JMPD Metro Police Learnerships 2025

Applications are now open for the JMPD Metro Police Learnerships 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity to launch your career in public safety and serve your community. Learn more about the program, eligibility requirements, and how to apply within this post.

Exciting Training Opportunity: Become a Metropolitan Police Officer in Johannesburg

Are you passionate about serving your community and ready for a career in law enforcement? The City of Johannesburg has officially opened applications for its Metropolitan Police Officer Trainee Programme under Vacancy Bulletin STC 014/2025.

What’s on Offer?

This is a training opportunity within the Public Safety Department’s Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD). Successful applicants will undergo 18 months of intensive training at the JMPD Training Academy. Upon completion, trainees will be considered for appointment as full-fledged Metropolitan Police Officers.

A stipend will be provided during training in accordance with the City’s policy.

Desired Personal Attributes

The ideal candidate should be:

• Honest and reliable

• Committed to justice and integrity

• Positive, patient, and resilient

• Able to handle pressure and adapt to shift work

Who Can Apply?

To be eligible, applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:

• Be a South African citizen.

• Possess a Grade 12 Certificate or NQF Level 4 equivalent.

• Be a resident within Johannesburg’s metropolitan area (original proof of residence is required).

• Hold a valid driver’s license (minimum Code B – no learner’s licenses accepted).

• Be between 18 and 35 years old.

• Be physically and mentally fit, supported by a comprehensive medical certificate.

• Be proficient in English.

• Have no criminal record, no civil judgments related to fraud or corruption, and be willing to undergo background vetting.

• Be prepared to carry a firearm, wear a uniform, and work shifts in all weather conditions.

Please note the following 

• All relevant documents (certified qualifications, ID, CV, etc.) must be uploaded.

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

• Applicants must consent to various background checks if shortlisted.

• No payment is required for application—beware of fraud.

Location: South Africa

How to apply 

Only online applications will be accepted.

• 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

For enquiries, contact Nokulunga Masengemi at 011 375 5252.

Closing date:  Tuesday, 08 July 2025