Are you passionate about ensuring fairness, compliance, and safety in South African workplaces? The Department of Employment and Labour (DEL) is currently inviting applications for Inspector vacancies across various provinces. This is an excellent opportunity for qualified professionals to play a critical role in upholding labour standards, promoting decent working conditions, and protecting the rights of employees nationwide.
About the Department of Employment and Labour
The Department of Employment and Labour plays a central role in regulating the labour market, promoting employment, improving working conditions, and ensuring social protection. One of its key mandates is to conduct inspections to ensure employers comply with South Africa’s labour laws, such as the Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA), the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), and the Employment Equity Act.
POST: INSPECTOR: INSPECTION AND ENFORCEMENT SERVICES (X7 POSTS)
SALARY: R269 499 per annum
CENTRE:
- Labour Centre: Butterworth – Ref No: HR 4/4/1/140 (X1 Post)
- Labour Centre: Komani -Ref No; 4/4/1/141 (X1 Post)
- Labour Centre: Polokwane- Ref No: HR4/4/6/12 (X2 Posts)
- Labour Centre: Mokopane- Ref No: HR4/4/6/13 (X2 Posts)
- Labour Centre: Maletswai -Ref No. HR4/4/10/15(X1 Post)
REQUIREMENTS:
- Three (3) year relevant qualification at NQF6/7 in Labour Relations/ BCOM Law/ LLB.
- Valid driver’s license.
Knowledge:
- Departmental Policies and procedures, Skills Development Act, Labour Relation Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Unemployment Insurance Act.
- Unemployment Insurance Contribution Act.
Skills:
- Facilitation, Planning and Organising (Own work), Computer (Spread sheets, Power Point and word processing), Interpersonal, Problem Solving, Interviewing, Analytical, Verbal and written communication, Employment Equity Act.
DUTIES:
- Conduct occupational inspections with the aim of ensuring compliance with all labour legislations.
- Execute investigations on reported cases pertaining to contravention of labour legislation and enforce where and when necessary.
- Conduct proactive (Blitz) inspections regularly to monitor compliance with labour legislation.
- Conduct advocacy campaigns on identified and allocated labour legislation.
- Assist in drafting of inspection plans. reports and compilation of statistics on allocated cases.
ENQUIRIES:
- Mr S Thambo Tel; 045 807 5477
- Ms TE Maluleke Tel 015 290 1768
- Mr R Mbali Tel No: (051) 633 2633
- Ms N Getyeza Tel: 047 491 0656
APPLICATIONS:
APPLICATIONS: Deputy Director: Labour Centre Operations, Private Bag X 3081 Butterworth, 4960, Hand deliver at ERF 9369 Blyth and Robison Streets Butterworth 4960. Email: Jobs-EC9@labour.gov.za
APPLICATIONS: Deputy Director: Labour Centre Operations, PO Box 5320 Komani, 5320, Hand deliver at 10 Robinson Road Komani 5320. Email: Jobs-EC2@labour.gov.za
APPLICATIONS: Chief Director: Provincial Operations: Private Bag X 9368, Polokwane, 0700 Or hand deliver at 42a Schoeman Street, Polokwane or Job-PLK@labour.gov.za for Polokwane and Job-MKP@labour.gov.za for Mokopane.
APPLICATIONS: Deputy Director: Labour Centre Operations, P.O. Box 148, Maletswai 9756, Hand deliver at No.80b Somerset Street Maletswai,9756. Email:Jobs-EC6@labour.gov.za
CLOSING DATE:23 June 2025 at 16:00 (walk-in) and 00:00 (online)
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This is your chance to contribute to a more just and equitable labour market. Whether you are an experienced compliance professional or a recent graduate with the right qualifications, an Inspector role at the Department of Employment and Labour offers a platform to make a tangible difference. Apply today and be a watchdog for workers’ rights.
NOTE:
All attachments for online application must include an application form Z83 and CV only, in PDF and as one (1) document or attachment, indicate the correct job title and the reference number of the post on the subject line of your email. Use the correct email address associated with the post. JPEG (picture/snapshot) application will not be accepted. Failure to do so, your application will be disqualified.
Failure to fully complete, initial and sign the Z83 form will lead to disqualification of the application during the selection process. All fields of Section A, B, C and D of the Z83 must be completed in full. Section E, F, G (Due to the limited space on the Z83 it is acceptable for applicants to indicate refer to CV or see attached. However, the question related to conditions that prevent re-appointment under Part “F” must be answered and declaration signed.
Only an updated comprehensive CV (with detailed previous experience if any) and a completed and signed new Z83 application form is required. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview following the communication from Human Resources and such qualification(s) and other related document(s) will be in line with the requirements of the advert. Non-RSA Citizens/Permanent Resident Permit holders in possession of foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation report issued by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) (only when shortlisted). The Department does not accept applications via fax.
Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification and employment verification). Please note by responding to the advertisement, you consent to the collection, processing, and storing of your Personal Information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act(POPIA) Your information will be used solely for the purpose of this promotion and will not be shared with third parties without prior consent unless required by law.
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