About the Role
The Department of Employment and Labour is seeking a dedicated individual for the role of Assistant Director: Labour Relations. This position is based in Pretoria, the vibrant capital city of South Africa, and plays a crucial role in shaping and maintaining a harmonious work environment across various sectors. The successful candidate will engage directly with key stakeholders to address grievances, investigate misconduct, and facilitate disciplinary hearings, ensuring that the principles of fairness and justice are upheld in the workplace.
This role is vital to the public service as it not only supports the department’s commitment to fair labour practices but also enhances the overall well-being of the workforce. By managing performance and capacity building within the unit, the Assistant Director will contribute significantly to the development of a skilled and motivated workforce, thereby strengthening community trust in government institutions.
About the Department
The Department of Employment and Labour is dedicated to creating a fair and equitable labour market in South Africa. It focuses on promoting good working conditions, protecting the rights of employees, and fostering positive labour relations. Working in this department means being part of a mission that empowers individuals and supports the economic growth of the nation through effective labour policies and practices.
What You’ll Do
- Facilitate the investigation of employee grievances and misconduct.
- Conduct disciplinary hearings and represent the employer during conciliations and arbitrations.
- Participate in Collective Bargaining structures and the Provincial Labour Relations Forum.
- Compile and present various Labour Relations reports for management.
- Advise management on complex Labour Relations issues and strike management.
- Oversee the performance of personnel within the Labour Relations unit.
- Lead capacity-building initiatives within the department.
What You’ll Need
- Matric (Grade 12) certificate or equivalent.
- National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Labour Relations, Labour Law, or Industrial Relations (NQF 6/7).
- Valid driver’s license.
- Three to five years of relevant experience in Labour Relations, with at least two years in a supervisory role.
- In-depth knowledge of Labour Legislations, Public Service Policies, and Collective Bargaining Agreements.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Excellent research, conflict resolution, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and in report writing.
- Analytical skills for investigation and presentation.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
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Requirements
Matric (Grade 12) certificate or equivalent plus National Diploma / Bachelor's Degree (NQF6/7) /in Labour Relations / Labour Law / Industrial Relations.Valid Drivers License.
Three (3) to five (5) years relevant working experience in the Field of Labour Relations of which two (2) years must be at a Supervisory (Salary Level 7/8) level.
A valid drivers license.
Knowledge: Through knowledge of Labour Legislations, Acts, Public Service Policies / Regulations and Collective Bargaining Agreements.
Ability to work under pressure.
The ability to develop and interpret policies.
Skills: Computer literacy in Microsoft packages.
Research, conflict resolution skills, interpersonal skills, communication (verbal and report writing).
Analytic investigation and presentation skills.
Job Duties
Facilitate / investigate grievances.Investigate misconduct and conduct disciplinary hearings.
Represent the employer at conciliations and arbitrations.
Represent the department at Collective Bargaining structures and at the Provincial Labour Relations Forum.
Compile various Labour Relations reports.
Advise management on Labour Relations issues.
Strike management.
Manage the performance of personnel within the unit.
Capacity building in the department.
