Midvaal Local Municipality Fire Fighter Internships 2026 Midvaal Local Municipality invites South African unemployed youth to apply for the Fire Fighter Internship Programme 2026. Internship Application Closing Date: 24 April 2026 at 12:00 Internship Location: Midvaal Local Municipality, Meyerton, Gauteng, South Africa Internship Overview * Position: Fire Fighter Intern (Ref: MN4089/26) * Duration: 3-Year Contract * Salary: R8 786.54 per month (R105 438.48 per annum) * Preference: Applicants from the Sedibeng Region Minimum Requirements Applicants must meet the following requirements: * Grade 12 or equivalent qualification * Fire Fighter 1 & 2 with Hazmat Awareness and Operations (or equivalent) * First Aid Level 3 or Basic Ambulance Course * Valid Code C Driver’s License * Must be medically and physically fit * Must be able to swim * No phobias such as claustrophobia or acrophobia * Knowledge or experience in fire and rescue will be an added advantage * 3 months internship experience will be an added advantage * Must be hardworking and self-disciplined Duties and Responsibilities Successful candidates will be expected to: * Respond to daily operational tasks from the Station Officer * Conduct routine checks on vehicles and firefighting equipment * Clean and maintain equipment and vehicles * Report faults and malfunctions * Assist in firefighting operations with senior personnel * Attend emergency incidents and rescue operations * Fight grass, wildland, and structural fires * Protect property and firefighting equipment * Perform control room duties when required * Follow all commands at emergency scenes * Carry out any additional duties assigned by supervisors Employment Equity * Preference will be given to candidates who promote representativity * Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply * Midvaal Local Municipality is an equal opportunity employer Important Notes * Applicants must apply online via the official municipal website * Incomplete or illegible applications will be disqualified * Shortlisted candidates will undergo: + Qualification verification + Criminal record checks + Security vetting * Candidates with foreign qualifications must provide SAQA evaluation * If you do not receive feedback within 3 months, consider your application unsuccessful How to Apply Click here to apply for Midvaal Local Municipality Fire Fighter Internship 2026: For enquiries, contact Human Resources: Tel: (016) 360-7435 / 7432 / 7569 / 7557 Additional Information Midvaal Local Municipality complies with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), ensuring that all applicant information is handled responsibly. The municipality also reimburses travel costs for candidates travelling over 400km for interviews (for positions on levels 1–4). Note: The Council reserves the right not to make an appointment.