Department of Employment and Labour Vacancies: Apply by 14 May 2025

The Department of Employment and Labour is inviting suitably qualified candidates to apply for multiple vacancies across South Africa. This is a great opportunity to join a dynamic team and contribute to vital labour and employment initiatives.

Vacancy Overview

EmployerDepartment of Employment and Labour
Closing Date14 May 2025 (16:00 for walk-in; midnight for online)
LocationVarious provinces and labour centres across South Africa

List of Vacancies

1. Employer Audit Officer (2 Posts)

  • Reference: HR 4/4/10/809
  • Centre: Provincial Office: Western Cape
  • Salary: R325 101 per annum
  • Requirements: Three-year tertiary qualification in Labour Relations/BCOM Law/LLB/Internal Audit, 1 year auditing experience, valid driver’s licence.
  • Key Duties: Monitor and evaluate UIA and COIDA programs; provide expert advice and advocacy support.

2. Principal Personnel Officer

  • Reference: HR 4/4/10/810
  • Centre: Provincial Office: Western Cape
  • Salary: R325 101 per annum
  • Requirements: Tertiary qualification in Human Resource Management, 1–2 years’ HR experience.
  • Key Duties: Manage recruitment, service benefits, HR policy implementation, salary payments.

3. BCEA Inspector: Inspection and Enforcement Services (5 Posts)

  • Centres: Rustenburg, Klerksdorp, Stanger
  • Salary: R269 499 per annum
  • Requirements: Relevant degree (Labour Relations/BCOM Law/LLB), valid driver’s licence.
  • Key Duties: Conduct labour inspections, investigate cases, advocate labour law compliance.

4. Inspector: Inspection and Enforcement Services (21 Posts)

  • Centres: Various (Western Cape, Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, Northern Cape)
  • Salary: R269 499 per annum
  • Requirements: Relevant tertiary qualification and driver’s licence.
  • Key Duties: Ensure compliance with labour laws via inspections, investigations, and advocacy.

5. Client Service Officer: Inspection and Enforcement Services (6 Posts)

  • Centres: Vryburg, Lichtenburg, Potchefstroom, Klerksdorp, Rustenburg, Mogwase
  • Salary: R269 499 per annum
  • Requirements: Grade 12 (Matric).
  • Key Duties: Client services at labour centre help desks, administrative support, complaint resolution.

6. Administrative Clerk: Inspection and Enforcement Services (2 Posts)

  • Centres: Nqanqarhu, Pietermaritzburg
  • Salary: R228 321 per annum
  • Requirements: Grade 12.
  • Key Duties: Office admin support, filing, supply chain support, HR support.

7. Administrative Clerk: Management Support Services

  • Centre: Pietermaritzburg Labour Centre
  • Salary: R228 321 per annum
  • Requirements: Grade 12.
  • Key Duties: Technical admin support, supply chain and finance support, records management.

8. Personnel Officer: HR Operations (2 Posts, Fixed Term Contract)

  • Centre: Compensation Fund, Pretoria
  • Salary: R228 321 per annum + 37% in lieu of benefits
  • Requirements: Grade 12.
  • Key Duties: HR admin, recruitment support, HR system maintenance.

9. Administrative Clerk: Vocational Rehabilitation (Fixed Term Contract)

  • Centre: Compensation Fund, Pretoria
  • Salary: R228 321 per annum + 37% in lieu of benefits
  • Requirements: Grade 12 (experience in rehabilitation environment advantageous).
  • Key Duties: Admin support, supply chain support, financial admin.

10. Administrative Clerk: Support Services: IES

  • Centre: Provincial Office, Western Cape
  • Salary: R228 321 per annum
  • Requirements: Grade 12.
  • Key Duties: Admin support for Directorate, HR support, document control.

11. Provisioning Administration Clerk

  • Centre: Provincial Office: Kimberley
  • Salary: R228 321 per annum
  • Requirements: Grade 12 with Commercial subjects.
  • Key Duties: Tender and contract management, procurement, inventory and asset management.

12. Security Officer: Management and Support Services (2 Posts)

  • Centres: Cape Town, Durban
  • Salary: R193 359 per annum
  • Requirements: Grade 12 + Grade C Security Certificate, 1 year security experience.
  • Key Duties: Control access, conduct patrols, investigate security incidents.

13. Office Aid: Management Support Services

  • Centre: Labour Centre: Cape Town
  • Salary: R163 680 per annum
  • Requirements: Grade 10 (Standard 8).
  • Key Duties: Cleaning, food services aid, stock distribution, messenger duties.

✉️ How to Apply

Walk-In Applications: Hand deliver at relevant provincial offices listed per post.
Online Applications: Email applications with Z83 form and CV (merged in one PDF) to the specific email address listed for each post.

Note:

  • Applications must clearly state the correct job title and reference number.
  • Attach certified qualifications and ID only if specifically requested after shortlisting.
  • Late applications will not be accepted.

Important Reminders

  • The Department aims to promote representivity (race, gender, disability) through recruitment.
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
  • Applications must comply with all the specified instructions to be considered.

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