Programme Overview

The Western Cape Mobility Department will be recruiting Traffic Students for the completion of a Further Education and Training Certificate: Road Traffic Law Enforcement on a Bursary. This is a twelve (12) month training course which will commence on 08 June 2026 at the Gene Louw College (GLTC), Brackenfell.

Training Centres

The various Traffic Centres are as follows:

• Worcester,
• Laingsburg,
• Beaufort West,
• Oudtshoorn,
• Somerset West,
• Brackenfell,
• Vredenburg,
• Vredendal,
• Knysna,
• Mosselbay,
• Calledon,
• Swellendam
• George.

Key Performance Areas

• Enforce road traffic, public passenger and transport legislations;
• Provide visible traffic control/policing and promote/ensure crime prevention activities;
• Perform all administrative activities and related duties.
• Adherence to the terms and conditions of the signed 12 – month contract for the duration of the training program which includes practical deployment on a 24/7 shift system when needed.

Requirements

• Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification);
• Valid motor vehicle license (manual) code B;
• Applicant must be physically fit, pregnant persons will not be considered as physical tasks during recruitment and subsequent training may pose a threat to the unborn child and/or mother;
• Visible tattoos and body piercings (except females with one piercing in each ear) will disqualify an applicant as this will not compliment uniformity in a uniform wearing environment;
• No criminal record; All potential shortlisted candidates will be required to submit a medical certificate stating they can be exposed to strenuous physical exercise,
• Medical certificate needs to state result of pregnancy test and free from drugs,
• Potential shortlisted candidates may be required to undergo a psychometric test.
• Well versed with the home language of the majority of residents in a specific area where the successful incumbents will be appointed.
• People older than 35 years cannot apply.

Successful candidates will undergo:

• A full Medical, Psychological, Drug assessment at a Provincial Testing facility prior to admission.
• Physical fitness, Driving and Written assessment, and an interview.
• Fingerprint or Identity number clearance for criminal records via SAPS.
• Undergo ongoing fitness and drug testing assessments for the duration of the course.