The Department of Employment and Labour invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for various vacancies closing on 17 August 2026. These opportunities are available in Pretoria, Silverton, KwaZulu-Natal, Dundee, Ladysmith, Richards Bay and Durban, and are suitable for candidates with experience in executive management, ICT, human resource development, labour law, inspections, client services and personnel administration.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Employer | Department of Employment and Labour |
| Closing Date | 17 August 2026 |
| Walk-in Closing Time | 16:00 |
| Online Closing Time | 23:59 |
| Location | Pretoria, Silverton and KwaZulu-Natal |
| Application Method | Post, hand delivery or email |
| Required Documents | New Z83 form and comprehensive CV only |
| Document Format for Online Applications | One combined PDF attachment |
Chief Executive Officer Ref No: HR4/26/08/01HO
Salary: R1 554 696 per annum, all-inclusive salary package
Centre: Supported Employment Enterprise, Silverton
Requirements
Applicants must have a qualification at NQF Level 7 as recognised by SAQA in Business Administration, Public Management, Business Management, Commerce, Economics, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Management, Operations Management or Public Management.
A valid driver’s licence is required.
Applicants must have five years’ experience at senior managerial level in a manufacturing or operations environment.
Applicants must have knowledge of manufacturing and production, planning, evaluation, governance, Treasury Regulations, Supported Employment Enterprise concepts, employment and labour market challenges in South Africa, national development goals, Public Service Act, finance, human resources, operations, marketing, research and development.
Required skills include leadership, planning, organising, communication, diversity management, computer literacy, analytical thinking, presentation, interpersonal relations, report writing and networking.
Duties
The successful candidate will lead and direct the implementation of the Enterprise’s strategic plan, business plan and objectives.
Duties include ensuring sound corporate governance, risk management and compliance.
The candidate will lead and direct all operations of the Enterprise.
The successful candidate will drive business development, market positioning and Enterprise growth.
Additional duties include leading performance monitoring, evaluation and reporting, providing strategic support and advice on financial management and ICT practices, and leading human resource operations, human resource development, performance management and employee health and wellness functions.
Enquiries
DDG: PES, Mr S Morotoba
Tel: 012 309 4783
Application Details
Applications must be submitted to:
Chief Director: Head Office
Private Bag X117
Pretoria
0001
Hand delivery:
215 Francis Baard Street
Pretoria
Email applications must be sent to:
Deputy Director: Information and Communication Ref No: HR4/26/08/02HO
Salary: R932 292 per annum, all-inclusive salary package
Centre: Head Office, Pretoria
Requirements
Applicants must have a qualification at NQF Level 6 as recognised by SAQA in Information and Communication Technology, Computer Science or Information Science.
COBIT, ITIL Fundamentals, CCNA, CompTIA Security+, Certified Ethical Hacker and CompTIA CySA+ will be added advantages.
Applicants must have five years’ functional experience in the ICT or IT environment.
Applicants must have knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act, technical standards and procedures, departmental policies and procedures, Basic Conditions of Employment Act and Batho Pele Principles.
Required skills include communication, analytical thinking, process improvement, strategic management, leadership, innovation, transmission and propagation, understanding modulation schemes, data representation and protocols.
Duties
The successful candidate will establish and implement processes and procedures for ICT strategy and technical policy matters.
Duties include managing and supporting the telecommunications environment.
The candidate will manage the national integrated voice network, including VOIP for landline and cell phones.
The successful candidate will design, implement and manage shared data, Access Point Network and mobile networks.
Additional duties include managing cybersecurity operations within the Department and managing all resources of the Sub-Directorate.
Enquiries
Mr F Chabalala
Tel: 012 309 4967
Application Details
Applications must be submitted to:
Chief Director: Head Office
Private Bag X117
Pretoria
0001
Hand delivery:
215 Francis Baard Street
Pretoria
Email applications must be sent to:
Deputy Director: HRD and Performance Management Ref No: HR 5/1/2/3/17
Contract: 24 months
Salary: R932 292 per annum, all-inclusive package
Centre: Compensation Fund, Pretoria
Requirements
Applicants must have an undergraduate qualification at NQF Level 6 as recognised by SAQA in Human Resource Management or Human Resource Development.
Applicants must have five years’ functional experience in Human Resource Development and Performance Management, of which two years must be at Assistant Director level in a Human Resource Development and Performance Management environment.
Applicants must have knowledge of performance management methodology, principles and strategies, relevant HR systems, learning systems, performance systems, Department of Employment and Labour and Compensation Fund business strategies and goals, COIDA, DPSA directives, Batho Pele Principles, budgeting, financial management, Labour Relations Act, PFMA, National Treasury Regulations, PAIA, PAJA, MISS, POPIA, Public Service Act and Public Service Regulations.
