The Department of Employment and Labour has officially announced a new round of employment opportunities for 2026, offering a wide range of professional and administrative positions across Limpopo Province and Pretoria. This recruitment drive reflects the department’s continued commitment to improving service delivery, strengthening labour market operations, and promoting employment equity through fair representation of race, gender, and persons living with disabilities.
The department has emphasized that these appointments will support its Employment Equity Plan, with priority consideration given to candidates whose appointment will enhance representativity in line with the department’s numerical targets. This is a major opportunity for qualified professionals, administrators, finance specialists, psychologists, and client service officers seeking government employment in South Africa.
Important Application Information
Applicants are advised to carefully follow all application instructions to avoid disqualification.
Closing Date
- Walk-in applications: 05 May 2026 at 16:00
- Online applications: 05 May 2026 at 23:59
Required Documents
All online applications must include:
- A completed and signed new Z83 application form
- An updated CV
- Both documents combined into one PDF file only
Important:
- ZIP files and JPEG documents will not be accepted
- Use the correct reference number and job title
- Applications using the old Z83 form will not be considered
- Late or incomplete applications will be automatically disqualified
Only shortlisted candidates will be asked to submit certified copies of qualifications and other supporting documents.
Available Positions
The department has advertised several vacancies under Posts 13/60 to 13/68.
1. Principal Psychologist Grade 1
Ref No: HR 4/4/6/02
Salary: R1,245,564 per annum
Location: Provincial Office, Limpopo
Positions: 1
This senior-level role requires a Master’s degree in Psychology and at least 3 years of post-registration experience.
Key duties include:
- Supervising employment counselling services
- Conducting psychological assessments
- Supporting career guidance programmes
- Managing professional records
2. Deputy Director: Labour Centre Operation
Ref No: HR 4/4/6/01
Salary: R1,059,105 per annum
Location: Labour Centre, Polokwane
Positions: 1
The successful candidate will oversee labour centre service delivery, manage departmental resources, and represent the department in key stakeholder forums.
3. Assistant Director: Research Monitoring and Evaluation
Ref No: HR 4/4/6/03
Salary: R582,444 per annum
Location: Provincial Office, Limpopo
Positions: 1
This position is ideal for candidates with qualifications in:
- Economics
- Statistics
- Sociology
- Demography
Main duties include labour market research, data analysis, and policy monitoring.
4. Assistant Director: Contributions Management
Ref No: HR4/4/3/2ASDCM/UIF
Salary: R468,459 per annum
Location: UIF, Pretoria
Positions: 1
Applicants must have finance or accounting qualifications and experience in revenue contribution reconciliation and financial supervision.
5. Senior Accounts Payable Officer
Ref No: HR 4/4/6/04
Salary: R397,116 per annum
Location: Limpopo
Positions: 1
This role focuses on:
- Payment processing
- Accounts reconciliation
- Administrative finance support
- Supervising section resources
6. Senior Local Appeals Complaints Officer
Ref No: HR 4/4/6/05
Salary: R397,116 per annum
Location: Limpopo
Positions: 1
The position supports UIF appeals processes and client service complaints management.
7. Senior Administration Officer: Operations
Ref No: HR 4/4/6/06 – HR 4/4/6/25
Salary: R397,116 per annum
Total Positions: 50 POSTS
This is one of the biggest opportunities in this advert, with 50 vacancies spread across multiple labour centres and satellite offices.
Distribution of Posts
- Jane Furse – 3
- Burgersfort – 2
- Lebowakgomo – 3
- Lephalale – 3
- Thabazimbi – 3
- Makhado – 2
- Musina – 3
- Modimolle – 2
- Warmbath – 3
- Mokopane – 3
- Mookgopong – 3
- Phalaborwa – 2
- Hoedspruit – 3
- Polokwane – 1
- Mankweng – 3
- Seshego – 2
- Thohoyandou – 3
- Malamulela – 2
- Tzaneen – 1
- Groblersdal – 3
This role involves:
- UIF service delivery
- Claims processing
- Customer support
- Supervising operations staff
8. Employment Service Practitioner 2
Ref No: HR 4/4/6/26
Salary: R397,116 per annum
Location: Lephalale
Positions: 1
The role focuses on employment services, placement opportunities, labour migration support, and employer services.
9. Chief Provisioning Admin Clerk
Ref No: HR4/4/6/27
Salary: R325,101 per annum
Location: Limpopo
Positions: 1
This position supports supply chain and procurement operations, including tender management and inventory support. This recruitment advert offers 58 government job opportunities.
Final Note
This is an excellent opportunity for qualified candidates seeking stable and rewarding careers within the Department of Employment and Labour. Interested applicants are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline and ensure all required documents are properly arranged.
