Traffic Officer Learnership at Limpopo Department of Transport

The Limpopo Department of Transport is offering an exciting Learnership opportunity for aspiring Traffic Officers. This programme is designed to equip successful candidates with the essential knowledge, skills, and practical experience required to enforce traffic legislation, promote road safety, and contribute to community safety within the Limpopo Province. As a Traffic Officer Learner, you will undergo comprehensive training that covers various aspects of law enforcement, road safety education, and physical fitness, preparing you for a vital role in maintaining order and protecting lives on the province's roads. This learnership is an excellent pathway for individuals committed to public service and seeking a challenging yet rewarding career in law enforcement.

Key Responsibilities

• Participating actively in all theoretical and practical training modules.
• Assisting qualified Traffic Officers in routine traffic enforcement duties.
• Learning to apply traffic legislation and road safety principles effectively.
• Engaging in physical fitness training to meet the demands of the role.
• Developing strong communication skills for public interaction and reporting.
• Adhering to professional conduct and public service ethics at all times.
• Contributing to road safety education initiatives within communities.
• Operating and maintaining traffic enforcement equipment under supervision.

Why Join the Company

Joining the Limpopo Department of Transport means becoming part of a dedicated team committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all road users in the province. This learnership offers a structured environment for professional growth, providing you with a solid foundation for a career in traffic law enforcement. You will gain invaluable experience, develop critical skills, and contribute directly to the reduction of road accidents and fatalities. The department fosters a culture of discipline, integrity, and community service, offering a stable and impactful career path within the public sector. Successful completion of the learnership can open doors to permanent employment opportunities and further career advancement within the department.

Training Areas

• Traffic legislation
• Road safety education
• Practical traffic enforcement
• Physical fitness training
• Law enforcement procedures
• Professional conduct
• Public service ethics
• Communication skills
• Driver behaviour management

Selection Process

Shortlisted candidates may be required to undergo:

• Practical assessment
• Integrity / ethical conduct assessment
• Qualification verification
• Security clearance
• Personnel suitability checks

Candidates invited for interviews must produce:

• Medical certificate confirming physical and mental fitness
• Certified copies of educational qualifications
• Certified copy of South African ID
• Certified copy of valid driver’s licence

Documents Required

Applications must include:

• New Z83 Application Form
• Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae
• Certified copies of qualifications, when requested
• Certified copy of ID, when requested
• Certified copy of valid driver’s licence, when requested

How to Apply

Applicants are encouraged to apply electronically through: https://erecruitment.limpopo.gov.za. Applications may also be hand delivered or mailed to the relevant departmental offices. Applicants must use the new Z83 Application Form and quote the correct reference number: LDTCS L1/5/2026. No emailed or faxed applications will be accepted.

Head Office Applications

Postal Address: The Head of Department, Department of Transport and Community Safety, Private Bag X9491, Polokwane, 0700

Hand Delivery: Phamoko Building, Second Floor, Office No. 45, 40 Church Street, Polokwane, 0699

Enquiries: 015 295 1290 / 015 294 8401 / 015 295 1036

Capricorn District

Address: 39 Church Street, Snabasa Building, Polokwane, 0699

Enquiries: 071 946 8565 / 073 170 6748

Sekhukhune District

Postal Address: The Director, Private Bag X61, Lebowakgomo, 0737

Hand Delivery: Lebowakgomo Government Complex

Enquiries: 015 632 9531 / 015 632 9529 / 015 632 9533

Waterberg District

Postal Address: The Director, Private Bag X1038, Modimolle, 0510

Hand Delivery: NTK Building, Corner Limpopo Street and Thabo Mbeki Street, Modimolle

Enquiries: 014 718 2317 / 014 718 2330 / 014 718 2318

Mopani District

Postal Address: The Director, Private Bag X9679, Giyani, 0826

Hand Delivery: Giyani Government Complex

Enquiries: 015 811 7022 / 015 811 7065 / 015 811 7113

Vhembe District

Postal Address: The Director, Private Bag X2145, Sibasa, 0790

Hand Delivery: Thohoyandou Government Complex

Enquiries: 015 960 3000 / 015 960 3094 / 015 960 3032

Important Notes

Applicants should note the following:

• No email applications will be accepted
• No faxed applications will be accepted
• Late applications will not be accepted
• The Z83 form must be fully completed
• The correct reference number must be quoted

• Grade 12 / NQF Level 4 qualification recognised by SAQA
• Must be between 18 and 35 years old
• Must have a valid driver’s licence
• Must have no criminal record
• Must not have visible tattoos
• Must be medically fit
• Must be mentally fit
• Must be physically fit to undergo strenuous training
• Must not have been declared unfit to possess a firearm under the Firearms Control Act or related legislation
• Ability to drive a motor vehicle
• Good verbal communication skills
• Good written communication skills