JMPD is warning the public about a fake job advertisement circulating on social media platforms, including WhatsApp and TikTok.
The department has distanced itself from a false job post titled “JMPD Circular 2026: JMPD Traffic Assistants Training Posts 2026”, dated May 26, 2026.
The fake digital flyer invites people to apply for traffic assistant training positions in Gauteng, claiming applicants would earn R5,500 per month, with a closing date of June 12, 2026.
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Applicants were instructed to apply via WhatsApp on 076 365 9977 or by clicking a “link in bio”.
According to a statement issued by the JMPD, the advertisement is a scam.
“The JMPD has not issued any such circular, and there are currently no open vacancies or training intakes for traffic assistants,” the statement read.
The department further noted that the JMPD and the City of Johannesburg (CoJ) would never ask applicants to text a mobile number, send a message saying “Hi JMPD”, or use third-party social media bio links to obtain application forms.
The department also stressed that it would never request application, medical, administrative, or any other fees to secure employment or training opportunities.
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The JMPD urged vulnerable job seekers to exercise extreme caution and follow official recruitment protocols.
The CoJ only advertises job vacancies on its official website, joburg.org.za, and on its official social media platforms. Interested applicants can apply through the CoJ online recruitment portal.
The City added that its recruitment process is transparent and that no fees are charged when applying for jobs.
How to identify scam or fraudulent job posts:
• Advertisements posted informally on social media platforms such as TikTok, Facebook groups, or random job blogs.
• Requests to apply by texting a mobile number, sending a WhatsApp message, or using generic public email addresses such as Gmail or Yahoo.
•Requests for upfront payments, processing fees, medical examination fees, or digital money transfers to secure a position.
• Anyone claiming to represent JMPD Human Resources and asking for money or personal documents.
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Residents are urged not to share personal documents or make payments to suspected scammers.
Members of the public can report suspicious activity to the CoJ Anti-Fraud Hotline on 0800 002 587 or 0800 203 712, or to their nearest police station.
JMPD Human Resources is currently working with police to trace the individuals allegedly impersonating officials.
JMPD spokesperson, Xolani Fihla, said that they haven’t arrested anyone yet. They are still investigating.
