Department of Employment and Labour Vacancies 2026
Department of Employment and Labour Vacancies 2026
The Department of Employment and Labour is currently recruiting for more than 59 vacancies across Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, Eastern Cape, and Pretoria.
These opportunities are available to matriculants, graduates, and experienced professionals. Several positions require only Grade 12, while some require higher qualifications.
Closing Date
12 June 2026
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as early as possible.
Available Vacancies
Department of Employment and Labour Vacancies 2026
Client Service Officer: Public Employment Services (PES) – 14 Posts
Salary: R280,278 per annum
Requirements
- Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate
Duties
- Assist job seekers
- Provide customer service
- Capture information on departmental systems
- Support employment services
Client Service Officer: Inspection and Enforcement Services (IES) – 14 Posts
Department of Employment and Labour Vacancies 2026
Salary: R280,278 per annum
Requirements
- Grade 12 / Matric
Duties
- Assist members of the public
- Process applications
- Handle enquiries
- Provide administrative support
Client Service Officer: UIF Operations
Department of Employment and Labour Vacancies 2026
Salary: R280,278 per annum
Location: Ulundi Labour Centre
Requirements
- Grade 12
- No experience required
Duties
- Assist UIF clients
- Process claims
- Respond to enquiries
- Maintain records
Administrative Clerk: Management Support Services (4 Posts)
Salary: R237,453 per annum
Requirements
- Grade 12
- Matric Certificate
- Senior Certificate
Duties
- Filing documents
- Data capturing
- Record keeping
- General office administration
Administrative Clerk: Support Services IES
Salary: R237,453 per annum
Location: Johannesburg Labour Centre
Requirements
- Grade 12
- Senior Certificate
Accounting Clerk (2 Posts)
Salary: R237,453 per annum
Location: Eastern Cape Provincial Office
Requirements
- Grade 12
- Accounting, Economics, Business Studies, or related subjects
Duties
- Financial administration
- Processing payments
- Maintaining financial records
- Assisting finance teams
Admin Clerk: Legal Services
Salary: R237,453 per annum
Location: Compensation Fund, Pretoria
Requirements
- Grade 12 (NQF Level 4)
- No experience required
Senior Administration Clerk: Human Resource Practices (6 Posts)
Salary: R237,453 per annum plus 37% in lieu of benefits
Contract: 3 Years
Location: UIF Pretoria
Requirements
- Grade 12
- No experience required
Duties
- Human resource administration
- Employee records management
- Recruitment support
- HR documentation
Security Officer (2 Posts)
Salary: R201,093 per annum
Requirements
- Grade 12
- Grade C Security Certificate
- Valid PSIRA Registration
Duties
- Access control
- Security monitoring
- Protect departmental property
- Incident reporting
Office Aid (4 Posts)
Salary: R170,226 per annum
Location: Compensation Fund, Pretoria
Requirements
- Grade 9 or ABET Level 4
- No experience required
Duties
- Deliver documents
- Assist with office support functions
- Cleaning and maintenance support
- General administrative assistance
Additional Vacancies Currently Open
The Department has also advertised the following positions:
- Inspector (9 Posts)
- UI Claims Officer (19 Posts)
- BCEA Inspector (3 Posts)
- OHS Inspector (2 Posts)
- Personnel Officer HRM
- Administrative Officer: Work-Seeker Registration
- Administrative Officer: Management Support Services
- Senior State Accountant: Finance
- Senior Administration Officer: UIF Operations (6 Posts)
- Assistant Director: Administrative Support Services
- Assistant Director: UI Operations (2 Posts)
- Principal Inspector: Employer Audit
- Deputy Director: Actuarial Services
- Deputy Director: Treasury (2 Posts)
- Deputy Director: Investments (7 Posts)
- Director: Corporate Services
- Registry Clerk
- Administration Clerk: IES Support Services
- Provisioning Administrative Clerk
- Senior Admin Clerk: Risk Management
- Legal Administrative Officer (MR-3 to MR-5)
Documents Required
Applicants must submit:
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Completed Z83 Application Form
For online applications:
- Combine the Z83 Form and CV into one PDF document.
Important Application Instructions
Before submitting your application:
- Use the latest Z83 Form.
- Include the correct job title.
- Include the correct reference number.
- Ensure documents are clear and readable.
- Submit before the closing date.
- Use the correct email address listed in the official advertisement.
Late applications may not be considered.
How to Apply
Official application resources:
APPLY FOR DEPARTMENT OF LABOUR ENTRY-LEVEL POSITIONS HERE
Department of Employment and Labour Vacancies Portal
Department of Employment and Labour Official Website
Download the Z83 Application Form
Why Apply?
Benefits of working for the Department of Employment and Labour include:
- Stable government employment
- Career growth opportunities
- Skills development and training
- Competitive salaries
- Public service experience
- Employee benefits where applicable
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I apply with Grade 12 only?
Yes. Many positions require only Grade 12, including Client Service Officer and Administrative Clerk vacancies.
Do I need work experience?
No. Several positions require no previous work experience.
Can Grade 9 holders apply?
Yes. The Office Aid vacancies require Grade 9 or ABET Level 4.
What is the closing date?
The closing date for most vacancies is 12 June 2026.
Is the Z83 form compulsory?
Yes. A completed Z83 form must be submitted together with your CV.
Final Thoughts
The Department of Employment and Labour Vacancies 2026 provide excellent opportunities for unemployed South Africans, matriculants, graduates, and experienced professionals seeking government employment.
With salaries ranging from R170,226 to R280,278 per annum and above, these positions offer a pathway into the public service sector and long-term career growth.
Applicants who meet the requirements should prepare their documents and submit their applications before the closing date.