsuccessful
- No faxes or electronic applications will be accepted
