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Inspector (Gqeberha Labour Centre)

Department of Employment and Labour
Gqeberha Labour Centre, Eastern Cape
PermanentR338,106 a yearSecurityCloses 6 Nov 2026

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About the role

The Department of Employment and Labour is hiring 2 Inspector posts, based in Gqeberha Labour Centre. This is a permanent post, paying R338,106 a year. How to apply: Deputy Director: Labour Centre Operations: Private Bag X6045, Gqeberha, 6000 or hand deliver at 116-134 Govan Mbeki Avenue, Central, VSN Building, Gqeberha, 6000; Email: Jobs-ECPLZ@LABOUR.gov.za Reference number to quote: HR4/4/10/10 Closing date: 06 November 2026 at 16:00 (walk-in) and 23:59 (online) Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV. Note: African Males, Coloured Males, Coloured Females, Indian Males, Indian Females, White Males, White Females and Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and independently conduct inspections with the aim of ensuring compliance with the Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA).
  • Execute investigations independently on reported cases pertaining to contravention of labour legislation and enforce as and when necessary.
  • Plan and conduct proactive (Blitz) inspection regularly to monitor compliance with labour legislation.
  • Conduct advocacy campaign on all Labour Legislation independently.
  • Draft and maintain inspection plans and reports including analysis and compilation of consolidated statistical reports on only allocated cases.

Requirements

  • 3 year relevant tertiary qualification Labour Relations/BCOM Law/LLB.
  • 1 year functional experience in Inspection and Enforcement Services.
  • A valid driver’s licence.
  • Knowledge:
  • Departmental policies
  • Procedures
  • Skills Development Act
  • Labour Relation Act
  • Basic Conditions of Employment Act
  • Skills Development Levies Act
  • Occupational Health and Safety Act
  • COIDA
  • Unemployment Insurance Act
  • UI Contribution Act
  • Employment Equity Act
  • Skills:
  • Facilitation skills
  • Planning and Organizing (Mainly for own)
  • Computer literacy
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Conflict handling skills
  • Negotiation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Interviewing
  • Listening and observation skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Innovative
  • Analytical
  • Verbal and written communication skills
Ref: PSV-2026-38-116Posted 23 Oct 2026