The Department of Employment and Labour is inviting suitably qualified individuals to apply for various vacancies across South Africa. These opportunities are aimed at promoting equity and representativity in line with the department’s Employment Equity Plan. If you have the required skills, qualifications, and passion for public service, this is your chance to contribute to a better working South Africa.
Vacancy Details
| Employer: | Department of Employment and Labour |
|---|---|
| Closing Date: | 22 August 2025 at 16:00 (walk-in) and 00:00 (online) |
| Location: | Various locations across South Africa |
1. Principal Inspector: Occupational Health and Hygiene
Reference No: HR4/4/9/38
Salary: R582 444 per annum
Centre: Labour Centre Gqeberha
Requirements:
- NQF 6/Undergraduate Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Health/Hygiene/Occupational Health/Hygiene Analytical Chemistry/Chemical Engineering
- Valid driver’s licence
- 4 years’ functional experience in Health and Hygiene Inspection services
Duties:
- Develop and implement OHS strategy for the department
- Conduct complex health and hygiene inspections
- Provide technical research and enforcement support
Enquiries: Mr M Ngqolowa Tel: (041) 506 5000
Applications: Email to Jobs-ECPLZ@labour.gov.za
2. OHS Inspector: Mechanical Engineering
Reference No: HR/4/4/6/03
Salary: R397 116 per annum
Centre: Labour Centre East London
Requirements:
- NQF 6 in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering/Environmental Health/Analytical Chemistry/Chemical Engineering/Civil & Construction Engineering
- Valid driver’s licence
Duties:
- Conduct OHS Act compliance inspections
- Investigate incidents and complaints
- Prepare inspection reports and conduct advocacy campaigns
Enquiries: Mr MC Njamela Tel: (043) 702 7500
Applications: Email to Jobs-ECELN@Labour.gov.za
3. Employment Services Practitioner (ESP II)
Reference No: HR4/4/9/27
Salary: R397 116 per annum
Centre: Labour Centre East London
Requirements:
- NQF 6 in Social Sciences (Psychology, Industrial Psychology), Public Administration, or Business/Public Management
- 2 years’ functional experience in a client-oriented environment
- Valid driver’s licence
Duties:
- Market PES services and manage work-seeker recruitment
- Process cross-border labour migration requests
- Oversee registration and referral of work-seekers
Enquiries: Mr MC Njamela Tel: (043) 701 7501/02
Applications: Email to Jobs-ECELN@labour.gov.za
4. Administrative Officer: PES
Reference No: HR4/4/9/22
Salary: R325 101 per annum
Centre: Provincial Office East London
Requirements:
- NQF 6 in Social Sciences (Psychology), Public/Business Administration
- 1 year functional experience in recruitment services
Duties:
- Administer cross-border migration applications
- Coordinate stakeholder placement opportunities
- Support ESSA end users and DEL placement services
Enquiries: Ms NR Ngaki Tel: (043) 701 3074/76
Applications: Email to Jobs-EC3@labour.gov.za
5. Legal Administration Officer (MR-3 to MR-5) – X4 Posts
Reference No: HR5/1/2/3/66
Salary: R324 579 – R1 111 323 per annum (OSD)
Centre: Compensation Fund, Pretoria
Requirements:
- LLB/BPROC/BCOMLAW/BA LAW
- Admission as Advocate/Attorney
- 2–8 years’ post-qualification legal experience
Duties:
- Draft and vet contracts
- Handle litigation for the Fund
- Provide legal opinions and supervise staff
Enquiries: Adv LA Shokane Tel: 067 415 4027
Applications: Email to Jobs-CF10@labour.gov.za
6. BCEA Inspector: Inspection Services – X3 Posts
Salary: R269 499 per annum
Centres & Refs:
- Pietermaritzburg (Ref No: HR4/4/5/52) – X2 Posts
- Port Shepstone (Ref No: HR4/4/5/53) – X1 Post
Requirements:
- NQF 6 in Labour Relations/BCOM Law/LLB
- Valid driver’s licence
Duties:
- Conduct labour legislation compliance inspections
- Investigate and enforce labour laws
- Conduct proactive inspections and advocacy campaigns
Applications:
- Pietermaritzburg: Jobs-KZN21@Labour.gov.za
- Port Shepstone: Jobs-KZN23@Labour.gov.za
7. Client Service Officer: IES
Reference No: HR4/4/6/01
Salary: R269 499 per annum
Centre: Cradock Labour Centre
Requirements:
- Matric/Grade 12
- Knowledge of all labour legislations
- Computer literacy and customer service skills
Duties:
- Serve clients at help desk
- Provide employment services
- Handle complaints and COIDA/UIF forms
Enquiries: Ms N Mkonto Tel: (048) 881 3010
Applications: Email to Jobs-ECCRD@Labour.gov.za
How to Apply
To apply and for more details, visit the Department of Employment and Labour official website.
Ensure you use the new Z83 form, attach your CV in one PDF document, and indicate the correct reference number for each post.