REFERENCE NO: HR4/4/10/837 (X2 POSTS)
SALARY: R397 116 per annum
CENTRE: Bellville Labour Centre (Western Cape)
REQUIREMENTS:
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Qualifications:
Senior Certificate plus a three (3) year tertiary qualification:-
National Diploma (NQF6) /
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Undergraduate Bachelor Degree (NQF7) in one of the following fields:
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Environmental Health
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Mechanical Engineering
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Mechatronic Engineering
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Electrical Engineering
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Chemical Engineering
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Chemistry
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Construction
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Biology
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Microbiology
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Biomedical Sciences
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Biotechnology
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Biochemistry
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Experience:
Two (2) years functional experience in inspections and enforcement of labour legislation or within a relevant environment. -
Other Requirements:
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Valid driver’s license
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Knowledge of the Following:
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Departmental policies and procedures
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Occupational Health and Safety Act (as amended)
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OHS Regulations
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South African National Standards (Codes) – incorporated codes become regulations
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Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act (COIDA)
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Unemployment Insurance Act
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Employment Equity Act – key elements
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Basic Conditions of Employment Act – relevant elements
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Relevant guidelines of the aforementioned legislation
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Skills:
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Planning and organizing
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Communication (verbal and written)
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Computer literacy
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Facilitation
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Interpersonal
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Conflict handling
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Negotiation
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Problem-solving
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Interviewing
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Presentation
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Innovation
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Analytical thinking
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DUTIES:
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Plan and independently conduct inspections to ensure compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 85 of 1993, its Regulations, and incorporated Standards.
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Investigate and finalise incidents and complaints related to the OHS Act; appear in court as a State witness when necessary.
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Conduct proactive inspections as per schedule to monitor compliance with OHS and other relevant labour legislation; compile and consolidate resulting reports.
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Plan and conduct advocacy campaigns on all labour legislation; analyse and report on the impact.
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Contribute at a higher level to the planning, drafting, and maintenance of regional inspection plans and reports, including statistical analysis and consolidation of allocated case reports.
ENQUIRIES:
Mr. Q. Bowman
Tel: (021) 441 8120
APPLICATIONS:
Email: WCJobs-BELL@labour.gov.za
Postal Address:
Chief Director: Provincial Operations
P.O. Box 872, Cape Town, 8000
Hand Deliver:
Department of Employment and Labour
No. 9 Long Street, Corner of Riebeeck and Long Street, Cape Town
FOR ATTENTION:
Sub-directorate: Human Resources Management, Western Cape
DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT AND LABOUR
Employment Equity Targeted Recruitment
The Department is committed to promoting equity (race, gender, disability) in line with its Employment Equity Plan. Preference will be given to candidates whose appointment contributes to representivity.
Closing Date:
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Walk-in Applications: 01 August 2025 at 16:00
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Online Applications: 01 August 2025 at 00:00
Application Instructions:
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Submit a fully completed, signed, and initialled new Z83 form (available at www.gov.za) and a detailed CV — both must be in one PDF file.
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Use the correct job title, reference number, and email address.
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JPEG images will not be accepted.
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Incomplete, unsigned, or outdated Z83 forms will lead to disqualification.
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Section A–D of Z83 must be fully completed; for Sections E–G, indicate “see CV” where applicable, but answer the reappointment question in Section F.
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Only shortlisted candidates will be asked to submit certified documents before interviews.
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Foreign qualifications must be verified by SAQA (if shortlisted).
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No faxed applications accepted.
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Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
Selection Process:
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Shortlisted applicants will undergo a practical assessment and personnel suitability checks (criminal, credit, qualifications, citizenship, employment).
Privacy Notice:
By applying, you consent to the processing of your personal data under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). Your data will only be used for recruitment purposes.
If not contacted within 8 weeks after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful. The Department reserves the right not to fill any advertised post.