The Department of Employment and Labour invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for various vacancies available in Limpopo and Free State. These opportunities are suitable for candidates with qualifications and experience in labour market information, monitoring and evaluation, electrical engineering, provisioning, supply chain support and human resource administration.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Employer | Department of Employment and Labour |
| Closing Date | 28 August 2026 |
| Closing Time | 16:00 |
| Locations | Limpopo and Free State, South Africa |
| Application Method | Email, post or hand delivery |
| Required Documents | New Z83 form and updated comprehensive CV combined into one PDF |
| Late Applications | Not accepted |
| Attachments | Z83 and CV only, combined as one PDF attachment |
Assistant Director: Labour Market Information and Statistics Ref No: HR4/4/6/40
Salary: R605 749 per annum
Centre: Provincial Office, Limpopo
Enquiries: Mr Makgobola MI, 015 290 1723
Application Email: Jobs-LP@labour.gov.za
Requirements
Applicants must have a three-year relevant qualification in Public Administration, Public Management, Monitoring and Evaluation, or an Advanced Diploma in Monitoring and Evaluation at NQF Level 6 as recognised by SAQA.
Applicants must have four years’ functional experience in Performance Management, Statistics Services, or Monitoring and Evaluation.
Three years of the required experience must be at Officer or Senior Officer level.
A valid driver’s licence is required.
Knowledge and Skills
Applicants must have knowledge of the Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, relevant prescripts, labour legislation, relevant policies, Batho Pele Principles, statistics and database software packages.
Applicants must understand the functioning of Department of Employment and Labour Centres, Business Units and labour market dynamics.
Required skills include general management, project management, communication, computer literacy, interpersonal relations, leadership, data analysis, analytical thinking and innovation.
Duties
The successful candidate will verify and align the National Annual Performance Plan with the Provincial Annual Performance Plan and Labour Centre work plans for policy and planning purposes.
The candidate will verify and develop provincial information reports.
The role includes managing the analysis of provincial performance information to determine the impact on the labour market.
The successful candidate will oversee the management of the provincial resource centre or library.
The candidate will manage all resources of the sub-unit.
Application Details
Applications must be submitted to:
Chief Director: Provincial Operations
Private Bag X9368
Polokwane
0700
Hand delivery:
42a Schoeman Street
Polokwane
Email:
Employment Equity Target
Priority will be given to Coloured males, Coloured females, Indian males, Indian females, White males and White females.
Principal Inspector: Electrical Engineering Ref No: HR4/4/8/1
Salary: R605 742 per annum
Centre: Provincial Office, Free State
Enquiries: Mr M Luxande, 051 505 6325
Application Email: jobs-fs5@labour.gov.za
Requirements
Applicants must have a three-year National Diploma at NQF Level 6 or an undergraduate Bachelor’s Degree at NQF Level 7 in Electrical Engineering.
Applicants must have four years’ functional experience in electrical services.
A valid Code B driver’s licence is required.
Knowledge and Skills
Applicants must have knowledge of departmental policies and procedures, Batho Pele Principles, Public Service Act and Regulations, Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations, OHSAS, OHS standards and OHS Management Systems.
Required skills include facilitation, planning and organising, computer literacy, interpersonal skills, problem-solving, verbal and written communication, innovation, analytical thinking, research and project management.
Duties
The successful candidate will provide inputs into the development of Electrical Engineering policies.
The candidate will ensure the implementation of the Occupational Health and Safety strategy for the Department of Employment and Labour in terms of OHS legislation.
The role includes conducting complex Electrical Engineering inspections regularly according to the OHS programme.
The successful candidate will conduct technical research on the latest Electrical Engineering trends in relation to Occupational Health and Safety.
The candidate will provide support for enforcement action, including preparation of reports for legal proceedings.
Application Details
Applications must be submitted to:
Chief Director: Provincial Operations
Private Bag X522
Bloemfontein
9300
Hand delivery:
Laboria House
43 Charlotte Maxeke Street
Bloemfontein
Email:
Employment Equity Target
Priority will be given to African males, African females, African persons with disabilities, Coloured males, White males and White females.