Required skills include coaching, mentoring, conflict management, critical and innovative thinking, people management, performance oversight, quality assurance, risk management, service delivery innovation, stakeholder development, programme management, project management, monitoring, assurance, research and development.
Duties
The successful candidate will manage and monitor the development of the Workplace Skills Plan in the Fund.
Duties include managing the implementation of Human Resource Development strategies.
The candidate will manage developmental programmes and training initiatives for the Fund.
The successful candidate will manage the execution and implementation of performance management systems.
The candidate will also manage the resources of the Sub-directorate.
Enquiries
Ms VH Masemola
Tel: 082 520 3935
Application Details
Email applications must be sent to:
For Attention: Sub-directorate: Human Resources Planning Practices and Administration, Compensation Fund
Assistant Director: Human Resource Development Ref No: HR5/1/2/3/18
Contract: 24 months
Salary: R487 197 per annum, plus 37% in lieu of benefits
Centre: Compensation Fund, Pretoria
Requirements
Applicants must have an undergraduate qualification at NQF Level 6 as recognised by SAQA in Human Resources Management, Training and Development or Management of Training.
Applicants must have four years’ functional experience in Skills Development, of which two years must be at supervisory level.
Applicants must have knowledge of performance management methodology, principles and strategies, relevant HRM systems, learning systems, performance systems, Compensation Fund business strategies and goals, customer strategic framework, White Paper on the Transformation of the Public Service, White Paper on Public Service Education and Training and the Skills Development Act.
Required skills include data gathering, analysis, data management, record management, research, benchmarking, coaching, mentoring, conflict management, critical and innovative thinking, people management, performance oversight, quality assurance, risk management, service delivery innovation, stakeholder relations, programme and project planning, monitoring, research and development, skills development and human resource planning.
Duties
The successful candidate will coordinate the submission of identified training needs from various Chief Directorates and Directorates.
Duties include supporting the implementation of the Workplace Skills Plan for the Compensation Fund.
The candidate will implement training interventions, personal development plans, bursaries, learning and skills development initiatives.
The successful candidate will coordinate developmental programmes and implement the Compulsory Induction Programme and departmental orientation as per the approved plan.
The candidate will also manage the resources of the Sub-directorate.
Enquiries
Ms VH Masemola
Tel: 082 520 3935
Application Details
Email applications must be sent to:
For Attention: Sub-directorate: Human Resources Planning Practices and Administration, Compensation Fund
Statutory Services Officer Ref No: HR4/4/7/10
Salary: R413 001 per annum
Centre: Provincial Office, KwaZulu-Natal
Requirements
Applicants must have a BProc, BCom Law or LLB qualification.
Applicants must have one year of experience in a legal or compliance environment.
A valid driver’s licence is required.
Applicants must have knowledge of public service transformation and management issues, Public Service Act and Regulations, Treasury Regulations, departmental policies and procedures, corporate governance, Skills Development Act, COIDA, UIA, BCEA, SDLA, LRA, UI Contribution Act, Employment Equity Act and Employment Services Act.
Required skills include facilitation, planning, organising, computer literacy, interpersonal relations, problem-solving, interviewing, presentation, innovation, analytical thinking and written and verbal communication.
Duties
The successful candidate will plan and independently administer work referred to Statutory Services for enforcement of non-compliance under employment law.
Duties include assisting the Assistant Director: Statutory Services in enforcement processes for Inspection and Enforcement Services.
The candidate will assist with the strategy for Statutory Services.
Additional duties include facilitating capacity development programmes for inspectors in the province and compiling statistics for the unit.
Enquiries
Mr M Mthethwa
Tel: 031 366 2203
Application Details
Applications must be submitted to:
Chief Director: Provincial Operations
PO Box 940
Durban
4000
Hand delivery:
267 Anton Lembede Street
Durban
Email applications must be sent to:
BCEA Inspector Ref No: HR4/4/7/2
Salary: R280 278 per annum
Centre: Dundee Labour Centre
Requirements
Applicants must have a three-year relevant qualification in Labour Relations, BCom Law or LLB.
A valid driver’s licence is required.
Applicants must have knowledge of departmental policies and procedures, Skills Development Act, Labour Relations Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Unemployment Insurance Act, Unemployment Insurance Contributions Act and Employment Equity Act.
Required skills include facilitation, planning, organising own work, computer literacy, spreadsheets, PowerPoint, word processing, interpersonal relations, problem-solving, interviewing, analytical thinking and verbal and written communication.
Duties
The successful candidate will conduct occupational inspections to ensure compliance with labour legislation.
