The Department of Employment and Labour has announced several employment opportunities in the North West Province, offering positions for suitably qualified candidates in labour centre operations, counselling, employment relations, client services, claims processing and administration.
The vacancies are based at different Labour Centres and the Mmabatho Provincial Office. Applicants who meet the stated requirements are encouraged to submit their applications before the closing date.
Department of Employment and Labour Vacancies
| Position | Salary |
|---|---|
| Deputy Director: Labour Centre Operations (1 Posts) | R1,101,468 p.a. |
| Counsellor Grade 1 (1 Posts) | R741,102 – R1,055,292 p.a. |
| Chief Personnel Officer: Employment Relations (1 Posts) | R413,001 p.a. |
| Supervisor: COID Client Services (1 Posts) | R413,001 p.a. |
| Administration Clerk: Claims Processor (1 Posts) | R280,278 p.a. |
| Administration Clerk: Management Support Services (3 Posts) | R237,453 p.a. |
The advertisement lists the closing date as 11 September 2026 at 16:00 for walk-in applications and 23:59 for online applications.
1. Deputy Director: Labour Centre Operations
Post: Deputy Director: Labour Centre Operations
Reference Number: HR4/4/07/18
Centre: Klerksdorp Labour Centre
Salary: R1,101,468 per annum, all-inclusive
Requirements
Applicants should have a three-year National Diploma at NQF Level 6 or an undergraduate Bachelor’s Degree at NQF Level 7 in fields such as:
- Financial Management
- Accounting
- Human Resource Management
- Labour Relations
- Social Sciences
- Engineering Sciences
- Public Administration or Management
- Business Administration or Management
- Operations Management
- Project Management
- A three-year legal qualification
Candidates must have five years of experience, including two years at Assistant Director level and three years of functional experience in a labour market operations or service delivery environment. Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act, Public Service Act and Regulations, Batho Pele Principles, Treasury Regulations, supply chain management, asset management and labour legislation is required.
Duties
The successful candidate will manage service delivery objectives, represent the Department in stakeholder forums, implement service delivery improvement interventions and manage the resources of the Labour Centre.
Enquiries: Mr MT Mokoena – (018) 387 8195
Application Email: Jobs-NW3@labour.gov.za
2. Counsellor Grade 1
Post: Counsellor Grade 1
Reference Number: HR4/4/07/11
Centre: Christiana Labour Centre
Salary
- Grade 1: R741,102 – R821,070 per annum
- Grade 2: R844,128 – R935,045 per annum
- Grade 3: R953,094 – R1,055,292 per annum
Requirements
Applicants must have a four-year B-Psych degree, Honours degree in Psychology or Honours degree in Industrial Psychology. Experience requirements are:
- Grade 1: 0 years
- Grade 2: 8 years
- Grade 3: 16 years
Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Registered Counsellor or Psychometrist for independent practice is also required.
Duties
The position involves providing technical support for employment counselling services, referring work seekers to appropriate employment services and labour market interventions, coordinating employment and career information, managing relationships with relevant organisations, coordinating psychometric assessments and supervising administrative personnel.
Enquiries: Ms N Litheko – (018) 387 8195
Application Email: Jobs-NW@labour.gov.za
3. Chief Personnel Officer: Employment Relations
Post: Chief Personnel Officer: Employment Relations
Reference Number: HR4/4/07/12
Centre: Mmabatho Provincial Office
Salary: R413,001 per annum
Requirements
Applicants must have a three-year relevant qualification in Human Resource Management or Labour Relations Management.
The position requires one to two years of functional experience in Employment Relations Management Services and a valid driver’s licence.
Knowledge should include public service rules for complaints and grievances, bargaining council resolutions, departmental policies, labour law and case-law trends, Batho Pele Principles, the Public Finance Management Act, Employment Equity Act, Public Service Act and Public Service Regulations.
Duties
Responsibilities include handling and analysing employee grievances and complaints, drafting charges and finalising misconduct cases, representing the Department in disputes before the GPSSBC and CCMA, conducting advocacy sessions on employment matters and providing administrative support.
