Department of Transport Traffic Officer Learnerships 2025

Are you looking for Traffic Officer Learnerships in KwaZulu-Natal for 2025? The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Transport has officially opened applications for 200 Trainee Provincial Inspector positions as part of the Road Traffic Inspectorate (RTI) recruitment program.

This is a valuable opportunity for young, unemployed South Africans who want to pursue a career in law enforcement, road safety, and traffic control.

Learnership Overview – 2025 RTI Traffic Officer Training (KZN)

• Learnership Name: Trainee Provincial Inspector Learnership Programme 2025
• Department: KwaZulu-Natal Department of Transport (KZN DOT)
• Reference Number: DOT 416/2025
• Number of Positions: 200 Posts
• Training Centre: Traffic Training College, Pietermaritzburg

 Salary and Benefits

• During Learnership: R193,359 per annum (Salary Level 4)
• After Completion: Permanent appointment as Provincial Inspector (Salary Level 6)

Minimum Requirements – Who Can Apply?

To be eligible for the KZN Traffic Officer Learnerships 2025, you must meet the following requirements:

• South African Citizen or Permanent Resident
• Senior Certificate (Matric) or NQF Level 4 qualification
• Valid Code B driver’s licence (manual transmission)
• No criminal record – SAPS clearance certificate required
• Medical certificate (not older than 3 months)
• Physically and medically fit (State medical examination required)
• Age 18–35 years on the day of enrolment
• Strong ethical and professional standards

 Skills & Competencies Required

• Excellent communication (verbal & written)
• Strong driving ability
• Independent and critical thinker
• Ability to work under pressure and in a team
• Good understanding of traffic legislation and public safety policies

Duties & Responsibilities (Post-Training)

Once appointed, Provincial Inspectors will be responsible for:

• Enforcing traffic, transport, and public passenger legislation
• Conducting roadblocks, point duty, and escorting abnormal loads
• Monitoring overload control and speed testing operations
• Securing accident scenes and identifying hazardous road locations
• Assisting in crime prevention and road safety campaigns
• Performing admin duties in support of RTI operations

How to Apply – KZN Traffic Officer Learnership 2025

You can apply using one of the following three methods:

Option 1: Hand Delivery

Drop off your application at:
Department of Transport – Inkosi Mhlabunzima Maphumulo House
172 Burger Street, Pietermaritzburg

Option 2: Post or Courier

Mail your application to:
Recruitment & Selection Section
Human Resource Administration Directorate
Private Bag X9043, Pietermaritzburg, 3200

Option 3: Apply Online

Submit your application via the official KZN e-Recruitment Portal: www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs

Important: Use the reference number DOT 416/2025 on all application materials.

Closing date: 29 September 2025