SAPS Mpumalanga: Basic Policing Traineeship 2018 / 2019
The South African Police Service invites applications from all
races and gender for Enlistment in the Basic Police Development
Learning Programme (BPDLP) from young, energetic, intelligent,
physically and mentally fit individuals, dedicated to serving
their country by pursuing a career in policing.
Trainneship Application Closing Date:
15 June 2018
Traineeship Location: Various Locations around
Mpumalanga
Traineeship Provider: South African Police
Service (SAPS)
Basic enlistment requirements: Young South African men
and women who apply to be appointed as a member in terms of the
South African Police Service Act, 1995 (Act no 68 of 1995)
must:
- Apply on the application form determined by the National
Commissioner and affirm under oath or by way of a solemn
declaration that the information furnished in the application
form is true and correct;
- Be a South African citizen of which documentary proof must
be furnished;
- Be at least eighteen (18) and under thirty (30) years of
age of which documentary proof must be furnished (APPLICANTS
MUST BE UNDER THE AGE OF 30 YEARS BEFORE THE CLOSING DATE OF
THIS ADVERTISEMENT);
- Be in possession of a Grade 12 school certificate or
National Certificate (Vocational) Safety in Society of which
documentary proof must be furnished (2017 matriculants are
welcome to apply and before enlistment proof of successful
completion of Grade 12 (Senior Certificate) must be submitted.
As an interim arrangement kindly submit proof of Statement of
Symbols, reflecting a pass rate for Senior Certificate); An
aggregate of “4” and above in English may serve as an
advantage;
- Must be in possession of a valid light motor vehicle
driver’s licence. Only 10% of the total allocation of trainees
will be allowed without a driver’s licence;
- Submit himself or herself to a physical medical examination
as determined by the National Commissioner and must be found to
be physically and mentally fit for appointment in the post for
which he or she applies;
- Undergo a psychological assessment as determined by the
National Commissioner and be found to comply with the profile
of a police official;
- Be proficient in at least two of the official languages, of
which one must be English;
- Be prepared to take the oath of office;
- Be prepared to undergo such training as determined by the
National Commissioner;
- Not have any tattoo marks of which will be visible when
wearing the SAPS summer uniform;
- Have no previous criminal convictions and/or pending
criminal, civil, disciplinary cases and such person shall allow
his or her fingerprints to be taken and allow background
enquiries to be made;
- Not have been declared unfit to possess a firearm;
- Be prepared to serve anywhere in the Republic;
- Must have a Body Mass Index (BMI) of less than 30; and
- Male applicants must have a Waist circumference £ 102cm and
Female applicants must have a maximum waist circumference of
88cm.
All applicants will be subjected to a fitness, psychometric and
integrity testing as well as medical evaluation and will be
interviewed during the recruitment, selection and enlistment
process. The SAPS will also verify the criminal record,
qualifications, driver’s license, citizenship and residential
address of each applicant. Applicants in possession of valid
driver’s license for at least a light motor vehicle will
receive preference. Applicants will be subjected to a vetting
process which will include security screening and fingerprint
verification. Applicants who previously served in a Government
Department and who were dismissed as a result of misconduct are
excluded. In view of the physical demands of the Basic Police
Development Learning Programme, applicants with chronic
diseases, physical impairments or any other health condition
that may lead to interruption of the training programme, will
be excluded from participation in the programme. Such
applicants’ failure to disclose the conditions will result in
their withdrawal from the programme on the determination
thereof.
The Criminal Law (Forensic Procedures) Amendment Act, Act 37
of 2013 requires that all new appointments in the South African
Police Service as from 31st of January 2015 provide a
buccal (inside cheek) sample in order to determine their
forensic DMA profile. The forensic DMA profile derived from the
sample will be loaded to the Elimination Index of the National
Forensic DMA Database.
Basic Police Development Learning Programme (BPDLP)
Successful applicants will participate in the Basic Police
Development Learning Programme (hereafter referred to as the
PROGRAMME) for a period of 21 (twenty one) months. Remuneration
for Induction Phase and Basic Training Phase will be a stipend
of R4500-00. The PROGRAMME shall consist of three phases:
- Induction Phase
- One (1) month at a designated police station;
- One (1) month at a designated police station;
- Basic Training Phase
- Eight (8) months Basic Training at a designated SAPS
Academy (with practical training at a designated police
station);
- Eight (8) months Basic Training at a designated SAPS
- Probation Phase
- After successful completion of the Induction and the
Basic training Phases, the police trainee shall be
appointed as a member of the Service under probation for a
period of 12 months.
- After successful completion of the Induction and the
During the Basic Training Phase of the PROGRAMME the Service
shall provide free training gear, meals and accommodation to
the police trainee. Trainees will also receive medical aid
benefits for the duration of the 21 month Basic Training
Learning Programme. Upon successful completion of the Basic
Training Learning Programme, trainees will be considered for
permanent appointment as members of the SAPS.
Remuneration during the Probation Phase (on completion of the
training period) will be on the first notch of Band A
(currently R164 109 per annum). In addition to this, appointees
will receive the applicable service benefits.
Core Functions: Successful candidates will serve as
functional police officials. As such, they will be deployed to
carry out one or more of the following functions: • Prevent,
combat and investigate crime, • Maintain public order, •
Protect and secure the inhabitants of the Republic and their
property, • Uphold and enforce the law
How to Apply
Application forms are obtainable at all
local police stations. The application form must be completed
in your own handwriting and must be handed in at your nearest
police station.
- Applicants must take note of the fact that application
forms and employment are not for sale and any payment offered
by an applicant or promises provided in this regard will be
investigated and may lead to criminal prosecution. Applicants
may report such incidents to the National Anti Corruption Line
at telephone number: 0800 701 701.
- Specify the post which you are applying for.
- Make sure you have signed your application form.
- Attach certified copies of your: • ID Document, • Driver’s
license, • Matric/Senior Certificate (Grade 12 certificate •
Additional qualifications, • Proof of residence.
- You are advised to apply for posts within your province,
close to your place of
- residence.
- Visit your nearest police stations in order to obtain
application forms.
- Application forms must be hand delivered to
- (a) Your nearest Police Station (HRM office)
VACANCIES: MPUMALANGA
PIENAAR CLUSTER / WITBANK CLUSTER |
BARBERTON MP01 / 05 / 2018DELMAS MP15 / 05 / 2018
|
MIDDELBURG CLUSTER |
WHITE RIVER MP07 / 05 / 2018BELFAST MP20 / 05 / 2018 |
TONGA CLUSTER |
HENDRINA MP21 / 05 / 2018KAMHLUSHWA MP08 / 05 / 2018
|
STANDERTON CLUSTER / KWA-MHLANGA CLUSTER |
MORGENZON MP38 / 05 / 2018KWAGGAFONTEIN MP25 / 05 / 2018
|
PIET RETIEF CLUSTER / ACORNHOEK CLUSTER |
AMSTERDAM MP43 / 05 / 2018ACORNHOEK MP11 / 05 / 2018
|
GERT SIBANDE REGION / SECUNDA CLUSTER/ERMELO CLUSTER |
BALFOUR MP48 / 05 / 2018BREYTEN MP28 / 05 / 2018
|
CONTACT DETAILS
Your nearest Police Station (Human Resource Official); Lt Col
Todani Capt Nkosi, 013 762 4318 / 013 762 4898
Notifications
Correspondence will be conducted with successful candidates
only. The South African Police Service is an equal opportunity,
affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote
representivity through the filling of these posts. The South
African Police Service is under no obligation to fill the
advertised posts. If you have not received feedback from the
South African Police Service within 3 months of the closing
date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.
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