Are you a young, motivated individual looking to serve your community and build a career in law enforcement? The City of Cape Town is offering an 18-month Metro Police and Traffic Learnership opportunity for unemployed youth who are passionate about public safety and traffic law enforcement.
Position Details
• Department: Human Resources, Corporate Services Directorate
• Location: Cape Town
• Salary: R34.91 per hour
• Reference Number: SS 26/25 Ext
• Duration: 1 June 2025 – 30 November 2026
• Closing Date: 08 May 2025
• Application Link: Apply Online at capetown.gov.za/careers
Minimum Requirements
To be eligible, you must:
• Be aged between 18 and 34
• Hold a Grade 12 (Matric) certificate
• Be a permanent resident of Cape Town
• Be unemployed (students & EPWP staff may apply)
• Be proficient in English and at least one other official language
• Be physically and medically fit to undergo strenuous training
• Have no criminal record
• Hold a valid driver’s licence (manual, code B)
• Have no visible tattoos when wearing the service uniform
Training Overview
Successful candidates will:
• Be trained at the Public Safety Training College
• Complete a Further Education and Training Certificate: Road Traffic Law Enforcement
• Finish a Law Enforcement Skills Programme (SP4/2012)
Fitness Assessment Requirements
Candidates must pass a series of physical fitness tests, including:
• 2.4 km run (Males: under 11 min | Females: under 13 min)
• Push-ups and sit-ups (30 in 60 seconds)
• 100m dead load carry (2 x 25kg weights)
• Tyre drag, shuttle runs, 2.1m wall climb
• Motorcycle reach and unassisted swimming test
Note: Pregnant applicants are not permitted to take part in physical assessments.
Additional Conditions
• Must pass a written test, interview, driver and drug assessments
• Subject to fingerprinting and criminal checks
• Must comply with training regulations, wear uniforms, and work rotating shifts
• Should be prepared to work in all weather conditions and any part of Cape Town
• Must undergo regular physical and psychological assessments
• Must not have been previously dismissed from government employment due to misconduct
Important Note
This learnership does not guarantee permanent employment. Successful applicants must commit to completing the full training programme, including firearm and ammunition training.
How to Apply
• External Candidates: Apply via capetown.gov.za/careers
• City of Cape Town Employees: Apply via SAP Portal
Ensure certified copies of qualifications are available if requested.
Don’t Miss Out!
If you’re passionate about community service, safety, and law enforcement, this opportunity could be your first step into a rewarding career. Apply before 08 May 2025.
