The Department of Employment and Labour is inviting applications for multiple vacancies across Free State, KwaZulu-Natal, Eastern Cape and Gauteng. These posts aim to promote Employment Equity in line with the Department’s representivity targets.
If you meet the minimum requirements, ensure your application is submitted before the closing date.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Employer: | Department of Employment and Labour |
| Closing Date: | 13 March 2026 (16:00 walk-in / 23:59 online) |
| Locations: | Zastron, Ladysmith, Butterworth, Eastern Cape Satellite Offices, Free State, Newcastle, Dundee, Pretoria |
Important Application Instructions
- Submit Z83 form + CV only, combined into one PDF document.
- Clearly indicate the correct job title and reference number in the email subject line.
- Use the correct email address linked to each post.
- No separate attachments. Only one combined PDF.
Available Posts
Inspector – Ref No: HR 4/4/8/964
Salary: R269 499 per annum
Centre: Zastron Labour Centre
Requirements
- 3-year qualification in Labour Relations / BCom Law / LLB
- Valid driver’s licence
- Knowledge of Labour Relations Act, BCEA, Skills Development Act, UIF Act
- Strong analytical, facilitation and investigation skills
Duties
- Conduct labour inspections
- Investigate non-compliance cases
- Perform blitz inspections
- Conduct advocacy campaigns
- Compile inspection reports and statistics
Applications:
Email: jobs-fs8@labour.gov.za
Post/Hand Deliver: Chief Director: Provincial Operations, Bloemfontein
Client Service Officer: COID – Ref No: HR4/4/5/6
Salary: R269 499 per annum
Centre: Ladysmith Labour Centre
Requirements
- Grade 12
- No experience required
- Knowledge of Compensation Fund and Batho Pele Principles
Duties
- Register and verify claims
- Assist employer services
- Handle service queries
Email: Jobs-KZN5@Labour.gov.za
Client Service Officer: Public Employment Services – Ref No: HR4/4/5/5
Salary: R269 499 per annum
Centre: Ladysmith Labour Centre
Requirements
- Grade 12
- No experience required
- Knowledge of Employment Services Act and ESSA system
Duties
- Register work-seekers and opportunities
- Refer for employment counselling
- Provide placement administrative support
Email: Jobs-KZN5@Labour.gov.za
Client Service Officer: Paymaster (X49 Posts)
Salary: R269 499 per annum
Centres: Various Eastern Cape Labour Centres and Satellite Offices including Butterworth, Cradock, East London, Mthatha, Lusikisiki, Komani, Qonce, Mdantsane, Graaf-Reinet and others.
Requirements
- Grade 12
- No experience required
- Knowledge of UIF Act, UICA, POPIA, PFMA
Duties
- Screen UIF applications
- Process UIF benefit claims
- Register payment continuation forms
- Provide administrative services
Applications must be sent to the specific Labour Centre email listed for each location (e.g., Jobs-ECBTW@labour.gov.za, Jobs-ECUTT@labour.gov.za, Jobs-ECLSS@labour.gov.za etc.).
Provisioning Administrative Clerk – Ref No: HR 4/4/8/966
Salary: R228 321 per annum
Centre: Free State Provincial Office
Requirements
- Grade 12 with Commercial Subjects
- No experience required
- Knowledge of SCM, LOGIS, PFMA
Duties
- Tender administration
- Procurement of goods and services
- Inventory and asset management support
Email: jobs-fs6@labour.gov.za
Administrative Clerk: Management Support Services (X2 Posts)
Salary: R228 321 per annum
Centres: Newcastle (HR4/4/5/7) and Dundee (HR4/4/5/8)
Requirements
- Grade 12
- Knowledge of Batho Pele and Treasury Regulations
Duties
- Render administrative and SCM support
- Provide finance and HR support
- Manage records
Emails:
Newcastle: Jobs-KZN20@labour.gov.za
Dundee: Jobs-KZN4@labour.gov.za
Receptionist – Switchboard Operator – Ref No: HR 4/4/3/1RSO/UIF
Salary: R193 359 per annum
Centre: Unemployment Insurance Fund, Pretoria
Requirements
- Grade 12
- No experience required
- Knowledge of UIF legislation
Duties
- Handle incoming/outgoing calls
- Provide receptionist services
- Perform administrative duties
Email: Jobs-UIF10@labour.gov.za