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    Department of Employment and Labour Vacancies

    Are you looking for a career opportunity with the Department of Employment and Labour? The department currently has a wide variety of vacancies in different regions across South Africa. This article outlines the available positions, their requirements, and the application process to help you find your next job.

    Available Positions in the Department of Employment and Labour

    1. Labour Relations Support Officer

    • Salary: R397,116 per annum
    • Centre: Pretoria, ABSA Towers Building
    • Requirements: A relevant three-year qualification in Labour Relations, Industrial Psychology, or a related field. Experience in handling labour relations cases, grievances, misconduct, and disputes. Knowledge of Labour Relations Act, PSCBC, CCMA procedures, and the ability to represent the department in hearings.
    • Key Skills: Negotiation, people management, problem-solving, report writing, communication, and computer literacy.
    • Duties: Handle Labour Relations cases, advise on policies and procedures, represent the department in disciplinary hearings, conciliations, and arbitrations. Supervise staff.
    • Applications: Submit via email: Jobs-UIF1@labour.gov.za or hand deliver at ABSA Towers Building, Pretoria.

    2. Employment Service Practitioner (X2 Posts)

    • Salary: R397,116 per annum
    • Centre: Labour Centres in Volkrust and Barberton
    • Requirements: A three-year qualification in Social Science, Public Administration, or Business Management. Two years’ experience in a client-oriented environment. Knowledge of the Employment Service Act, Unemployment Insurance Act, and other related legislation.
    • Key Skills: Planning, organizing, communication, analytical skills, report writing, leadership, negotiation, and marketing.
    • Duties: Marketing PES services, conducting recruitment, selection, referral, and placement of work seekers. Supervise the registration and referral of job seekers, and manage employer services.
    • Applications: For Volkrust: Jobs-PRT@LABOUR.gov.za, and for Barberton: Jobs-BBN@LABOUR.gov.za.

    3. Senior State Accountant: Asset Management and Systems

    • Salary: R397,116 per annum
    • Centre: Silverton, Pretoria
    • Requirements: A three-year qualification in Accounting and Financial Management. Two years’ functional experience in finance. Knowledge of asset management policies and financial systems.
    • Key Skills: Problem-solving, communication, time management, analytical skills, and computer literacy.
    • Duties: Manage factory assets, monitor debtor payments, administer the financial system, and compile financial reports.
    • Applications: Jobs-SEE14@labour.gov.za.

    4. Senior State Accountant: Financial Accounting

    • Salary: R397,116 per annum
    • Centre: Silverton, Pretoria
    • Requirements: A three-year qualification in Accounting or Financial Management. Two years’ experience in finance or accounting. Knowledge of accounting practices and the Public Finance Management Act.
    • Key Skills: Analytical skills, communication, decision-making, and computer literacy.
    • Duties: Administer payable and receivable accounts, monitor payroll administration, and manage revenue transactions.
    • Applications: Jobs-SEE15@labour.gov.za.

    5. Chief Personnel Officer: Human Resource Management (X3 Posts)

    • Salary: R397,116 per annum
    • Centre: Port Elizabeth, East London, and Seshego (Polokwane)
    • Requirements: A three-year qualification in Human Resource Management. Two years’ experience in HR management. Knowledge of HR policies, training and development, and public service regulations.
    • Key Skills: Planning, organizing, communication, analytical skills, leadership, and training.
    • Duties: Conduct recruitment and selection, facilitate benefits administration, provide employee wellness support, and coordinate training initiatives.
    • Applications: For Port Elizabeth: Jobs-SEE27@labour.gov.za, East London: Jobs-SEE28@labour.gov.za, and Seshego: Jobs-SEE29@labour.gov.za.

