Exciting Career Opportunity: Senior Inspector (Occupational Health and Safety)
Reference Number: HR4/4/10/16
Salary: R397 116 per annum
Location: Labour Centre: Mthatha 43, Eastern Cape
Closing Date: 23 June 2025 at 16:00 (for walk-in applications) and 00:00 (for online applications)
About the Role
The Department of Labour is seeking a dedicated and qualified professional to join the team at the Mthatha Labour Centre as a Senior Inspector specializing in Occupational Health and Safety. This is a critical role that ensures workplace safety and compliance with national labour legislation, making a tangible difference in the working lives of people in the Eastern Cape region.
Requirements
To be considered for this position, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- A Senior Certificate (Matric).
- A 3-year recognized qualification (NQF Level 6) in Occupational Hygiene or Environmental Health (SAQA recognition is essential).
- A valid driver’s license.
- Registration with a relevant professional body is advantageous but not compulsory.
Required Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of Departmental policies and procedures, the Occupational Health and Safety Act (and its amendments, including Regulations 21 and incorporated South African National Standards), the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act, and the Unemployment Insurance Act.
Essential Skills: The ideal candidate will possess strong planning and organizing, communication, computer literacy, facilitation, interpersonal, conflict handling, negotiation, problem-solving, interviewing, presentation, innovation, and analytical skills.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
The successful applicant will be responsible for:
- Independently planning and conducting inspections to ensure compliance with the OHS Act, its Regulations, and incorporated Standards.
- Verifying employer registration with the UIF and COIDA.
- Investigating and finalizing incidents and complaints related to OHS, which may include appearing in court as a state witness.
- Conducting proactive inspections and compiling detailed reports on findings.
- Planning and executing advocacy campaigns on labour legislation and analysing their impact.
- Contributing to regional inspection plans and compiling consolidated statistical reports.
Application Process
Enquiries: Ms S Zaula, Tel: (047) 501 5600
How to Apply:
Walk-in: Deliver your application to: No 18 Corner of Madeira & Elliot Streets, Old Manpower Building, Mthatha, 5100.
Post: The Labour Centre Operations, Private Bag X5080, Umtata, 5100.
Email: [email protected]
Important Application Notes:
- Use the new Z83 form: Applications must be submitted on the new, fully completed, signed, and initialed Z83 form, obtainable from any Public Service Department or at www.gov.za/documents. Old Z83 forms will not be accepted.
- One PDF Document: For online applications, your CV and the completed Z83 form must be combined into a single PDF document. JPEGs or image files will not be accepted.
- Clear Subject Line: The email subject line must indicate the full job title and the reference number HR4/4/10/16.
- Certified Documents: Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of their qualifications and other relevant documents before the interview.
- Failure to follow these instructions will result in disqualification.
If you have not been contacted within eight (8) weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. The department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Its employment equity plan will inform the final appointment decision.
Don’t miss this chance to advance your career in public service and contribute to safer working environments. Apply before the deadline on 23 June 2025!
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