Are you looking to build a career in emergency services and public safety? Kouga Local Municipality is inviting suitably qualified applicants to apply for the Learner Fire Fighter Programme 2026.
This 24-month contractual learnership provides an opportunity to gain hands-on operational experience within fire and emergency environments in the Eastern Cape.
What Should You Know Before You Start?
Before preparing your application, you must know that this learnership is physically demanding and involves working under potentially hazardous conditions.
Successful candidates will operate in high-risk environments, face extreme weather, work at heights, and do shift work. Preference is given to applicants who reside within the Kouga Local Municipality area of jurisdiction.
What Are the Key Details?
The table below breaks down the key position details and salary breakdown for the program:
Minimum Requirements
To qualify for consideration, candidates must meet all of the following requirements:
- Education: Grade 12 / Matric.
- Firefighting Certification: Fire Fighter One (NFPA 1010, previously NFPA 1001).
- Advanced Certification: Fire Fighter Two (NFPA 1010, previously NFPA 1001).
- Hazmat Training: Hazmat Awareness (NFPA 470) and Hazmat Operational (NFPA 470).
- First Aid: First Aid Level 3 certificate.
- Driver’s License: Valid Code B or Code C1 driver’s license.
- Languages: Ability to speak, read, and write in at least two official local languages (Afrikaans, English, or Xhosa).
- Skills: Attention to detail, teamwork, knowledge of fire legislation, and stress tolerance.
Which Documents Should You Prepare First?
You must combine all required documentation into ONE single PDF document. Attaching multiple PDF files or sending unmerged attachments can lead to automatic disqualification.
Prepare these documents:
- Completed formal municipal application form (obtained from the official Kouga Local Municipality website).
- Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Certified copies of all academic and firefighting qualifications.
- Certified copy of your South African Identity Document (ID).
- Certified copy of your valid Code B or C1 driver’s license.
How Do You Submit Your Application?
Applications for this position are submitted electronically via email rather than an interactive website portal form:
- Download the prescribed formal application form from the Kouga Local Municipality Official Website.
- Complete the application form fully and accurately.
- Scan and merge your completed application form, CV, ID, driver’s license, and qualifications into a single PDF document.
- Email your single PDF attachment directly to: recruitment@kouga.gov.za
- Ensure the email reaches the Human Resource Manager before the stated deadline.
Warning on Disqualification: Canvassing councillors, submitting fraudulent qualifications, or failing to merge documents into one single PDF file will result in disqualification.
Closing Date
- Closing Date & Time: 04 November 2026 at 12:00 PM.
- Note: If you do not receive feedback within 30 days after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Can I join with Matric only?
No, Matric alone is not sufficient. Candidates must also hold Fire Fighter 1 & 2 (NFPA 1010/1001), Hazmat Awareness & Operational (NFPA 470), First Aid Level 3, and a valid Code B or C1 driver’s license.
2. Can I submit multiple PDF files if my file size is too big?
No. The recruitment policy states that applications must be submitted as a single PDF document. Submitting more than one file may lead to disqualification.
3. Who can I contact for application inquiries?
For questions regarding the Learner Fire Fighter Program, contact Ms Z Gxuluwe at the municipality via phone on 042 200 2200.
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