Enquiries: Ms N Litheko – (018) 387 8195
Application Email: Jobs-NW1@labour.gov.za
4. Supervisor: COID Client Services
Post: Supervisor: COID Client Services
Reference Number: HR4/4/07/13
Centre: Rustenburg Labour Centre
Salary: R413,001 per annum, Level 08
Requirements
Applicants need an undergraduate qualification at NQF Level 6, recognised by SAQA, in areas including:
- Customer Services
- Management
- Customer Relations
- Contact Centre Management
- Office Administration Management
- Communication
- Marketing
A minimum of two years’ functional experience in a customer care or client service environment is required.
Duties
The successful applicant will monitor and oversee the help desk, facilitate customer-focused workflow processes, coordinate the resolution of queries, handle legislation-related enquiries, follow up on outstanding queries and supervise staff.
Enquiries: Ms N Litheko – (018) 387 8195
Application Email: Jobs-NW6@labour.gov.za
5. Administration Clerk: Claims Processor
Post: Administration Clerk: Claims Processor
Reference Number: HR4/4/07/14
Centre: Klerksdorp Labour Centre
Salary: R280,278 per annum
Requirements
Applicants must have an undergraduate qualification at NQF Level 6, recognised by SAQA, in fields such as:
- Public Management
- Business Management
- Operations Management
- Management
- Human Resource Management
- Nursing
- Law or LLB
- BCom
- Finance
- Administration
Experience in a claims processing environment will be an advantage. Candidates should have knowledge of claims handling, claims verification and validation, claims litigation, assessment and settlement, claims finalisation, Compensation Fund operations, PFMA and Treasury Regulations, Batho Pele Principles and relevant legislation.
Duties
The successful candidate will register and acknowledge claims, prepare compensation benefits, handle claims enquiries and perform administrative activities.
Enquiries: Mr UT Qambata – (018) 387 8195
Application Email: Jobs-NW011@labour.gov.za
6. Administration Clerk: Management Support Services – 3 Posts
Post: Administration Clerk: Management Support Services
Number of Posts: 3
Salary: R237,453 per annum
Available Locations
| Labour Centre | Reference |
|---|---|
| Vryburg Labour Centre | HR4/4/07/16 |
| Mogwase Labour Centre | HR4/4/07/17 |
| Klerksdorp Labour Centre | HR4/4/07/18 |
Requirements
Applicants must have Matriculation, Grade 12 or a Senior Certificate. Knowledge of Batho Pele Principles, departmental policies and procedures and Treasury Regulations is required. Applicants should also have verbal and written communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, computer literacy, analytical, planning and organisational skills.
Duties
The successful candidates will:
- Render Supply Chain Management functions at the Labour Centre.
- Provide finance and office management services.
- Provide Human Resource Management services.
- Assist with training and performance activities.
- Manage records at the Labour Centre.
Application Emails
- Vryburg: Jobs-NW5@labour.gov.za
- Mogwase: Jobs-NW@labour.gov.za
- Klerksdorp: Jobs-NW013@labour.gov.za
How to Apply for Department of Employment and Labour Vacancies
Applications must be submitted using the new Z83 application form together with an updated, comprehensive CV. The Z83 form must be fully completed, initialled and signed. Applicants must submit a separate application form for each advertised post they apply for.
For online applications, the Z83 and CV must be combined into one PDF attachment. Zipped, IMG and JPEG documents will not be accepted. Applicants must also use the correct job title and reference number in the email subject line and send the application to the correct email address for the post.
Important Application Information
Closing Date: 11 September 2026
Walk-in applications: By 16:00
Online applications: By 23:59
Walk-in address:
Chief Director: Provincial Operations
Private Bag X2040
Mmabatho
2735
Applications may also be hand-delivered to Provident House, University Drive, Mmabatho. Applicants should carefully follow the application instructions because incomplete, incorrectly submitted or late applications will not be considered.
Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other supporting documents. Shortlisted candidates will also undergo pre-entry assessments and personnel suitability checks.
Final Note
The Department of Employment and Labour vacancies provide opportunities for professionals and Grade 12 candidates across several Labour Centres in the North West Province. Before applying, candidates should carefully check the qualification, experience and other requirements for the specific position and ensure that the correct Z83 form, CV, reference number and application email are used.
The Department also states that it is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer and that its Employment Equity Plan will inform employment decisions.
