The City of Tshwane invites applications for 200 Metro Police Trainee positions as listed under Job Forum 28/2025 on the City’s official public website.
Application Closing Date: 5 August 2025 (Online applications close at midnight)
Location: City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality (All Regions)
Department: Tshwane Metro Police – Training and Innovation, Police Training Academy
Reference Number: COSA169-2025
Stipend: Monthly stipend (as determined by the department)
Duration of Training: 18 months
Position Type: Metro Police Trainee (Entry-level training programme)
Available Posts: 200
Job Purpose
The Tshwane Metro Police Department (TMPD) is recruiting young, physically and mentally fit individuals who are committed to a professional policing career. Successful applicants will undergo 18 months of structured training and will be deployed in traffic policing, by-law enforcement, and crime prevention duties.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following selection criteria:
- Grade 12 (Matric) certificate – attach documentary proof
- Valid manual driver’s licence – must pass a practical driving test
- South African citizen and resident of Tshwane – include proof of residence and affidavit if surname differs from registered owner
- Aged 18 to 35 years
- Medically fit – submit a medical certificate
- Must pass physical fitness, psychometric, and English proficiency assessments
- Must have no criminal record or pending cases
- Not listed on the sexual or child offender register
- Not previously dismissed from government due to misconduct
- Must not have visible tattoos when in uniform
- Not declared incompetent to own a firearm under the Firearms Control Act
- Must be willing to sign a Code of Conduct
Duties and Responsibilities
Upon successful completion of training, Metro Police Officers will:
- Enforce the National Road Traffic Act (Act 93 of 1996)
- Enforce municipal by-laws and regulations
- Participate in crime prevention operations
Personal Attributes
- Good communication skills
- Physically and mentally fit
- Strong sense of integrity and public service
- Ability to work under pressure and in uniformed environments
How to Apply
To apply, visit the official City of Tshwane website:
Click here to apply for the 2025 Metro Police Trainee Programme
Steps:
- Visit www.tshwane.gov.za
- Click Documents → Job Forums → JF 28/2025
- Go to Careers or E-services → e-Recruitment
- Register/log in and apply online only
Note: No manual or email applications will be accepted. Applications close at midnight on 5 August 2025.
Enquiries
- Veli Nwandule: 012 358 1277
- Evelyn van der Merwe: 012 358 5659
- Technical help (e-Recruitment portal): erecruithelp@tshwane.gov.za