Metro Police & Traffic Learnership 2026
The City of Cape Town is offering an exciting opportunity for unemployed youth between the ages of 18 and 34 to join its Metro Police and Traffic Learnership Programme 2025 / 2026. This comprehensive programme provides practical and theoretical training in Road Traffic Law Enforcement, empowering participants with skills to build a rewarding career in public safety.
The training will take place at the City’s Public Safety Training College over an 18-month period, starting on 07 January 2026.
Metro Police & Traffic Learnership 2026
📘 Programme Overview
This learnership aims to develop qualified and disciplined traffic and law enforcement officers who will contribute to safer roads and communities in Cape Town. Trainees will complete the Further Education and Training Certificate (FETC): Road Traffic Law Enforcement, as well as the Law Enforcement Skills Programme (SP4/2012).
Participants will undergo intensive classroom instruction, physical training, and on-the-job exposure within the City’s Metro Police and Traffic Services departments.
Metro Police & Traffic Learnership 2026
🎓 Minimum Requirements
To qualify for this learnership, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Grade 12 (Matric) certificate – documentary proof required.
- Must be a permanent resident within the City of Cape Town (proof required).
- Proficiency in English and at least one other official South African language.
- Unemployed at the time of application. (Students and EPWP staff may apply.)
- Age: Between 18 and 34 years old.
- Must be medically and physically fit for strenuous training.
- Must have no criminal record.
- Must possess a valid driver’s licence (minimum Code B, manual transmission).
- Must have no visible tattoos while wearing the official uniform.
- Must be able to work under pressure, cope with stressful situations, and function effectively in a team environment.
Applicants are encouraged to ensure they are aware of their health status before the physical fitness assessments, as this training is physically demanding.
Metro Police & Traffic Learnership 2026
🏋️♂️ Compulsory Fitness Assessments
All shortlisted candidates will be required to pass the following physical tests as part of the selection process. These tests are elimination-based, meaning failure to meet the required standard in one stage disqualifies applicants from continuing to the next.
Fitness Tests Include:
- 2.4 km Run: Males – 11 minutes; Females – 13 minutes.
- Push-ups (1 minute): 30 repetitions (both males and females).
- Sit-ups (1 minute): 30 repetitions (both males and females).
- Dead Load Carry: 100m carrying 2 x 25kg weights (one in each hand).
- Tyre Drag: 20m distance.
- 20m Shuttle Runs: 10 shuttles within 60 seconds.
- Wall Climb: 2.1 metres (both males and females).
- Motorcycle Reach Test.
- Comfort Swim: Any stroke, unassisted.
⚠️ Note: Due to the physically demanding nature of these assessments, pregnant applicants will not be allowed to participate in the fitness tests.
Metro Police & Traffic Learnership 2026
🧠 Additional Selection Assessments
Candidates who meet the minimum requirements and pass the physical fitness tests will be required to complete additional assessments, including:
- A written assessment and formal interview.
- Fingerprint and identity verification for criminal record checks (no external clearance accepted).
- City medical evaluation and compulsory drug test.
- Driver assessment to confirm practical driving ability.
All successful applicants will be required to adhere to the Code of Conduct of the Public Safety Training College, as well as the pass requirements stipulated by the institution and relevant unit standards.
Metro Police & Traffic Learnership 2026
📅 Programme Duration and Start Date
- Duration: 18 months
- Start Date: 07 January 2026
- Training Institution: Public Safety Training College, City of Cape Town
Metro Police & Traffic Learnership 2026
📝 How to Apply
If you meet the above requirements and are ready to pursue a career in law enforcement, follow the steps below:
- Apply Online:
Visit the City of Cape Town Careers Portal and complete the online application form for the Metro Police and Traffic Learnership Programme 2026. - Ensure You Have the Following Documents:
- Certified copy of ID document.
- Certified copy of Matric certificate.
- Proof of Cape Town residence.
- Copy of driver’s licence.
- Application Deadline:
🕓 Closing Date: 06 November 2025
Metro Police & Traffic Learnership 2026
⚖️ Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Cape Town is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. Preference may be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups in accordance with the City’s Employment Equity Plan.
🌟 Why Apply?
This learnership offers a rare opportunity to gain accredited training, earn valuable experience, and begin a respected career in traffic and law enforcement. Participants who complete the programme successfully may qualify for consideration for permanent employment within the City’s Public Safety departments.
Don’t miss this opportunity to serve your community while developing a professional career in public safety. Apply now and take the first step toward becoming a Metro Police or Traffic Officer in Cape Town!