About the Role
The Office of the Registrar of Deeds in Mpumalanga is looking for dedicated individuals to fill the role of Junior Examiner. Based in the vibrant city of Mbombela, this position plays a crucial part in maintaining the integrity of property registration in our community. As a Junior Examiner, you will contribute to the public service by ensuring that all deeds are correctly examined and processed, supporting the legal framework that protects property ownership across South Africa. This role is vital for fostering trust in property transactions and upholding the standards of our public service.
In this position, you will engage with various aspects of deeds registration processes, using your skills to verify and endorse documentation vital for property transactions. Your work will directly impact individuals and businesses in Mbombela, making it a rewarding opportunity to serve the community while growing your career in government jobs.
About the Department
The Office of the Registrar of Deeds is responsible for the registration of property transactions and the maintenance of accurate records. This department’s mission is to provide a reliable and efficient service that protects property rights and ensures compliance with legal standards. Working within this department means being part of a team that upholds the rule of law and contributes to the stability and growth of our economy.
What You’ll Do
- Prepare deeds for examination, ensuring all necessary details are included.
- Link batches and endorse deeds, inserting fees and completing all endorsements accurately.
- Verify registration information against existing data to ensure correctness.
- Examine deeds and documents for compliance and correctness in drafting.
- Raise notes referring to the relevant authority and check compliance on re-lodged deeds.
- Attend to the rectification of office errors and file updated acts, manuals, and circulars.
- Complete notification forms and caveat endorsements for related sections.
- Interpret interdicts and sectional titles files, raising queries as needed.
- Sort and distribute deeds according to transactions and batches to examiners.
What You’ll Need
- A Grade 12 Certificate and a National Diploma in Law, Deeds Registration Law, or an equivalent qualification.
- Job-related knowledge of deeds registration processes and procedures.
- Strong understanding of property law and examination of deeds.
- Proficiency in computer literacy and communication skills.
- Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong time management and interpretation skills, as well as numerical skills.
How to Apply
Please ensure that you send your application to the Office of the Registrar of Deeds: Mpumalanga at 25 Bell St, Mbombela, 1201. Candidates are also encouraged to apply by using the link provided below before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.
Requirements
Minimum requirements: Applicants must be in a possession of Grade 12 Certificate and National Diploma in Law / National Diploma Deeds Registration Law / Buris / B Proc / LLB or related equivalent qualification.No experience required.
Job related knowledge: Deeds registration processes and procedures.
Interpretation of statutes.
Examination of Deeds.
Property Law.
Computer literacy skills.
Communication skills.
Organising skills.
Problem solving.
Interpersonal skills.
Time Management Skills.
Interpretation skills.
Numerical skills.
Job Duties
Prepare deeds for examination.Link batches, endorse deeds, insert fees and complete all the endorsements.
Verify registration information against data information.
Complete fee endorsement, indicate exemption category and authority.
Examine deeds and document.
Check correctness of drafting of deeds.
Raise notes referring to the relevant authority.
Check compliance of notes on re-lodged deeds and remove notes if complied.
Attend to rectification of office errors.
File updated acts, manual and circulars.
Complete notification form/caveat endorsement for other sections (diagram, etc).
Verify registration information.
Check and interpret interdicts, and record details thereof.
Check and interpret sectional titles files.
Raise queries if non complied and endorse deeds.
Check and interpret township files, general plan and ensure that appropriate title conditions/ DOTS slip and scan deeds, sort and Distribute deeds according to transactions and batches to Examiners.
Distribute assignment slips to examiner.
Record township, section schemes, roster.
corrective maintenance and expedited deeds.
