About the Role
The Department of Employment and Labour is seeking a dedicated Inspector to join their team at the Kariega Labour Centre. This crucial role involves planning and conducting substantive inspections to ensure compliance with vital labour legislation. Based in the vibrant city of Kariega, you will play a significant part in safeguarding the rights of workers and promoting fair labour practices within South Africa.
As an Inspector, your work will directly impact the lives of citizens, ensuring that employers adhere to the Basic Conditions of Employment Act, the Labour Relations Act, and other critical pieces of legislation. By enforcing compliance, you will help foster a healthier working environment for all, making a real difference in the community.
About the Department
The Department of Employment and Labour is committed to promoting social justice and fair labour practices throughout South Africa. With a mission to create a productive and fair labour market, the department plays a pivotal role in safeguarding the rights and interests of both employees and employers. Working here means being part of a team that is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for South Africans by ensuring compliance with labour laws and fostering a culture of respect and cooperation in the workplace.
What You’ll Do
- Plan and conduct independent inspections to ensure compliance with various labour laws.
- Execute investigations on reported contraventions of labour legislation.
- Prepare presentations and appear in court as a State witness when necessary.
- Conduct proactive inspections to monitor compliance and compile detailed reports.
- Develop and implement advocacy campaigns to raise awareness about labour legislation.
- Contribute to the planning and drafting of regional inspection plans and statistical reports.
What You’ll Need
- A three-year tertiary qualification in Labour Relations, B. Tech Degree in Labour Relations, or LLB.
- A minimum of two years of functional experience in Inspection and Enforcement Services.
- A valid driver’s licence.
- Strong knowledge of relevant labour legislation, including the Basic Conditions of Employment Act and Occupational Health and Safety Act.
- Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Proficient in computer literacy and report writing.
How to Apply
Please refer to the application instructions below.
Requirements
Three (3) year tertiary qualification in Labour Relations/ B.Tech Degree in Labour Relations/ LLB.
Two (2) years of functional experience in Inspection and Enforcement Services.
A valid driver’s licence.
Knowledge: Departmental Policies and procedures.
Skills Development Act.
Labour Relations Act.
Basic Conditions of Employment Act.
Skills Development Levies Act.
Occupational Health and Safety Act.
COIDA.
SABS Codes.
Unemployment Insurance Act.
UI Contributions Act.
Employment Equity Act.
Immigration Act.
Skills: Facilitation Skills.
Planning and organising.
Computer Literacy.
interpersonal skills.
Conflict handling skills.
Negotiation skills.
Problem Solving skills.
Interviewing skills.
Presentation skills.
Innovative.
Analytical.
Verbal and written communication skills.
Job Duties
Plan and independently conduct substantive inspections with the aim of ensuring compliance with all labour legislation, namely, Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA).Labour Relations Act (LRA), Employment Equity Act (EEA), Unemployment Insurance Act (UIA), Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act (COIDA), Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and UI Contributions Act (UICA).
Plan and execute investigations independently on reported cases pertaining to contravention of labour legislation and enforce as and when necessary, including making presentations for and appearing in Court as a State witness.
Plan and conduct allocated proactive (Blitz) inspections regularly to monitor compliance with labour 63 legislation including compilation and consolidation of reports emanating from such inspections.
Plan and conduct advocacy campaigns on all labour legislation independently, analyse impact thereof, consolidate and compile report.
Contribute at a higher level to planning, drafting and maintenance of regional inspection plans and reports including execution of analysis and compilation of consolidated statistical reports on regional and allocated cases.
