The City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality invites qualified and committed individuals to apply for its Metropolitan Police Officer Trainee Programme 2025/2026 under the Public Safety Department. This intensive 18-month training programme offers a unique opportunity to become a Metropolitan Police Officer. Successful candidates will undergo structured training and practical exposure at the JMPD Academy, equipping them with the skills and discipline to serve the people of Johannesburg with integrity and commitment.
Upon successful completion of the training programme and appointment:
- Enforce municipal by-laws and traffic legislation.
- Promote road safety and public order.
- Engage and educate communities on crime prevention.
- Serve in designated areas across the City of Johannesburg.
- Carry a firearm and work in uniform.
- Work shifts, including weekends and public holidays.
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be a South African citizen.
- Possess a valid Senior Certificate (Grade 12/NQF Level 4).
- Be domiciled within the City of Johannesburg (proof of residence required).
- No criminal record or pending cases.
- Be willing to undergo biometric and criminal background checks.
- Hold a valid Code B driver’s license (no learner’s license).
- Be aged between 18 and 35 years.
- Be physically and mentally fit (a certified comprehensive medical report is required).
- Pass a pre-training physical fitness assessment.
- No civil judgments related to fraud or corruption.
- Be proficient in English.
- Be willing to undergo vetting processes.
- Be prepared to carry a firearm and wear a uniform.
Ideal candidates should demonstrate:
- Reliability and honesty
- A strong sense of justice and integrity
- Positive attitude and patience
- Ability to work under pressure
- Willingness to work in all weather conditions and rotating shifts
- Duration: 18 months
- Type: Full-time training with adherence to Academy rules and RTMC policies
- Stipend: Provided as per City policy
- Post-training Deployment: Successful candidates will take the oath of office and may be placed in any region within Johannesburg.
Note: You must apply in the region where you currently reside. Choose the appropriate link below to submit your application online:
- Region A: Apply Here
- Region B: Apply Here
- Region C: Apply Here
- Region D: Apply Here
- Region E: Apply Here
- Region F: Apply Here
- Region G: Apply Here
If you're passionate about public safety, committed to integrity, and ready to make a difference in your community, apply before 08 July 2025 and take the first step toward a meaningful career with the City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department.