Duties include executing investigations on reported cases relating to contraventions of labour legislation and enforcing compliance where necessary.
The candidate will conduct proactive blitz inspections to monitor compliance.
Additional duties include conducting advocacy campaigns, assisting with inspection plans, compiling reports and preparing statistics on allocated cases.
Enquiries
Mr M Mthinkhulu
Tel: 034 299 7000
Application Details
Applications must be submitted to:
Deputy Director: Dundee Labour Centre
PO Box 445
Dundee
Hand delivery:
63 Victoria Street
Dundee
Email applications must be sent to:
Client Service Officer: IES Ref No: HR4/4/7/3 and HR4/4/7/11
Posts: 2
Salary: R280 278 per annum
Centres: Ladysmith Labour Centre and Richards Bay Labour Centre
Requirements
Applicants must have Grade 12.
No experience is required.
Applicants must have knowledge of relevant labour legislation and regulations, relevant ILO conventions, Public Service Regulations, Public Service Act, departmental policies, procedures and guidelines and Batho Pele Principles.
Required skills include interpersonal relations, telephone etiquette, interviewing, computer literacy, communication, ability to interpret legislation and problem-solving.
Duties
The successful candidate will render services at the help desk as the first point of entry within Registration Services.
Duties include resolving complaints on Inspection and Enforcement Services labour legislation received from clients within the scope of the IES Standard Operating Procedure.
The candidate will render general administrative duties and participate in advocacy sessions when required.
Enquiries
Ladysmith: Ms L Radebe
Tel: 036 638 1900
Richards Bay: Mr I Ximba
Tel: 035 780 8708
Application Details
For Ladysmith Labour Centre, applications must be submitted to:
Deputy Director: Ladysmith Labour Centre
Private Bag X9926
Ladysmith
3370
Hand delivery:
35 Keate Street
Ladysmith
Email applications must be sent to:
For Richards Bay Labour Centre, applications must be submitted to:
Deputy Director: Richards Bay Labour Centre
Private Bag X20033
Empangeni
3880
Hand delivery:
11 Lira Rink Road
Richards Bay
Email applications must be sent to:
Personnel Officer Ref No: HR4/4/7/4
Salary: R237 453 per annum
Centre: Provincial Office, KwaZulu-Natal
Requirements
Applicants must have Matric, Grade 12 or Senior Certificate plus a Certificate in the Human Resource Management field.
No experience is required.
Applicants must have knowledge of departmental policies and procedures, HR-related systems such as PERSAL, Batho Pele Principles, Employment Equity Act and Public Service Regulations.
Required skills include computer literacy, analytical thinking, communication, planning and organising.
Duties
The successful candidate will facilitate and provide administrative support for service benefits of employees.
Duties include supporting recruitment and selection processes.
The candidate will capture and update personal data on the PERSAL system.
The successful candidate will attend to client enquiries.
Enquiries
Mr TG Gumede
Tel: 031 366 2355
Application Details
Applications must be submitted to:
Deputy Director: Human Resource Management
PO Box 940
Durban
4000
Hand delivery:
267 Anton Lembede Street
Durban
Email applications must be sent to:
How to Apply
Applicants must submit a completed and signed new Z83 application form and an updated comprehensive CV.
Online email applications must be submitted as one combined PDF attachment containing the Z83 form and CV only.
Zipped, IMG and JPEG documents will not be accepted.
Applicants must indicate the correct job title and reference number in the email subject line.
Applicants must use the correct email address linked to the post they are applying for.
To apply and access more details, visit the Department of Employment and Labour official website.
Important Notes for Applicants
The closing date is 17 August 2026.
Walk-in applications close at 16:00.
Online applications close at 23:59.
Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
Faxed applications will not be accepted.
Each post must have its own application form.
The new Z83 form must be fully completed, initialled and signed.
Applications submitted using the old Z83 form will not be considered.
Only the completed and signed new Z83 form and updated comprehensive CV are required when applying.
Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview.
Non-RSA citizens or permanent resident permit holders with foreign qualifications must provide a SAQA evaluation report when shortlisted.
Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
If applicants are not contacted within eight weeks after the closing date, they should accept that their application was unsuccessful.
All shortlisted candidates will undertake two pre-entry assessments: a practical exercise and an integrity assessment.
SMS candidates must complete the SMS Pre-entry Programme known as Nyukela before appointment.
SMS candidates will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview.
A maximum of three SMS candidates may undergo psychometric assessments.
Suitable candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks, including criminal record, citizenship, credit record, qualification verification and employment verification.
By applying, applicants consent to the collection, processing and storing of personal information in line with POPIA.
The Department reserves the right not to make any appointment.
The successful candidate will be expected to sign a performance agreement.