Stellenbosch Municipality Law Enforcement Learnerships – Only Matric required

The Stellenbosch Municipality in the Western Cape province of South Africa is inviting applications for its 2017/18 Law Enforcement Learnerships from young unemployed South Africans with a Matric / Grade 12 qualification. Learners will be paid a monthly stipend of R 6 196.80.

Minimum Requirement: Matric certificate (Grade 12) or equivalent
Requirements: Must be able to work in a team as well as the ability to function independently • Will be required to safeguard Council’s properties, exercise access control and the enforcement of Council’s by-laws • Sound interpersonal skills • Must be able to work shifts and irregular hours • Must be able to work under pressure • Good health • Must wear prescribed uniform • Preferably situated in Greater Stellenbosch

• Good communication and language skills in two of the three official languages of the Western Cape (Afrikaans, English, Xhosa) Appointments subject to police clearance • Must complete the relevant training in law enforcement and obtain a peace officers qualification

Responsibilities/Duties: Protect municipal officials and council property & Enforcement of by-laws , Visible patrols

Recommendation: Valid Code EB and or Code A driver’s license and/or learner license • Registered Law Enforcement/ Peace Officers qualification

Preference will be given to applicants with relevant law enforcement experience.

Job related enquiries: Mr Cedric Thorpe (021-808 8937)

Salary: R 6 196.80 p/m based on a minimum of 20 shifts per month

In addition to the above-mentioned salary, this position offers competitive benefits which include a 13th cheque, medical aid, pension, housing subsidy/allowance and removal costs under certain conditions.

How to apply?

Applications, clearly marked, accompanied by a comprehensive CV, a covering letter (indicating that you are applying for the position: Learner Law Enforcement Officer – 51 posts) and the details of contactable referees, may be posted to the Human Resource Management Services at Stellenbosch Municipality, P.O. Box 17, Stellenbosch, 7599. No e-mails or faxes will be accepted.

Please note: By applying for this position, the candidate consents to verification checks of qualifications and criminal records. Candidates must be willing to be subjected to a rigorous evaluation process. Certified proof of your qualifications and driver’s licence is a requirement for selection and must be attached to your CV. Candidates who do not submit all the supporting documentation as requested, will not be considered for  this position. Receipt of applications will not be acknowledged and no supporting documentation will be returned.

Closing date: 9 June 2017 @ 12:00

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Stellenbosch Municipality is an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates from the designated groups, including those with disabilities, are encouraged to apply.

If you do not hear from us within ten weeks of the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful. For more details on vacancies, visit our website www.stellenbosch.gov.za. The Council reserves the right not to make an appointment and to add/amend/change the salary package.