DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT AND LABOUR: OHS INSPECTOR

DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT AND LABOUR: OHS INSPECTOR

DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT AND LABOUR
It is the Department’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this
post with a candidate whose transfer / promotion / appointment will promote representivity in line with
the numeric targets as contained in our Employment Equity plan.

CLOSING DATE : 29 June 2026 at 16:00 (walk-in) and 23:59 (online)

NOTE : All attachments for online application must include an application form Z83 and
CV only combined, in PDF and as one attachment. Zipped, IMG and JPEG
documents will not be accepted. indicate the correct job title and the reference
number of the post on the subject line of your email. Use the correct email
address associated with the post. Failure to do so, your application will be
disqualified. Applications quoting the relevant reference number must be
submitted on the new form Z83, obtainable from any Public Service
Department or on the internet at www.gov.za/documents. Received
applications using the incorrect application for employment (old Z83) will not
be considered. Each post(s) advert must be accompanied by its own
application form for employment and must be fully completed, initialled and
signed by the applicant as instructed below. Failure to fully complete, initial and
sign the Z83 form will lead to disqualification of the application during the
selection process.

All fields of Section A, B, C and D of the Z83 must be
completed in full. Section E, F, G (Due to the limited space on the Z83 it is
acceptable for applicants to indicate refer to CV or see attached. However, the
question related to conditions that prevent re-appointment under Part “F” must
be answered and declaration signed. Only an updated comprehensive CV (with
detailed previous experience if any) and a completed and signed new Z83
application form is required. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to
submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents on or
before the day of the interview following the communication from Human
Resources and such qualification(s) and other related document(s) will be in
line with the requirements of the advert. Non-RSA Citizens/Permanent
Resident Permit holders in possession of foreign qualifications must be
accompanied by an evaluation report issued by the South African Qualification
Authority (SAQA) (only when shortlisted).

The Department does not accept
applications via fax. Applicants who do not comply with the abovementioned
instructions/ requirements, as well as applications received late will not be
considered. Failure to submit all the requested documents will result in the
application not being considered. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted
candidates only. If you have not been contacted within eight (8) weeks after the
closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was
unsuccessful.

All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake
two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a
candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements
and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Suitable
candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record,
citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification and employment
verification). Please note by responding to the advertisement, you consent to
the collection, processing, and storing of your Personal Information in
accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act(POPIA) Your
information will be used soley for the purpose of this promotion and will not be
shared with third parties without prior consent unless required by law. The
Department reserves the right not to make any appointment(s) to the below
advertised post(s).

The successful candidate will be expected to sign a
performance agreement. The Department is an equal opportunity affirmative
action employer. The Employment Equity Plan of the Department shall inform
the employment decision. It is the Department’s intention to promote equity
(race, gender and disability) through the filling of this post(s)

OTHER POSTS

POST 20/20 : OHS INSPECTOR REF NO: HR4/4/1/80
SALARY : R413 001 per annum
CENTRE : Makhanda Labour Centre

REQUIREMENTS : Senior Certificate plus a 3-year recognized qualification (NQF6/7 SAQA
recognized) in Occupational Hygiene / Environmental Health / Analytical
Chemistry / Chemical Engineering / Electrical/Mechanical Engineering/. A valid
driver license. Registration with the relevant, recognized professional body is
an advantage but not compulsory. Knowledge: Departmental policies and
procedures, Occupational Health and Safety Act, as amended, Regulations
(21), South African National Standards (Codes)- incorporated Codes become
regulations, Compensation for Occupational injuries and Diseases Act,
Unemployed Insurance Act. Skills: Planning and organizing, Communication
skills, Computer Literacy, Facilitation skills, Interpersonal skills, Conflict
handling skills, Negotiation skills, Problem solving skills, Interviewing skills,
Presentation skills, Innovation skills, Analytical skills, Verbal and written
communication skills.

DUTIES : To plan and independently conduct inspections with the aim of ensuring
compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 85 of 1993,
Regulations and incorporated Standards. To confirm registration of with the
Unemployment Insurance Act and the Compensation for Occupational Injuries
and Diseases Act. Plan, investigate and finalise independently incidents and
complaints reported pertaining to the OHS Act and the relevant regulations and
enforce as and when necessary, appear in Court as a State witness. Plan and
conduct allocated proactive inspections as per schedule to monitor compliance
with the relevant labour legislation including compiling and consolidating
reports emanating from such inspections. Plan and conduct advocacy
campaigns on all labour legislation independently, analyse impact thereof,
consolidate and compile report. Contribute at a higher level to planning,
drafting and maintenance of regional inspection plans and reports including,
execution of analysis and compilation of consolidated statistical reports on
regional and allocated cases.

ENQUIRIES : Ms Z Ntlokwana Tel No: (046) 622 2104
APPLICATIONS : Deputy Director: Labour Centre Operations, PO Box X 342 Makhanda, 6140,
Hand deliver at 20 High Street Makhanda, 6140. Email: JobsECGTN@labour.gov.za
NOTE : EE Targets- Priority will be given to African Males, Whites, Indians, Coloureds
and People with Disability.