The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources is inviting qualified South Africans to apply for several vacancies in Pretoria, Braamfontein, and Springbok. If you have experience in mine surveying, organisational development, administration, or public sector support services, this is a good chance to apply for government jobs before the closing date.
| Employer | Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources |
|---|---|
| Closing Date | 08 May 2026 |
| Location | Pretoria, Braamfontein and Springbok, South Africa |
Available posts
Senior Inspector: Mine Surveying
Reference Number: 066
Salary: R1 059 105 per annum (Level 12)
Centre: Pretoria, Head Office
Requirements:
- National Diploma in Mine Surveying or Mineral Resource Management at NQF Level 6
- Mine Surveyor’s Certificate of Competency
- Valid driver’s licence
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience at junior managerial level in Mine Surveying
Duties:
- Plan and control all mine surveying inspections
- Control the safe utilisation of land applications
- Assist with special investigations, enquiries and technical support
- Perform ad hoc tasks and investigations
- Serve on mine surveying related committees and attend seminars
- Provide managerial support
Inspector: Mine Surveying (X3 Posts)
Reference Number: 067
Salary: R896 436 per annum (Level 11)
Centre: Pretoria, Head Office
Requirements:
- National Diploma in Mine Surveying or Mineral Resource Management at NQF Level 6
- Mine Surveyor’s Certificate of Competence
- Valid driver’s licence
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience at junior managerial level in Mine Surveying
Duties:
- Conduct underground inspections
- Compile reports and maintain records
- Inspect plans and records of surface and underground mines
- Investigate and recommend on surface utilisation applications
- Process statutory applications related to mine surveying permissions and exemptions
- Conduct practical mine surveying field tasks
Assistant Director: Organisational Development and Change Management
Reference Number: 068
Salary: R468 459 per annum (Level 09)
Centre: Pretoria, Head Office
Requirements:
- Bachelor of Commerce in Industrial and Organisational Psychology, National Diploma in Management Services, or National Diploma in Operations Management at NQF Level 6
- Certificate in Job Evaluation Analysis
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a Work Study or Organisational Development environment as a practitioner
Duties:
- Undertake organisational and post establishment investigations
- Conduct job analysis and job evaluation
- Analyse and design workflow and organisational processes
- Administer post establishment
- Facilitate and coordinate change management interventions
- Handle form design
- Provide managerial support
Chief Administration Clerk
Reference Number: 069
Salary: R325 101 per annum (Level 07)
Centre: Northern Cape Region, Springbok
Requirements:
- Grade 12
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an administration environment
Duties:
- Render administrative management services for Human Resources, Supply Chain Management, Risk Management, Facilities Management, and Transport
- Provide financial management services
- Oversee the receiving and recording of applications under the MPRDA
- Maintain registry and record management services
- Ensure access to information applications are handled in line with PAIA
- Supervise and develop staff
Administration Clerk: Payments
Reference Number: 070
Salary: R228 321 per annum (Level 05)
Centre: Pretoria, Head Office
Requirements:
- Grade 12 (NQF Level 4)
- Knowledge of PFMA, Treasury Regulations, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, BAS, and PERSAL
Duties:
- Receive, verify and record sundry payments and S&T claims
- Manage payment files
- Follow up on missing records
- Retrieve and re-file payment records
- Order and dispatch stationery
Administration Clerk: Hygiene
Reference Number: 071
Salary: R228 321 per annum (Level 05)
Centre: Gauteng Region, Braamfontein
Requirements:
- Grade 12 (NQF Level 4)
- Knowledge of Mine Health and Safety Inspectorate mandate
- Understanding of the legislative framework governing the Public Sector
Duties:
- Maintain the hygiene database
- Render general clerical services
- Handle general enquiries
How to apply
To apply and for more details visit the Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources e-Recruitment System.
Applicants may also submit applications by post or courier to:
The Director-General
Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources
Private Bag X59
Pretoria
0001
Hand delivery applications can be submitted at:
Trevenna Campus
Corner Meintjies and Francis Baard Street
Pretoria
Your application must include:
- A completed recent Z83 form
- A detailed Curriculum Vitae
- At least three reference persons with their contact details
Only shortlisted candidates will be asked to submit certified copies of qualifications and other supporting documents.
Important notes
The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. The department encourages applications from people whose appointment will promote representivity, especially women and persons with disabilities.
Shortlisted candidates will be assessed through a practical exercise and oral interview. Personnel suitability checks will also be conducted, including security screening, qualification verification, criminal record checks, and financial record checks.
If you do not receive feedback within three months after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.