Traffic Officer Learnership 2026/27

Department of Community Safety, Security and Liaison Traffic Officer Learnership 2026/27

Stipend: R5 000 per month

Duration: 12 months contract

Minimum Qualification: Grade 12

Application process:

• Mpumalanga Department of Community Safety, Security and Liaison is inviting applications for its Basic Traffic Officers Diploma Learnership Programme for 2026/2027.
• This 12-month training programme is designed to equip young South Africans residing in Mpumalanga with the knowledge, practical skills and experience needed to work in traffic law enforcement.
• Successful applicants will receive a monthly stipend of R5 000 while undergoing training at the Mpumalanga Traffic Training College in Mkhuhlu (Calcutta), Bushbuckridge Local Municipality.
• Applicants must have a Grade 12 certificate, a Code B driver’s licence and meet the other eligibility requirements.

Traffic Officer Learnership 2026/27 Overview

Here are the important details about the programme:

• Department: Mpumalanga Department of Community Safety, Security and Liaison
• Programme: Basic Traffic Officers Diploma Learnership 2026/27
• Reference Number: DCSSL/05/2026
• Post Number: 36/272
• Monthly Stipend: R5 000
• Contract Duration: 12 months
• Training Location: Mpumalanga Traffic Training College, Mkhuhlu (Calcutta), Bushbuckridge
• Minimum Qualification: Grade 12
• Driver’s Licence: Code B
• Closing Date: 23 October 2026
• Application Method: Online through the Mpumalanga

Basic Traffic Officers Diploma Learnership

• The Basic Traffic Officers Diploma Learnership is a  government training initiative aimed at developing skilled traffic law enforcement personnel.

• Through this programme, selected learners will receive training intended to prepare them for the responsibilities associated with traffic law enforcement and road safety.

Minimum Requirements for the Traffic Officer Learnership

Before applying, candidates should ensure that they meet the minimum requirements specified by the Department.

Applicants must:

• Have a Grade 12 (Matric) certificate.
• Possess at least a Code B driver’s licence.
• Be South African citizens.
• Be residents of Mpumalanga Province.
• Have no criminal record.
• Be medically fit and physically capable of participating in strenuous training activities.
• Be willing to undergo driving and competency assessments.
• Meet the suitability requirements applicable to traffic officer training.

Department will follow RTMC guidelines when selecting suitable candidates.

Shortlisted applicants will undergo verification and suitability checks, including:

• Educational qualification verification.
• Criminal record checks.
• South African citizenship verification.
• Financial record checks.
• Driver’s licence verification.
• Medical fitness assessments.
• Driving and competency tests.

How to Apply for the Mpumalanga Traffic Officer Learnership 2026/27

Applications must be submitted online through the official Mpumalanga Government e-Recruitment system.

Follow these steps to apply:

1. Visit the official application portal.
2. Access the available vacancies or learnership opportunities.
3. Look for Basic Traffic Officers Diploma Learnership 2026/27, reference number DCSSL/05/2026.
4. Complete the new Z83 application form through the e-Recruitment system.
5. Upload your detailed and updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
6. Make sure your CV includes at least three reference persons and their contact details.
7. Review your application carefully before submitting it.