    6. Fleet Monitoring and Inspection Officer

    • Salary: R325,101 per annum
    • Centre: Mpumalanga Provincial Office
    • Requirements: A three-year qualification in Transport/Fleet management. One year of functional experience in Fleet Management. Valid driver’s license.
    • Key Skills: Communication, coordination, planning, report writing, and time management.
    • Duties: Inspect provincial fleet vehicles, enforce compliance with fleet operations, perform maintenance, and handle administrative tasks related to fleet operations.
    • Applications: Jobs-MPU-FLT@LABOUR.gov.za.

    7. Office Administrator

    • Salary: R325,101 per annum
    • Centre: Mpumalanga Provincial Office
    • Requirements: A three-year qualification in Office Management, Public Administration, or Business Management. One year of functional experience in office administration.
    • Key Skills: Facilitation, computer skills, interpersonal relations, decision-making, and project management.
    • Duties: Provide receptionist support, manage diaries, coordinate resources, and handle budget and supply chain management for the Provincial Chief Inspector.
    • Applications: Jobs-MPU-IES@LABOUR.gov.za.

    8. Factory Instructor: Wood (X3 Posts)

    • Salary: R325,101 per annum
    • Centre: Supported Employment Enterprises in Pietermaritzburg, Springfield (Johannesburg), and Bloemfontein
    • Requirements: Occupational Certificate in Carpentry or Furniture Upholstery. Two years’ experience in wood environment. Supervisory experience is an added advantage.
    • Key Skills: Planning, communication, computer literacy, technical skills, leadership, and teamwork.
    • Duties: Implement manufacturing processes, ensure safety compliance, and manage human resources in the factory.
    • Applications: For Pietermaritzburg: Jobs-SEE9@labour.gov.za, Springfield: Jobs-SEE10@labour.gov.za, and Bloemfontein: Jobs-SEE11@labour.gov.za.

    9. Factory Instructor: Steel

    • Salary: R325,101 per annum
    • Centre: Kimberley
    • Requirements: Occupational Certificate in Welding. Two years’ experience in the steel environment. Supervisory experience is an added advantage.
    • Key Skills: Planning, communication, computer literacy, technical skills, and leadership.
    • Duties: Implement product manufacturing, ensure occupational health and safety compliance, and manage human resources.
    • Applications: Jobs-SEE12@labour.gov.za.

    10. BCEA Inspector (X4 Posts)

    • Salary: R269,499 per annum
    • Centre: Volkrust, Kwa Mhlanga, Mashishing, and Sabie Labour Centres
    • Requirements: A three-year qualification in Labour Relations, BCom Law, or LLB. No experience required.
    • Key Skills: Facilitation, planning, computing, interpersonal skills, and analytical abilities.
    • Duties: Conduct occupational inspections, investigate labour law violations, and conduct advocacy campaigns on labour legislation.
    • Applications: For Volkrust: Jobs-PRT@LABOUR.gov.za, Kwa Mhlanga: Jobs-KGA@labour.gov.za, Mashishing: Jobs-LDB@labour.gov.za, Sabie: Jobs-SBI@labour.gov.za.

    11. Inspector (X7 Posts)

    • Salary: R269,499 per annum
    • Centre: Durban Labour Centre, Petrusburg Labour Centre, Zastron Labour Centre
    • Requirements: A three-year qualification in Labour Relations, BCom Law, or LLB. A valid driver’s license is required. Knowledge of the Departmental Policies, Skills Development Act, Labour Relations Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, and Unemployment Insurance Act.
    • Key Skills: Facilitation, planning, interpersonal, problem-solving, computing, analytical, and strong verbal and written communication skills.
    • Duties: Conduct inspections to ensure compliance with labour legislation, investigate violations, conduct proactive Blitz inspections, provide advocacy campaigns on labour legislation, and assist with report writing and statistical compilation.
    • Applications: For Durban: Jobs-KZN16@labour.gov.za, Petrusburg: Jobs-FS1@labour.gov.za, Zastron: Jobs-FS1@labour.gov.za.

