The Applications are open for people to apply. It must be people who hold grade 12 certificates. The Post is internal and external.
The closing date of the Application is the 13th of February meaning that the post is closing two weeks from now.
Reference Number: SS 07/23 Ext
Department: Fire Services
Directorate Safety And Security: Learner Firefighter.
The Requirements for the job
Applicant must be someone with Grade 12 and someone who studied mathematics and Physical sciences. You can still apply if you don’t have Mathematics and physical sciences, however, the first preference will be someone who studied Physical science and Mathematics.
Must not be studying and must be over 18 years of age.
You must have no criminal record
You must be healthy and fit medically and physically fit.
Applicant must be a brave person who is not scared of confined spaces or heights.
Succesfull candidates will be expected to do the following:
Reach test 1.9 m
2.4 km run
Push-ups
Sit-ups
Dead load carries
What will happen after you passed the test?
The applicant will be required to pass the written assessment and pass an interview.
Submit fingerprints is compulsory
Will be going under city medical evaluation
Will undergo drug test
Acrophobia test
will be given uniform and protective clothes
How to Apply
Applicants must apply on-line via eRecruitment. Please note that no hard copy or emailed applications will be accepted. In order to apply on-line, applicants must first create an e-Services Account on the City of Cape Town Website. www.capetown.gov.za
Applicants may use any computer with internet access to apply. Smart phones are not compatible with this on-line application process and cannot be used to apply.
Applicants may use a Smart Cape computer at a City of Cape Town Library if they are a library member. To become a library member, you will need to apply for membership at a library with your ID and proof of residence. Certified copies of qualifications must be available on request.
Applicants are respectfully informed that, if no notification of appointment is received within three months of the closing date, they must accept that their applications were unsuccessful. Please note that no late applications will be considered.
On-line applications must include the submission of:
• A certified copy of your South African Identity Document (no affidavits will be accepted)
• A recently certified copy of matric certificate Shortlisted candidates will be informed via SMS or telephonically when to report to the identified venue to complete the compulsory tests.
Shortlisted candidates are advised to bring their own gear, food and refreshments to the testing venue. All assessments are done by means of a process of elimination Only applicants with no criminal record and no pending criminal cases, awaiting trial and/or pending sentencing cases will be considered for employment. Only applicants, who have undergone a compulsory drug test and By submitting your application for a position at the City of Cape Town, you are consenting that the personal information submitted as part of your application may be used for the purposes of the Recruitment and Selection and related process. are found to be drug free, will be considered for employment.
There should be no expectation of receiving a job offer by applying for, and subsequently being tested and found competent. Canvassing by job applicants or, any other person on behalf of job applicants, for posts within the Council’s Service is prohibited and evidence thereof will disqualify the applicant’s application for consideration for appointment. If appointed, candidates are required to make themselves available to work as they are rostered, and are not permitted to have other employment or run a private business whilst in the employ of the City without the City Manager’s written permission. Random testing for possession and or consumption of drugs / alcohol / illegal substances may be carried out during the course of employment.