City of Cape Town Metro Police and Traffic Learnerships 2025

The City of Cape Town invites suitably qualified, unemployed youth aged 18 to 34 to apply for an 18-month Metro Police and Traffic Learnership in Road Traffic Law Enforcement.

Learnership Application Closing Date: Not Specified
Learnership Location: City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

The training will be provided by the Public Safety Training College, and learners will receive a stipend of R34.91 per hour.

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12 (Matric) certificate
• Permanently residing within the City of Cape Town jurisdiction (proof required)
• Proficient in English and at least one other official language
• Must be unemployed (students and EPWP staff may apply)
• Between 18 and 35 years old
• Medically and physically fit to undergo strenuous physical training
• No criminal record (criminal background checks will be done)
• Valid driver’s license (Code B, manual transmission)
• No visible tattoos when wearing any official uniform
• Must meet all physical and health requirements

Compulsory Fitness Assessments (Elimination-Based):

1. 2.4km run (Males: 11 min | Females: 13 min)
2. Push-ups (30 in 60 seconds)
3. Sit-ups (30 in 60 seconds)
4. 100m Dead load carry (2 x 25kg weights)
5. 20m Tyre drag
6. 20m Shuttle runs (10 in 60 seconds)
7. 2.1m Wall climb
8. Motorcycle reach test
9. Comfort swim (unassisted)

Note: Pregnant persons are not allowed to participate in physical assessments.

Selection Process Includes:

• Written assessment and interview
• Physical and psychological assessments
• City medical evaluation and drug testing
• Driver assessment
• Fingerprint and criminal record verification

Special Conditions:

• Training runs from 1 June 2025 to 30 November 2026
• No guaranteed permanent job placement post-training
• Trainees must comply with the Code of Conduct and pass all required unit standards
• Must wear uniform, work in all weather conditions, and across Cape Town locations
• Applicants with previous dismissals for misconduct in local government will be excluded
• Private work or business engagements during the programme are prohibited without formal consent

How to Apply:

External Applicants:
Apply online via the City of Cape Town Careers Portal

Ensure all supporting documentation (ID, Matric certificate, proof of residence, driver’s license, etc.) is submitted with your online application.

Don’t miss this opportunity to serve your city while gaining accredited training in law enforcement. Apply today!