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    12. Client Service Officer: Inspection and Enforcement Services (X10 Posts)

    • Salary: R269,499 per annum
    • Centre: Various Labour Centres in the Eastern Cape including Butterworth, eMaxesibeni, Fort Beaufort, Gqeberha, Graaf-Reinet, Kariega, Komani, Mdantsane, Mthatha, and Nqanqarhu
    • Requirements: Grade 12. Knowledge of all Labour Legislations and Regulations, Private Employment Agency regulations, and Public Service Regulations. Basic understanding of departmental policies and procedures and Batho Pele Principles.
    • Key Skills: Interpersonal skills, telephone etiquette, computer literacy, communication (both verbal and written), and problem-solving skills.
    • Duties: Serve as the first point of entry at the help desk within the Registration Services, assist clients with Employment Services, resolve complaints regarding labour legislation, and process UIF and COIDA applications.
    • Applications: For Butterworth: Jobs-EC9@labour.gov.za, eMaxesibeni: Jobs-EC9@labour.gov.za, Fort Beaufort: Jobs-EC1@labour.gov.za, Gqeberha: Jobs-EC1@labour.gov.za, Graaf-Reinet: Jobs-EC4@labour.gov.za, Kariega: Jobs-EC3@labour.gov.za, Komani: Jobs-EC1@labour.gov.za, Mdantsane: Jobs-EC1labour.gov.za, Mthatha: Jobs-EC7@labour.gov.za, Nqanqarhu: Jobs-EC7@labour.gov.za.

    13. Client Service Officer: UIF (X32 Posts)

    14. Senior Administration Clerk: Human Resource Practices (X6 Posts)

    (1 Year Contract)

    • Salary: R228,321 per annum, plus 37% in lieu of benefits
    • Centre: Unemployment Insurance Fund, Pretoria
    • Requirements: Grade 12. Knowledge of the Unemployment Insurance Amendment Act, Unemployment Insurance Contributions Act, Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), and PERSAL systems. Understanding of Public Service regulations and Batho Pele principles.
    • Key Skills: Communication (verbal and written), computer literacy, time management, planning and organizing.
    • Duties: Provide clerical support to the recruitment and selection process, handle personnel administration, and provide general administrative support to HR.
    • Applications: Jobs-UIF2@labour.gov.za.

    15. Senior Administration Clerk: Management Support Services

    • Salary: R228,321 per annum
    • Centre: Emalahleni Labour Centre
    • Requirements: Grade 12. Knowledge of Batho Pele Principles, Public Service Act, Treasury Regulations, and departmental policies.
    • Key Skills: Computer literacy, verbal and written communication, problem-solving, planning, and organizing.
    • Duties: Provide Supply Chain Management functions, manage finance and office services, assist with HR management, and manage records for the Labour Centre.
    • Applications: Jobs-EML@LABOUR.gov.za.

    16. Accounting Clerk: Finance

    • Salary: R228,321 per annum
    • Centre: Provincial Office Eastern Cape
    • Requirements: Grade 12 with commercial subjects (Business Management, Economics, and Accounting) or equivalent qualification.
    • Key Skills: Accounting, problem-solving, planning and organizing, communication, and computer literacy.
    • Duties: Capture financial transactions for the province, monitor budget processes, administer petty cash, clear suspense accounts, and provide financial support.
    • Applications: Jobs-EC2@labour.gov.za.

    17. Accounting Clerk: Internal Control and Financial Reporting

    • Salary: R228,321 per annum
    • Centre: SEE, Silverton, Pretoria
    • Requirements: Senior Certificate. A qualification in finance is an added advantage. Knowledge of financial accounting, accrual accounting, and Treasury Regulations.
    • Key Skills: Numeracy, attention to detail, analytical skills, and computer literacy.
    • Duties: Assist in managing the general ledger, prepare financial reports, and support the audit process.
    • Applications: Jobs-SEE16@labour.gov.za.

