To become a Traffic Cop in South Africa, there are several requirements and steps that need to be followed. This career path involves a combination of specific subjects, qualifications, and training. Let’s explore the essential subjects and qualifications required to become a Traffic Cop.
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Essential Requirements and Qualifications
- Grade 12 Certificate: The primary academic requirement for aspiring Traffic Cops is a Grade 12 certificate or an equivalent NQF level 4 qualification. Subjects in high school that can be particularly beneficial include:
- Mathematics: Helps with problem-solving and logical thinking.
- Physical Science: Provides a good understanding of the physical aspects of traffic and vehicle mechanics.
- Life Orientation: Focuses on personal development, health, and wellness, which are crucial for a career in traffic enforcement.
- Geography: Offers insights into road networks and urban planning.
- Permanent Employment: Candidates must be employed by a local authority (municipality) or provincial administration as a Traffic Trainee. This means that you need to apply for a post when it is advertised in local and national newspapers or through direct enquiries to local or provincial authorities.
- No Criminal Record: Applicants must have a clean criminal record to be considered for the role.
- Physical and Mental Fitness: Candidates must be medically, physically, and mentally fit. This ensures they can perform the demanding tasks associated with traffic control and enforcement.
- Driving Licence: A code B driving licence (manual transmission) is required. Learner’s licences are not accepted.
- Age Requirement: Applicants must be under 35 years old at the time of application.
Once these requirements are met and the candidate is successfully employed, they are sent to one of the 14 Traffic Colleges approved by the Minister of Transport for a one-year training program.
Application Process
Interested candidates cannot apply directly through traffic colleges or academies. Instead, they must apply for positions advertised by local or provincial authorities. These vacancies are typically announced in various media outlets, including newspapers and official websites.
List of Traffic Police Colleges in South Africa
Traffic Officers undergo a rigorous training process that includes both theoretical and practical components. This training is designed to equip them with the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their duties effectively.
For those who aspire to become Metro Police Officers, additional training is required. Metro Police Officers are first trained as Traffic Officers and then receive further training on police duties. This includes crime prevention and the enforcement of municipal by-laws.
Limpopo Traffic Training College
Physical Address:
Thengwe Road (Next to Mutale Driving Licence Testing Centre), Tshilamba, Mutale
Contact Person:
Ms. R Netshiavendza
Email:
netshidzivher@drt.limpopo.gov.za
ngwenyaP@drt.limpopo.gov.za
Telephone:
(015) 967 9314
(015) 967 9300
Fax:
(015) 967 0467
Boekenhoutkloof Traffic Training College
Physical Address:
Plot 81, Sandui Street, Pretoria West
Contact Person:
Mr. SWJ Jacobs (Acting Head of BHKTC)
Email:
swjsmzs@mweb.co.za
Telephone:
(012) 372 8007
(082) 887 6746
Fax:
(012) 372 0401
KwaZulu-Natal Traffic Training College
Physical Address:
240 Burger Street, Pietermaritzburg
Contact Person:
Mr. Reon du Plessis
Email:
reon.duplessis@kzntransport.gov.za
Roshan.singh@kzntransport.gov.za
Telephone:
(033) 394 0202
Fax:
(033) 342 7711
Lengau Traffic Training College
Physical Address:
Church Street, Bloemfontein
Contact Person:
Mr. K E Sease
Email:
seasek@freetrans.gov.za
Telephone:
(051) 409 0437
Fax:
(051) 876 2449
Mangaung Traffic Training College
Physical Address:
81 Charles Street, Bloemfontein
Contact Person:
Mr. Wayne Peens
Email:
wayne.Peens@mangaung.co.za
Telephone:
(051) 412 8100
Fax:
(051) 406 6499
Durban Metro Police Department Academy
Physical Address:
Anderson Road, Lahee Park (Behind Sanlam Centre), Pinetown
Contact Person:
Ms. W Zama
Email:
Zamaw@durban.gov.za
Telephone:
(031) 322 4461
Fax:
(031) 701 0160
Johannesburg Metro Police Department Academy
Physical Address:
No. 1 Stevens Road, Stafford, Booysens, Johannesburg
Contact Person:
Director M Kgaswane
Email:
BerylS@joburg.org.za
MathokozaK@joburg.org.za
Telephone:
(011) 429 5000
Fax:
(011) 493 1675
Tshwane Metro Police Department Academy
Physical Address:
Premos, Staatsartilirie Road, Pretoria
Contact Person:
Mr. Johnny De Kela
Email:
johnnydk@tshwane.gov.za
Telephone:
(012) 358 0005
Fax:
(086) 640 5111
(012) 359 6174
Port Elizabeth Traffic Training College
Physical Address:
Lakeside Road, Green Bushes, Port Elizabeth
Contact Person:
Ms. Julia Nonzinyana (Acting Head of College)
Email:
jnonziny@mandelametro.gov.za
Telephone:
(041) 390 4515
Fax:
(041) 327 2276
Matjhabeng Traffic Training College
Physical Address:
2 Kwartz Street, Welkom
Contact Person:
Mr. Solly Mokoena
Email:
SollyM@matjhabeng.co.za
Telephone:
(057) 391 3295
Fax:
(057) 352 3821
Ekurhuleni Metro Police Department Academy
Physical Address:
3 Hadebe Street, Kwa-Thema, Springs
Contact Person:
Ms. U Naidoo
Ms. Carin Heyneke
Email:
CarinH@ekurhuleni.gov.za
Telephone:
(011) 812 8700
Fax:
(086) 608 0006
(086) 692 8824
Cape Town Metropolitan Police Training Academy
Physical Address:
C/o Lower Main and Station Roads, Observatory
Contact Person:
Mr. Rizaa Coetzee
Email:
Rizaa.coetzee@capetown.gov.za
Telephone:
(021) 444 7301
(021) 444 7304
Fax:
(086) 273 9195
