Traffic Warden Learnership Programme 2026 (25 Posts)

Emalahleni Local Municipality invites suitably qualified candidates to apply for 25 Traffic Warden vacancies for 2026 within the Community Services Department. This opportunity is aimed at candidates who meet the advertised educational, driving licence, and physical fitness requirements and are interested in working in traffic control and municipal law enforcement.

The Traffic Warden opportunity offers applicants a chance to gain experience in municipal services while assisting with traffic control and the enforcement of Council By-Laws.

The advertised annual salary is R197,628.00, at Level 13 of Grade 6. Interested applicants should submit their applications before the closing date

Traffic Warden Learnership Programme 2026: Job Overview

• Municipality: Emalahleni Local Municipality
• Department: Community Services
• Position: Traffic Warden
• Number of Posts: 25
• Salary: R197,628.00 per annum
• Salary Level: Level 13 of Grade 6
• Closing Date: 5 November 2026
• Target Group: Unemployed youth, as described in the opportunity title
• Enquiries: Ms. SA Nxumalo / Mr. ML Sithole
• Telephone: 013 690 6537 / 013 690 6358

Important: The supplied vacancy information identifies the opportunity as a Traffic Warden Learnership Programme, but the vacancy details do not specify the programme duration, stipend arrangements, or whether it is a fixed-term learnership. Applicants should confirm these details with the municipality.

Key Responsibilities of Traffic Wardens

Successful candidates may be required to perform the following duties:

• Assist with traffic control in the municipal area.
• Help maintain orderly traffic movement and support road safety activities.
• Execute and enforce Council By-Laws as required.
• Perform duties assigned by the Executive Director.
• Carry out other responsibilities related to the Traffic Warden position as directed by the municipality.

Salary for Emalahleni Traffic Warden Vacancies 2026

The advertised salary for the Traffic Warden position is R197,628.00 per annum, at Level 13 of Grade 6.

Applicants should contact Emalahleni Local Municipality for clarification regarding the employment arrangement, benefits, and any additional conditions applicable to the advertised opportunity.

Employment Equity

The municipality indicates that the position is employment-equity targeted and specifically encourages African female applicants to apply.

Interested candidates who meet the advertised requirements should consider applying before the closing date.

Minimum Requirements for Traffic Warden Jobs

Applicants interested in the Emalahleni Local Municipality Traffic Warden vacancies must meet the following requirements:

• Grade 12 (Matric).
• A valid Code B driver’s licence.
• Physical fitness to perform the duties associated with the position.
• Ability to communicate in English.
• No criminal record.

Candidates should ensure that they meet the requirements before submitting an application.

How to Apply for the Traffic Warden Learnership Programme 2026

Apply here online for Traffic Warden Learnership Programme 2026 (25 Posts) 

Closing date: 5 November 2026.