The Limpopo Department of Transport and Community Safety is inviting applications for its Traffic Officer Learnership 2026, offering 204 paid training opportunities for unemployed young people who want to build a career in traffic law enforcement.
Successful applicants will receive a 12-month training opportunity with an annual stipend of R70,383 while completing accredited traffic officer training.
If you have a Grade 12 certificate (Matric) or an equivalent NQF Level 4 qualification, this could be your opportunity to gain valuable skills and begin a career in road safety and law enforcement.
Traffic Learner Officer Learnership 2026 at a Glance
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Department | Limpopo Department of Transport and Community Safety |
| Programme | Traffic Learner Officer Learnership |
| Number of Posts | 204 |
| Reference Number | LDTCS L1/5/2026 |
| Duration | 12 Months |
| Annual Stipend | R70,383 per annum |
| Closing Date | 24 July 2026 at 16:30 |
About the Traffic Officer Learnership
The Traffic Learner Officer Learnership is designed to prepare unemployed youth for careers in traffic law enforcement and road safety.
Learners receive a combination of:
- Classroom-based learning
- Practical traffic officer training
- Physical fitness training
- Road traffic legislation instruction
- Workplace experience
Training takes place at an accredited Traffic College, where learners develop the knowledge, discipline and practical skills required in the traffic law enforcement environment.
The programme forms part of the Limpopo Government’s ongoing efforts to improve road safety while creating employment and skills development opportunities for young people.
What You Will Learn
During the programme, learners will receive training in areas such as:
- Traffic law enforcement
- National Road Traffic legislation
- Vehicle inspections
- Accident scene management
- Road safety awareness
- Public service ethics
- Communication and report writing
- Physical fitness and drill training
- Professional conduct and discipline
Who Can Apply?
To be considered for the Traffic Officer Learnership, applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:
- Be a South African citizen
- Be residing in Limpopo Province
- Have a Grade 12 (Matric), NQF Level 4 or equivalent qualification recognised by SAQA
- Have no criminal record
- Be medically and physically fit
- Be willing to undergo medical and fitness assessments
- Not have been declared unfit to possess a firearm under the Firearms Control Act
- Possess good communication skills
Added Advantage
Although not compulsory, having a valid driver’s licence will be an advantage.
Required Documents
Applicants should prepare the following documents:
- Completed New Z83 Application Form
- Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Copy of South African ID
- Copy of Grade 12 certificate or equivalent qualification
- Copy of driver’s licence (if applicable)
Important: In line with current DPSA recruitment guidelines, only shortlisted candidates will be asked to submit certified copies of supporting documents.
How to Apply
Applications can be submitted online or by hand.
Online Applications
Applicants should:
- Register on the Limpopo Provincial Government eRecruitment Portal.
- Create or update their profile.
- Search for Traffic Learner Officer Learnership (Reference: LDTCS L1/5/2026).
- Complete the online application.
- Upload all required documents.
- Submit the application before the closing date.
Hand Delivery
Applications may also be delivered to:
Department of Transport and Community Safety
- Phamoko Building
- Second Floor, Office No. 45
- 40 Church Street
- Polokwane
Postal Applications
- The Head of Department
- Department of Transport and Community Safety
- Private Bag X9491
- Polokwane
- 0700
Apply Online
Apply through the official Limpopo Provincial Government eRecruitment Portal before the closing date.
Closing Date
Applications close on 24 July 2026 at 16:30.
Late applications will not be considered.