Department of Employment and Labour Vacancies: Apply by 25 July 2025

Explore new career opportunities with the Department of Employment and Labour. If you’re passionate about public service and meet the requirements, don’t miss the chance to apply before the closing date. Submit your applications with the required documents on time and join the department in advancing employment equity across South Africa.


Vacancy Details

Employer:Department of Employment and Labour
Closing Date:25 July 2025 at 16:00 (walk-in) and 00:00 (online)
Location:Multiple provinces: Western Cape, Northern Cape, Eastern Cape

Post Title: Psychometrist / Registered Counsellor (x2 Posts)

Centres & Ref Nos:

  • Labour Centre: De Aar – HR4/4/08/118
  • Labour Centre: Calvinia – HR4/4/08/119

Salary:

  • Grade 1: R712 599 – R789 489
  • Grade 2: R811 662 – R899 085
  • Grade 3: R916 437 – R1 014 705 (OSD)

Requirements:

  • B-Psych / Honours in Psychology or Industrial Psychology
  • 0–16 years’ experience based on grade level

Duties:

  • Support employment counselling services
  • Facilitate referrals and administer psychometric assessments
  • Supervise administrative staff and ensure stakeholder relations

Application:


Post Title: UIF Client Service Officer (x22 Posts)

Locations & Ref Nos:

  • Paarl (x3) – HR4/4/10/501
  • Somerset West (x6) – HR4/4/10/502
  • Swellendam (x3) – HR4/4/10/503
  • Ceres (x1) – HR4/4/10/504
  • De Doorns (x2) – HR4/4/10/505
  • Worcester (x7) – HR4/4/10/506

Salary: R269 499 per annum

Requirements:

  • Grade 12 / Senior Certificate
  • Understanding of UIF and related legislation

Duties:

  • Screen and process UIF applications
  • Register payment forms and provide admin support

Application Emails (per location):


Post Title: Client Service Officer – Quality Assurer (x13 Posts)

Locations & Ref Nos: Same as above, different post refs: HR4/4/10/507 – HR4/4/10/513
Salary: R269 499 per annum
Requirements & Duties: Same as UIF Client Service Officer
Applications: Use respective Labour Centre emails above


Post Title: UI Claims Officer – Pay Master (x10 Posts)

Locations & Ref Nos: HR4/4/10/514 – HR4/4/10/519
Salary: R269 499 per annum
Requirements & Duties: Same as above
Applications: Same emails as above per location


Post Title: UI Claims Officer – Employer Services (x8 Posts)

Locations & Ref Nos: HR4/4/10/520 – HR4/4/10/524
Salary: R269 499 per annum
Requirements & Duties: Same as above
Applications: Same emails as above per location


Post Title: UI Claims Officer – Assessments (x9 Posts)

Locations & Ref Nos: HR4/4/10/525 – HR4/4/10/530
Salary: R269 499 per annum
Requirements & Duties: Same as above
Applications: Same emails as above per location


Post Title: BCEA Inspector (x4 Posts)

Locations & Ref Nos:

  • East London Labour Centre – HR4/4/5/03 (x2)
  • Gqeberha Labour Centre – HR4/4/5/04 (x2)

Salary: R269 499 per annum

Requirements:

  • 3-year qualification in Labour Relations, BCom Law or LLB
  • Valid driver’s license

Duties:

  • Conduct labour legislation compliance inspections
  • Handle investigations and advocacy
  • Draft reports and represent department in court where necessary

Applications:

  • Email: Jobs-EC8@labour.gov.za
  • Or hand deliver to:
    • IGI Building, Ensuco House, Cnr Oxford & Hill St, East London
    • VSN Centre, 116–134 Goven Mbeki Ave, Port Elizabeth

How to Apply

To apply and for more details, visit the Department of Employment and Labour official website.

  • Applications must be submitted using the new Z83 form, signed and fully completed.
  • Only a Z83 form and comprehensive CV must be submitted initially.
  • Shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide certified documents at the interview stage.