The Department of Employment and Labour is inviting applications for various positions across multiple divisions and provinces, including KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng. These posts offer both permanent and fixed-term contracts and form part of the department’s commitment to promoting representivity and equity in accordance with its Employment Equity Plan. Qualified candidates, including persons with disabilities, are encouraged to apply.
Vacancy Overview
| Employer | Department of Employment and Labour |
|---|---|
| Closing Date | 06 June 2025 at 16:00 (walk-in) / 00:00 (online) |
| Location | Various (KwaZulu-Natal, Pretoria) |
Available Posts
Below are selected vacancies with brief descriptions:
Assistant Director: Public Employment Services
Ref No: HR4/4/5/24
Location: KZN Provincial Office
Salary: R582 444 per annum
Requirements:
- NQF 6/7 in Social Sciences/Public Admin
- 4 years’ relevant experience (2 at supervisory level)
Apply to:Jobs-KZN6@Labour.gov.za
Assistant Director: Anti-Fraud and Anti-Corruption (x5 Posts)
Ref No: HR4/4/3/2ASDAFAC/UIF
Location: UIF, Pretoria
Salary: R468 459 + 37% in lieu of benefits (1-year contract)
Requirements:
- NQF 6 in Forensic Audit/Accounting/Risk/Law
- 4 years’ experience (2 in function, 2 supervisory)
Apply to:Jobs-UIF4@labour.gov.za
Assistant Director: Corporate Governance
Ref No: HR4/4/3/2ASDCG/UIF
Location: UIF, Pretoria
Salary: R468 459 + 37% in lieu of benefits
Requirements:
- NQF 6 in Public Admin, Law, Auditing
- 4 years’ relevant experience (2 in board governance, 2 supervisory)
Apply to:Jobs-UIF5@labour.gov.za
Assistant Director: Strategic Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation (x4 Posts)
Ref No: HR4/4/3/2ASDSPME/UIF
Location: UIF, Pretoria
Salary: R468 459 + 37% in lieu of benefits
Requirements:
- NQF 6 in Public Admin, Management, Business Studies
- 4 years’ relevant experience (2 in M&E, 2 supervisory)
Apply to:Jobs-UIF6@labour.gov.za
Senior Practitioner: Stores and Warehouse
Ref No: HR4/4/3/1SPSWM/UIF
Location: UIF, Pretoria
Salary: R397 116 + 37% in lieu of benefits
Requirements:
- NQF 6 in Logistics/Supply Chain
- 2 years’ warehouse experience
Apply to:Jobs-UIF7@labour.gov.za
OHS Inspector: Electrical Engineering
Ref No: HR4/4/5/35
Location: Newcastle Labour Centre (KZN)
Salary: R397 116 per annum
Requirements:
- NQF 6/7 in Electrical Engineering
- Valid driver’s licence
Apply to:Jobs-KZN27@labour.gov.za
BCEA Inspector
Ref No: HR4/4/5/02
Location: Newcastle Labour Centre (KZN)
Salary: R269 499 per annum
Requirements:
- NQF 6/7 in Labour Law or Labour Relations
- Valid driver’s licence
Apply to:Jobs-KZN20@labour.gov.za
Senior Admin Clerk (x2-3 Posts per Role)
All are 1-year contracts based at UIF, Pretoria
Salary: R228 321 + 37% in lieu of benefits
- Acquisition: Ref HR4/4/3/1SACA/UIF –
Jobs-UIF8@labour.gov.za - Requisition: Ref HR4/4/3/1SACR/UIF –
Jobs-UIF9@labour.gov.za - Demand Management: Ref HR4/4/3/1SACDM/UIF –
Jobs-UIF10@labour.gov.za - Asset Management: Ref HR4/4/3/1SACAM/UIF –
Jobs-UIF11@labour.gov.za - Travel Management: Ref HR4/4/3/1SACTM/UIF –
Jobs-UIF13@labour.gov.za
Requirements for All:
- Grade 12 / Senior Certificate
- No prior experience required
Telecom Operator
Ref No: HR4/4/5/15
Location: KZN Provincial Office
Salary: R228 321 per annum
Requirements:
- Grade 12
- Communication & telephone etiquette
Apply to:Jobs-KZN14@labour.gov.za
How to Apply
- Application Form: Use the new Z83 form available at www.gov.za/documents
- Format: Submit Z83 and CV as a single PDF document. No images (JPEGs) accepted.
- Email Submission: Send to the correct email address for each post (see above per vacancy).
- Hand Deliver or Post: See address listed for each role.
Note:
- Applications using the old Z83 will be disqualified.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified documents.
- Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
- If you don’t hear back within 8 weeks, consider your application unsuccessful.