Job Description

Position: Metro Police Trainee
Department: Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD)
Location: City of Johannesburg, Gauteng
Reference: 2026 Metro Police Training Intake
Training Duration: 18 Months
Commencement Date: 1 January 2026
Stipend: In accordance with the City of Johannesburg’s Policy
Application Method: Online via www.joburg.org.za
Closing Date: Tuesday, 08 July 2025

The Role

The Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) is offering an opportunity for 500 young, disciplined, and community-oriented individuals to undergo an 18-month Metro Police Training Program. Successful completion of the program will qualify candidates for possible permanent appointment as Metro Police Officers, subject to availability and performance. The program is designed to equip recruits with the legal, tactical, and practical skills needed to enforce municipal bylaws and contribute to law enforcement and road safety within the City of Johannesburg.

Requirements

To be eligible for consideration, applicants must meet all the following criteria:

Minimum Eligibility Criteria

• Must be a South African citizen.

• Must possess a Senior Certificate (Grade 12) or equivalent NQF Level 4 qualification.

• Must reside within the City of Johannesburg, and be able to provide original, verifiable proof of residence.

  • Address verification will include physical checks by officers and voter’s roll validation.

• Must be between 18 and 35 years of age at the time of application.

• Must not have any criminal record or pending cases.

• Must consent to biometric data collection and background/criminal checks.

• Must not have any civil judgments for fraud and/or corruption.

• Must be physically and mentally fit, supported by a valid Medical Certificate.

• Must successfully complete a pre-training physical fitness assessment.

• Must be proficient in English (written and verbal).

• Must hold a valid South African driver’s license (Code B) – Learner’s Licenses will not be accepted.

• Must have no objections to carrying a firearm or wearing a uniform.

• Must be willing to undergo thorough vetting procedures in accordance with City policy.

Important Application Instructions

• Only online applications will be accepted.

• Applications must be submitted to the specific regional link based on your residential area.

  • Incorrectly submitted applications will be disqualified.

• Application re-submission is required due to the previous advertisement being retracted.

• No payment is required to apply for this opportunity—positions are not for sale.

Contact Information

For enquiries, please contact:
📞 Nokulunga Masengemi – 011 375 5252
📧 NokulungaMa@joburg.org.za