JMPD: Metro Police Training Programme

ByRainbow Time

The Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality’s Public Safety Department (JMPD) warmly invites all young individuals aged 18 to 35 to apply for the Training Programme and embark on a journey to become Metropolitan Police Officers.

Seize this opportunity to join the Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) as they call upon youth aged 18-35 to apply for their Training Programme and step into the role of Metropolitan Police Officers.

Position: Metro Police Trainees

Vacancy Bulletin: STC 014/2025

Remuneration: Stipend

Location: JMPD Training Academy

Closing Date: 08 July 2025

The City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality, Public Safety Department (JMPD) is embarking on a training programme and successful applicants will undergo intense training where they will have an opportunity to become Metropolitan Police Officers.

REQUIREMENTS

The Applicant must:

  • be a South African citizen.
  • be in possession of a valid Senior Certificate (Grade 12 /equivalent NQF Level 4).
  • be domicile within the jurisdiction of the Johannesburg Metropolitan area (Applicants must provide original proof of residence).
  • have no criminal conviction/record.
  • be prepared to allow biometric data and other information to be taken for purposes of checking for a criminal record.
  • have a Driver’s License (No Learner’s license), minimum Code B.
  • between the ages of 18 – 35 years.
  • be physically and mentally fit. (A Comprehensive Medical Certificate must be submitted together with the application).
  • be able to subject themselves to and successfully complete a pre-training fitness assessment.
  • have no civil judgment(s) relating to fraud and/or corruption against his/her name.
  • be prepared to undergo vetting processes.
  • be proficient in English.
  • have no objection and be prepared to carry a firearm, and must wear a uniform.

Personal attributes:
The incumbent should be reliable, honest, have the highest sense of justice and integrity, have a positive attitude, be patient, and be able to work under pressure, under all weather conditions and shift hours.

Terms of Training:
Metro Police Trainees will be expected to undergo 18 months of training, and upon successful completion, will be considered for appointment as Metro Police Officers.

For the duration of the training, trainees will be subjected to the terms of training contracts,
Academy rules, and RTMC training policy. Trainees will receive a stipend as per the City’s Policy.

Upon completion of training:
As a Qualified Metropolitan Police Officer, the incumbent must take the oath of office as determined by the Municipality and will be deployed to any area within the City of Johannesburg.

Training venue:
JMPD Training Academy

Closing Date: 08 July 2025

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

  • Complete the online job application form and attach all relevant and updated documents (Certified Qualification/s/Certificates, ID, and CV).
  • Applicants should take note that they can be required to provide proof of original documents during the selection process.
  • You will be requested to provide a brief description of your work experience relating to the vacancy.
  • Applicants with membership in professional bodies need to provide a membership number and expiry date.
  • If you are an internal applicant, your employee number will be required.
  • Applicants are advised to use Google Chrome when applying for CoJ positions.

DISCLAIMER

  • The City of Johannesburg is currently recruiting and will not demand payment in any form for any job placement. All vacancies are advertised in newspapers and on the CoJ website.
  • We are an equal-opportunity employer.
  • By submitting your application for a position at the City of Johannesburg, you are consenting that the personal information submitted as part of your application may be used for the purposes of the Recruitment and Selection and related process.
  • However, registering your CV and/or receipt and acknowledgement of any kind shall not be an indication that your application will be successful and/or lead to employment.
  • The City of Johannesburg shall not be liable for any damage, loss, or liability of whatsoever nature arising from your use of the job opportunity section of this website.
  • The City of Johannesburg reserves the right not to make an appointment.
  • Any misrepresentation or failure to disclose material information on the application form or CV will automatically disqualify your application.

How To Apply

Candidates are advised to make use of Google Chrome when submitting their applications online.

Please take note that only online applications will be considered. Please apply by using the following link below:
MPO_Region A – https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1J0VrJFPZQeijbLG0wppKHgew554

MPO_Region B – https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1YFg0i5O4Q96acbsyy6XGGwew554

MPO_Region C – https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1tYnsuQWyTtCIqF0ojthYUAew554

MPO_Region D – https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1V8dMZV6XQCaOeKAcjAlMHQew554

MPO_Region E – https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1LOPBB6-5TT2wLaKgfCJXRQew554

MPO_Region F – https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1II7VcQmgTc2WxLzpbPK-yQew554

MPO_Region G – https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1_tJKBz0tShKrE8OLFZT44Qew554

Download the advert: Metropolitan Police Officer Trainee

All applications must be submitted online as per links above