Umzimkhulu Municipality: Firefighter Learnership 2026

Umzimkhulu Municipality: Firefighter Learnership 2026

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Closing Date: 10 March 2026

The Learnership Programme will run for a period of 12 Months.

MUST BE FROM UMZIMKHULU LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (PROOF OF RESIDENCE WILL BE REQUIRED)

1. LEARNER FIREFIGHTER

Stipend R6000.00 Monthly

1 YEAR CONTRACT

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 (Matric) certificate.
• Firefighter one
• Hazmat awareness
• Medically and physically fit for strenuous emergency duties.
• No criminal record (background checks will be conducted).
• Valid Code B (or higher) driver’s license will be an added advantage.
• Ability to work shifts, weekends, public holidays, and under stressful conditions.

Competencies & Skills

• Willingness to learn and undergo intensive training.
• Effective communication and people skills.
• Teamwork and ability to follow instructions.
• Discipline, integrity, and commitment to public service.
• Emotional resilience and ability to work under pressure.

Special Conditions

• Appointment is subject to medical fitness, physical assessments, psychometric testing, and reference checks.
• Successful candidates will be required to sign a learner/firefighter training agreement in accordance with municipal policies.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Participate in firefighting, rescue, and emergency response operations under supervision.
• Assist with fire prevention, community awareness, and safety education programmes.
• Perform routine station duties, equipment checks, cleaning, and maintenance.
• Attend all prescribed training, drills, and assessments.
• Adhere to occupational health and safety standards, fire service discipline, and code of conduct.
• Support disaster management activities as required.

How to Apply

All applications with comprehensive Curriculum Vitae and Application form, Certified copies of educational qualifications must be addressed to:

The Municipal Manager
Attention: Director Corporate Services
UMzimkhulu Municipality
P.O. Box 53
UMzimkhulu
3297

Or hand delivery to 169 main street UMzimkhulu Municipality Old Main Building to Registry Office.

Application forms are also available on the website of the Municipality: www.umzimkhululum.gov.za

Enquiries can be directed to the Director Corporate Services. No faxed or emailed application will be accepted. Umzimkhulu Municipality is an equal opportunity employer with strong gender bias, woman disabled candidates are encouraged to apply.