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Department of Employment and Labour Vacancies 2026: Multiple Government Posts Available

The Department of Employment and Labour has announced a wide range of government job opportunities for 2026. These vacancies are available across several provinces and include positions at management, professional, inspection, and administrative levels.

Applications are open to suitably qualified individuals and must be submitted before the 27 March 2026 closing date. The department continues to promote employment equity and diversity within the public service.

Below is an overview of the available vacancies, requirements, salary ranges, and application process.

Overview of Current Vacancies

The department is recruiting professionals across several operational divisions including labour inspections, employment standards, risk management, ICT support, UIF services, and administrative functions.

Key Positions Available

Some of the advertised positions include:

  • Deputy Director: Labour Centre Operations

  • Specialist: Employment Standards

  • Deputy Director: Management Support Services (HR & Finance)

  • Deputy Director: SAP Application Maintenance and Support

  • Deputy Director: PEA Registration Certification

  • Assistant Director: Risk Management

  • Assistant Director: Compliance Support

  • Assistant Director: IT and Office Services

  • Senior Practitioner: Labour Activation Programmes

  • Senior Practitioner: Process Improvement and Change Management

  • BCEA Inspector

  • Inspector: Employment Equity

  • Senior Administration Officer: UIF Operations

  • Management Support Services Officer

  • State Accountant: Debtors Management

  • Client Service Officer (128 posts)

  • Inspector: Inspection and Enforcement Services

  • Senior Admin Clerk: Asset and Fleet Management

These roles offer career opportunities for individuals with qualifications in areas such as public administration, finance, law, IT, human resources, auditing, and labour relations.

Salary Packages

Government salary packages differ depending on the position level and experience requirements.

Typical salary ranges include:

  • Deputy Director positions: approximately R896 436 – R1 059 105 per year

  • Assistant Director positions: approximately R468 459 per year

  • Inspector / Senior Practitioner roles: approximately R397 116 per year

  • Administrative and finance roles: approximately R228 321 – R325 101 per year

  • Client Service Officer: approximately R269 499 per year

Certain contract-based roles may include additional allowances and benefits.

Minimum Requirements

Requirements vary by role but generally include the following:

Education

Applicants may need:

  • Grade 12 (Matric) for entry-level positions

  • National Diploma (NQF Level 6)

  • Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) in fields such as:

    • Public Administration

    • Accounting

    • Labour Relations

    • Business Management

    • Human Resource Management

    • Law

    • Information Technology

    • Risk Management

Experience

Experience requirements differ by position:

  • Entry-level roles: little to no experience required

  • Junior roles: 1–2 years of relevant experience

  • Senior and management roles: 4–5 years of experience

Certain inspection positions may also require a valid driver’s licence.

Locations of Vacancies

These opportunities are available across multiple labour centres and offices, including:

  • Pretoria (Head Office)

  • Bloemfontein

  • Mogwase

  • Lichtenburg

  • Durban

  • Richards Bay

  • Pinetown

  • Ladysmith

  • Ixopo

  • Stanger

  • Empangeni

Additional vacancies are available across various UIF satellite offices.

Key Responsibilities

Depending on the position, responsibilities may include:

  • Managing labour centre operations

  • Conducting workplace inspections and enforcing labour legislation

  • Supporting Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) claim processing

  • Implementing employment standards and compliance programmes

  • Managing governance and risk management processes

  • Providing HR, finance, and administrative support services

  • Coordinating labour activation programmes and government initiatives

These roles support the department’s mission of improving labour market services and protecting workers’ rights in South Africa.

How to Apply

Applicants must submit the following documents:

Application Guidelines

  • Combine the Z83 form and CV into one PDF document

  • Clearly indicate the job title and reference number

  • Submit the application to the email address or location specified for each post

Incomplete or late submissions will not be considered.

Application Deadline

Closing Date: 27 March 2026

  • Walk-in submissions close at 16:00

  • Online submissions close at 23:59

Applicants who do not receive feedback within eight weeks after the closing date should consider their application unsuccessful.

✔ Tip: Government vacancies are highly competitive. Ensure your CV highlights relevant qualifications, skills, and work experience that match the job requirements.

 

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