    18. Debtors Clerk (X2 Posts)

    • Salary: R228,321 per annum
    • Centre: SEE, Silverton, Pretoria
    • Requirements: Senior Certificate. Experience in accounting or finance is preferred. Knowledge of financial regulations and accounting systems.
    • Key Skills: Writing, analytical, communication, and computer skills.
    • Duties: Monitor and control debtors’ payments, reconcile debtor accounts, and provide administrative support for debtors within SEE.
    • Applications: Jobs-SEE17@labour.gov.za.

    19. Administration Clerk (Wages) (X2 Posts)

    • Salary: R228,321 per annum
    • Centre: SEE in Port Elizabeth and Rand (Johannesburg)
    • Requirements: Senior Certificate. Experience in human resource management is an advantage. Knowledge of administrative procedures and the VIP system.
    • Key Skills: Planning and organizing, communication, computer literacy.
    • Duties: Administer earnings and deductions from the factories, monitor pension and provident funds, and provide administrative support for salaries.
    • Applications: For Port Elizabeth: Jobs-SEE19@labour.gov.za, for Rand: Jobs-SEE20@labour.gov.za.

    20. Senior Admin Clerk Stores (X3 Posts)

    • Salary: R228,321 per annum
    • Centre: SEE in Port Elizabeth, Potchefstroom, and East London
    • Requirements: Senior Certificate. Knowledge of administrative procedures and warehousing is a bonus.
    • Key Skills: Computer literacy, communication, planning, problem-solving, time management.
    • Duties: Maintain the warehouse, assist with stock-taking, and support the factory administration functions.
    • Applications: For Port Elizabeth: Jobs-SEE24@labour.gov.za, for Potchefstroom: Jobs-SEE25@labour.gov.za, and for East London: Jobs-SEE26@labour.gov.za.

    21. Registry Clerk

    • Salary: R228,321 per annum
    • Centre: Head Office, Pretoria (One year renewable contract)
    • Requirements: Matriculation/Grade 12. Knowledge of departmental policies, Public Service Act, and Records Management.
    • Key Skills: Communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, organizing, and computer literacy.
    • Duties: Maintain the efficient flow of documents within the office, file documents according to the File Plan, and provide general administrative support.
    • Applications: Apply online via the link provided: ESSA Online Application.

    22. Messenger/Driver

    • Salary: R193,359 per annum
    • Centre: Head Office, Pretoria (One year renewable contract)
    • Requirements: Grade 10. Valid driver’s license.
    • Key Skills: Communication, driving, time management, conflict resolution.
    • Duties: Collect and deliver documents, transport employees, and provide general support for the office of the Minister.
    • Applications: Apply online via the link provided: ESSA Online Application.

    23. Cleaner: Maintenance Management

    • Salary: R163,680 per annum
    • Centre: Unemployment Insurance Fund, Pretoria
    • Requirements: ABET. No experience required.
    • Key Skills: Communication, planning, listening.
    • Duties: Provide cleaning services to offices, corridors, elevators, and bathrooms. Maintain cleanliness and cleanliness equipment.
    • Applications: Jobs-UIF3@labour.gov.za.

    24. Office Service Aid

    • Salary: R138,486 per annum, plus 37% in lieu of benefits
    • Centre: Head Office, Pretoria (One year renewable contract)
    • Requirements: Grade 10/ABET certificate. No experience required.
    • Key Skills: Communication, interpersonal relations.
    • Duties: Maintain a clean office environment, provide catering, and assist in distributing stock.
    • Applications: Apply online via the link provided: ESSA Online Application.

    The Department of Employment and Labour offers numerous exciting career opportunities across different fields. Whether you are in finance, human resources, or looking to work in a technical role such as fleet management or factory instruction, there are opportunities to suit various skill sets. Make sure to carefully review each job’s requirements and submit your application according to the instructions. Don’t miss the chance to be part of an impactful government department that shapes the future of South Africa’s workforce.

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