Msukaligwa Local Municipality invites South African unemployed youth to apply for the Learner Traffic Officers Training Programme (X10 Posts) – Extended Closing Date 2025.
Learner Traffic Officers Training Programme Closing Date: 22 December 2025 at 12h00pm
Programme Location: Msukaligwa Local Municipality, Ermelo, Mpumalanga, South Africa
Understanding This Opportunity
Across South Africa, municipalities and traffic departments are experiencing a growing shortage of trained, disciplined, and community-focused law enforcement officers. At the same time, youth unemployment remains one of the country’s most urgent challenges.
The Learner Traffic Officers Training Programme directly addresses both realities.
Instead of demanding years of prior experience, Msukaligwa Local Municipality is investing in local unemployed youth, offering a structured pathway into formal law enforcement through:
- Accredited traffic officer training
- Practical road safety and traffic enforcement exposure
- Supervised visible policing experience
- A recognised stepping stone into traffic, metro police, or broader law enforcement careers
This is not casual employment. It is a formal 12-month training programme aligned with the National Road Traffic Act (Act 93 of 1996) and delivered in partnership with recognised Traffic Training Colleges.
About Msukaligwa Local Municipality
Msukaligwa Local Municipality is based in Ermelo, Mpumalanga, and is responsible for delivering essential services such as:
- Community safety and protection
- Traffic and road regulation
- Social services delivery
- Infrastructure and local development
The municipality operates within strict governance, compliance, and employment equity frameworks to ensure fairness and transparency in recruitment.
This programme is administered through the Community and Social Services Department, reflecting Msukaligwa’s commitment to:
- Youth development
- Safer roads
- Community-based law enforcement
Minimum Qualifications & Requirements
To qualify, applicants must meet all requirements below.
Basic Eligibility
- Grade 12 / Matric or equivalent qualification
- Valid driver’s licence (non-negotiable)
- South African citizen
- Aged 18–35 years
- Permanent resident of Msukaligwa Local Municipality
Physical & Legal Requirements
- Must be physically fit
- Must have no criminal record or pending cases
- Willing to undergo vetting and background checks
Proof & Documentation
- Ward number must be indicated on the application form
- Proof of residence required
- Certified copies must be not older than 6 months
Important: Shortlisted candidates will undergo vetting, reference checks, and screening of social media profiles.
What Will You Be Trained to Do?
The programme combines theoretical instruction with hands-on practical exposure.
Core Training Areas
- Traffic law enforcement principles
- Road traffic control and point duties
- Accident scene attendance
- Progressive visible policing exposure
- Road safety education and awareness campaigns
Day-to-Day Responsibilities During Training
- Attend and participate in all training sessions
- Assist with traffic law enforcement under supervision
- Support road safety programmes and campaigns
- Comply with assessments, discipline, and performance standards
- Perform lawful duties as assigned by supervisors
Training is structured, monitored, and performance-based.
How to Apply
Step 1: Get the Application Form
Application forms and full details are available here
Step 2: Prepare Your Documents
Submit the following:
- Completed application form
- Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Certified copies of:
- ID document
- Driver’s licence
- Matric certificate
- Any additional qualifications
- Proof of residence
Step 3: Submit Your Application
Applications must be posted, couriered, or hand-delivered as follows:
Postal / Courier Address:
Msukaligwa Local Municipality
P.O. Box 48
Ermelo, 2350
Hand Delivery:
Corporate Services Department (Human Resources Section)
Corner Kerk and Taute Streets
Ermelo
Address applications to: Director: Corporate Services
Closing Date Reminder
Closing Date: 22 December 2025 at 12h00pm
This is an officially extended closing date as per the erratum advert.
Do not rely on older advertisements.
Late applications will not be accepted.