Provisioning Clerk Ref No: HR4/4/6/41
Salary: R237 453 per annum
Centre: Provincial Office, Limpopo
Enquiries: GJ Matlhakoane, 015 290 1665
Application Email: Jobs-LP@labour.gov.za
Requirements
Applicants must have Matric or Grade 12 with passed commercial subjects such as Business Management, Economics and Accounting, or an equivalent certificate.
Knowledge and Skills
Applicants must have knowledge of Public Service Financial Management, Supply Chain Framework, LOGIS System, Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act and departmental policies and procedures.
Required skills include client orientation and customer focus, computer literacy, presentation, analytical thinking, communication and numeracy.
Duties
The successful candidate will provide contract and tender management support in line with relevant prescripts.
Duties include administering open and close tender processes in compliance with Supply Chain Management policies and Treasury Regulations.
The candidate will procure goods and services in line with relevant prescripts in the province.
The role includes providing inventory management support to ensure effectiveness and efficiency in the province.
The successful candidate will render asset management support to comply with departmental policies.
Application Details
Applications must be submitted to:
Chief Director: Provincial Operations
Private Bag X9368
Polokwane
0700
Hand delivery:
42a Schoeman Street
Polokwane
Email:
Employment Equity Target
Priority will be given to African males, Coloured males, Coloured females, Indian males, White males and White females.
Human Resource Clerk: Human Resource Management Ref No: HR4/4/8/5
Contract Type: Three-year contract
Salary: R237 453 per annum plus 37% in lieu of benefits
Centre: Provincial Office, Free State
Enquiries: Mr SZ Segalo, 051 505 6206
Application Email: jobs-fs9@labour.gov.za
Attention: Sub-directorate: Human Resources Operations, Free State
Requirements
Applicants must have a Grade 12 certificate or equivalent qualification.
No experience is required.
Knowledge and Skills
Applicants must have knowledge of PERSAL and HR information management systems.
Knowledge of registry duties and practices is required.
Applicants must be able to capture data and operate a computer.
Applicants must have working knowledge and understanding of the legislative framework governing the Public Service.
Knowledge of storage and retrieval procedures in the working environment is required.
Applicants must understand registry work.
Required skills include communication, computer literacy, innovation, creativity, presentation, report writing, time management, organising, planning and problem-solving.
Duties
The successful candidate will implement human resource administration practices, including recruitment and selection.
The candidate will implement conditions of service, including leave, housing, medical, injury on duty, long service recognition, overtime, relocation, pension, allowances and PILIR-related matters.
The role includes facilitating the performance management function.
The successful candidate will attend to human resource administration enquiries.
Application Details
Applications must be submitted to:
Chief Director: Provincial Operations
Private Bag X522
Bloemfontein
9300
Hand delivery:
Laboria House
43 Charlotte Maxeke Street
Bloemfontein
Email:
How to Apply
Applicants must submit a completed and signed new Z83 form and an updated comprehensive CV.
All attachments for email applications must include the Z83 form and CV only, combined into one PDF attachment.
Applicants must indicate the correct job title and reference number of the post in the email subject line.
Applicants must use the correct email address associated with the post.
To apply and access the Z83 form, visit the South African Government documents website.
Important Notes for Applicants
The closing date is 28 August 2026 at 16:00.
Zipped, IMG and JPEG documents will not be accepted.
Applications submitted using the old Z83 form will not be considered.
Each post must have its own application form.
The Z83 form must be fully completed, initialled and signed.
Failure to fully complete, initial and sign the Z83 form will lead to disqualification.
All fields in Sections A, B, C and D of the Z83 must be completed in full.
For Sections E, F and G, applicants may indicate “refer to CV” or “see attached” where space is limited, but the question relating to conditions that prevent re-appointment under Part F must be answered and the declaration must be signed.
Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview.
Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by a SAQA evaluation report when shortlisted.
Late applications will not be considered.
Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
Applicants who are not contacted within eight weeks after the closing date should accept that their application was unsuccessful.
Shortlisted candidates will undertake two pre-entry assessments, including a practical exercise and an integrity assessment.
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 accordance with POPIA.
The Department reserves the right not to make appointments.
The Department is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.