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 : 03 July 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 21/66 : OHS INSPECTOR: CONSTRUCTION REF NO: HR4/4/10/07
SALARY : R413 001 per annum
CENTRE : Kariega Labour Centre
REQUIREMENTS : Three-year tertiary qualification in Civil & Construction Engineering. A valid
driver license. 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, Unemployment
Insurance Act. Skills: Planning and organising, 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 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 the impact thereof,
consolidate and compile a 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. WXS Koba Tel No: (041) 995 7047
APPLICATIONS : Deputy Director: Labour Centre Operations, PO Box 562, Uitenhage, 6230.
Hand deliver at 15A Chase Street, Kariega, 6230. Email: JobsECUHG@labour.gov.za

NOTE : EE Targets: priority will be given to African Males, Coloured Male, Coloured
Female, Indian Males, Indian Females, White Males, White Females and
Persons with disabilities.

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POST 21/67 : ADMINISTRATION OFFICER REF NO: HR 4/4/10/05
SALARY : R338 106 per annum
CENTRE : Provincial Office: Eastern Cape

REQUIREMENTS : Three (3) year relevant tertiary qualification in Social Sciences (Psychology;
Public/Business Administration). One (1) years functional experience in Public
Employment/ Administration Services. Knowledge: Social Plan Guidelines, ILO
Conventions, Public Employment Agency (PEA) regulations. Skills: Planning
and organising, Communication skills, Computer skills, Analytical skills,
Presentation skills, Interpersonal skills, Report writing skills.
DUTIES : Render human resources management functions for the PES business unit,
Provide support for the budget administration of the PES business unit, Provide
administrative support for the trainings of the unemployed, Consolidate
monthly and quarterly statistics for the PES business unit, Perform general
administrative functions to the PES business unit.

ENQUIRIES : Ms N Ngaki Tel No: (043) 701 3076
APPLICATIONS : Chief Director: Provincial Operations, Private Bag X9005 East London, 5201,
Hand deliver at No.3 Hill Street East London Email: Jobs–EC3@labour.gov.za
NOTE : EE Targets- priority will be given to African Males, Coloured Male, Coloured
Female, Indian Males, Indian Females, White Males, White Females and
Persons with disabilities.

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POST 21/68 : INSPECTOR BCEA (X2 POSTS)
SALARY : R280 278 per annum
CENTRE : Kariega Labour Centre Ref No: HR4/4/10/06 (X1 Post)
Gqeberha Labour Centre Ref No: HR4/4/10/07 (X1 Post)

REQUIREMENTS : Three (3) year relevant tertiary qualification Labour Relations/ BCOM Law/
LLB. A valid driver’s licence. Knowledge: Departmental policies and
procedures, Skills Development Act, LRA, BCEA, Skills Development Levies
Act, OHS Act, COIDA, SABS codes, UIA, UI Contributions Act, Employment
Equity Act, Immigration Act. Skills: Facilitation, Planning and Organising,
Computer literacy, Interpersonal, Conflict handling, Negotiation, Problem
solving, Interviewing, Presentation, Innovative, Analytical and Verbal and
written communication skills.

DUTIES : Plan and conduct substantive inspections with the aim of ensuring compliance
with all Labour legislation, namely, BCEA, LRA, EEA, UIA COIDA, OHS and
UCA, Plan and execute investigations independently on reported cases
pertaining to contravention of labour legislation and enforce as and when
necessary, including preparing for appearing in Court as the State witness.
Plan and conduct allocated proactive (BLITZ) inspections regularly to monitor
compliance with labour legislation, including compilation and consolidation of
reports emanating from such inspections. Plan and conduct Advocacy
campaigns on all labour legislation, independently analyse the impact thereof,
and consolidate and compile reports. 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 WXS Koba Tel No: (041) 995 7047– Kariega
Mr V Sityana Tel No: (041) 506 5000 – Gqeberha Labour Centre

APPLICATIONS : Deputy Director: Labour Centre Operations, PO Box 562, Uitenhage, 6230.
Hand deliver at 15A Chase Street, Kariega, 6230. Email: JobsECUHG@labour.gov.za
Deputy Director: Labour Centre Operations Private Bag X6045, Gqeberha,

Hand deliver at 116-134 Govan Mbeki Avenue, Central, VSN Building,
Gqeberha, 6000; Email: Jobs-ECPLZ@LABOUR.gov.za
NOTE : EE Targets- priority will be given to African Males, Coloured Male, Coloured
Female, Indian Males, Indian Females, White Males, White Females and
Persons with disabilities.

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POST 21/69 : ADMINISTRATION CLERK REF NO: HR 4/4/10/04 (X2 POSTS)
SALARY : R237 453 per annum
CENTRE : Provincial Office: Eastern Cape

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12/ Matriculation Senior Certificate. Knowledge: Relevant ILO
Conventions, Human Resource Management, Batho Pele Principles. Skills:
Planning and organising, Verbal and written communication, Analytical,
Computer literacy, Presentation, Interpersonal, Report writing, Innovative.

DUTIES : Liaise with stakeholder relations for acquisition of placement opportunities,
Avail information for coordination of International Cross-Boarder Labour
Migration functions, Support coordination of the registration and certification of
Private Employment Agencies, and coordinate large (Provincial) opportunities
from key stakeholders.

ENQUIRIES : Ms N Ngaki Tel No: (043) 701 3076
APPLICATIONS : Chief Director: Provincial Operations, Private Bag X9005 East London, 5201,
Hand deliver at No.3 Hill Street East London Email: Jobs-EC8@labour.gov.za
NOTE : EE Targets- Priority will be given to African Males, Coloured Females, Coloured
Females, Indian Males, Indian Females, White Males, White Females and
People with Disability.