KZN provincial government is recruiting 200 young people to work as traffic police officers after completing a 2-year course at Traffic Training College.
KZN Provincial Government Opens Applications For Traffic Officer Trainee Programme
The KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Government is inviting applications for the position of Trainee Provincial Traffic Inspector. This two-year internship programme offers candidates the opportunity to complete the Traffic Officer’s Diploma at the Traffic Training College in Pietermaritzburg while earning a commencing salary of R193 359 per annum.
Once the diploma is successfully completed, candidates must be prepared to take up placements at any Road Traffic Inspectorate (RTI) station across KwaZulu-Natal.
Key Responsibilities
As a Trainee Traffic Inspector, candidates will be trained to:
– Enforce road traffic, passenger, and transport legislation through approved traffic law enforcement activities.
– Manage traffic flow, perform point duty, and control traffic in congested areas.
– Coordinate and safeguard accident scenes, identify hazardous locations, and support management with safety recommendations.
– Participate in speed testing operations, traffic policing projects, and road safety campaigns.
– Issue fines and execute arrests in line with legal requirements, directives, and procedures.
– Escort abnormal vehicles and loads, manage overload control for goods and passengers, and conduct road safety checks.
– Test driver’s licences, conduct vehicle roadworthiness inspections, and monitor compliance at Driver Licence Testing Centres (DLTC) and Vehicle Testing Stations (VTS).
– Provide visible traffic policing and promote crime prevention through patrols, roadblocks, and motorist assistance.
– Perform administrative duties, comply with operational plans, firearm regulations, and participate in staff development programmes.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements to be considered:
– Senior Certificate (Grade 12) or equivalent qualification (NQF Level 4)
– Valid Code B driver’s licence (manual transmission)
– No criminal record (SAPS clearance screening required)
– Medical certificate (not older than 3 months) confirming physical fitness for strenuous exercise
– Successful candidates will undergo a full medical examination at state expense
– South African citizen or permanent resident
– Must be under the age of 35 on the first day of enrolment
– Must be deemed a “fit and proper” person to serve as a Traffic Officer
Career Opportunity
This internship provides young South Africans with a chance to build a career in law enforcement, contribute to safer roads, and gain valuable skills through a structured training programme. Successful trainees will play a vital role in traffic law enforcement and road safety across the province.
If you meet the requirements and are passionate about road safety and community service, apply now to join the KZN Provincial Government’s Traffic Officer Trainee Programme.
HOW TO APPLY
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER ON E-SERVICES PORTAL
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