DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT AND LABOUR VACANCIES

DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT AND LABOUR VACANCIES

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 : 17 August 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. The
requirements for application of Senior Management Services (SMS) include
the successful completion of an SMS Pre-entry programme (Nyukela) as
endorsed by the National School Government (NSG). Prior to appointment, a
candidate should therefore have proof that they have registered for the PreEntry Certificate and have completed the course.

The cost for Nyukela is at the
applicant’s own expense. The course is available at the NSG under the name
Certificate for entry into SMS and the full details can be obtained by following
the below link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-preentryprogramme/. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to
a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and
interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric
assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences,
emotional intelligence, and integrity. 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)
MANAGEMENT ECHELON

POST 27/29 : CLIENT SERVICE OFFICER: IES (X2 POSTS)
SALARY : R280 278 per annum
CENTRE : Labour Centre: Ladysmith Ref No: HR4/4/7/3 (X1 Post)
Labour Centre: Richards Bay Ref No: HR4/4/7/11 (X1 Post)

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12. Experience: None. Knowledge: All relevant Labour legislations and
regulations, Relevant ILO conventions, Public Service Regulations, Public
Service Act, Knowledge of Departmental policies, procedures and guidelines,
Batho Pele Principles. Skills: Interpersonal, Telephone etiquette, Interviewing,
Computer literacy, Communication, Ability to interpret legislation, Problem
solving.

DUTIES : Render services at help desk as the first point of entry within the Registration
services. Resolve all complaints on IES labour legislations received from
clients within the scope and dictates of the IES SOP. Render general
administrative duties and participate in advocacy sessions as and when
required.

ENQUIRIES : Ms L Radebe Tel No: (036) 638 1900 (Ladysmith)
Mr I Ximba Tel No: (035) 780 8708 (Richards Bay)

APPLICATIONS : Deputy Director: Ladysmith Labour Centre, P/Bag X9926, Ladysmith, 3370 Or
hand deliver at 35 Keate Street, Ladysmith. For Online Applications: JobsKZN5@labour.gov.za
Deputy Director: Richards Bay Labour Centre, P/Bag X20033, Empangeni,
3880 Or hand deliver at 11 Lira Rink Road, Richards Bay. For Online
Applications: Jobs-KZN28@labour.gov.za
NOTE : Indian Males, Indian Females, White Males, White Females and Persons with
disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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POST 27/30 : PERSONNEL OFFICER REF NO: HR4/4/7/4
SALARY : R237 453 per annum
CENTRE : Provincial Office- KwaZulu-Natal

REQUIREMENTS : Matriculation / Grade 12 / Senior Certificate Plus Certificate in Human
Resource Management Field. Experience: None Knowledge: Departmental
policies and procedures, HR related systems (PERSAL), Batho Pele
Principles, Employment Equity Act, Public Service Regulations Skills:
Computer literacy, Analytical, Communication, Planning and organising.

DUTIES : Facilitate and provide administrative support for service benefit of employees.
Provide support to the recruitment and selection processes. Capture and
update all personal data on PERSAL system. Attend to clients’ enquiries.

ENQUIRIES : Mr TG Gumede Tel No: (031) 366 2355
APPLICATIONS : Deputy Director: Human Resource Management, P O Box 940, Durban, 4000
or hand deliver at 267 Anton Lembede Street, Durban. For Online Applications
Email to: Jobs-KZN9@Labour.gov.za
NOTE : EE targets – Priority will be given to African Male, Indian Male, White Male &
Female.