About the Role
The Department of Employment and Labour is seeking a Labour Relations Officer to join its team in the Thabo Mofutsanyana District. This crucial role involves engaging with various stakeholders to manage and resolve labour disputes, grievances, and misconduct cases. By promoting fair labour practices and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, the Labour Relations Officer plays a significant part in fostering a harmonious work environment that benefits both employees and employers. Your contributions will not only support the department’s mission but also make a lasting impact on the community’s workforce dynamics.
In this position, you will be immersed in a collaborative atmosphere where your analytical and interpersonal skills will shine. The Thabo Mofutsanyana District, located in the Free State province, is known for its vibrant communities and diverse workforce. By actively participating in the resolution of labour relation matters, you will help maintain stability and trust within the public service, reinforcing the integrity of our government jobs in South Africa.
About the Department
The Department of Employment and Labour is dedicated to creating and maintaining a fair and equitable labour market in South Africa. With a mission to promote decent work opportunities, the department ensures that workers’ rights are upheld, and employers have the necessary support to manage their workforce effectively. Working for this department means being part of a larger effort to enhance the lives of South African citizens through social justice, economic growth, and sustainable development.
As a member of this department, you will align with its values of integrity, accountability, and service excellence, contributing to a workforce that is productive and respected. The work you do will have a profound impact on the public service, ensuring a balance between the needs of employees and employers throughout the country.
What You’ll Do
- Conduct preliminary investigations into misconduct cases, grievances, and disputes.
- Report on the outcomes of labour relation matters and investigations.
- Implement and advise on misconduct, grievance, and dispute procedures.
- Maintain the disciplinary filing system and update labour relation information.
- Compile and distribute meeting agendas and draft minutes in line with discussions.
- Provide monthly progress reports on ongoing cases and strike actions.
What You’ll Need
- A Senior Certificate and a recognized Diploma (NQF 6) in Labour Law, Labour Relations, or an equivalent qualification as recognized by SAQA.
- Knowledge of Labour Relations Legislation and processes.
- Computer literacy and strong communication skills.
- Facilitation, conflict resolution, analytical, presentation, negotiation, and interpersonal relationship skills.
- Familiarity with the Public Service Processes of the CCMA, PSCBC, and GPSSBC is advantageous.
How to Apply
Please forward your application, quoting the relevant reference number, to the link quoted in the specific advertisement below.
Requirements
Senior Certificate plus, recognized Diploma (NQF 6) in Labour Law/ Labour Relations or equivalent qualification as recognised by SAQA.No experience is required.
Knowledge and Skills: Labour Relations Legislation.
Processes of labour relation matters.
Computer literacy, good communication skills, facilitation skills, conflict resolution skills, analytical skills, presentation skills, negotiation skills, organising skills and interpersonal relationship skills.
Knowledge of the Public Service Processes of the CCMA, PSCBC and GPSSBC.
Job Duties
Preliminary investigate misconduct cases, grievances and disputes.Report on outcome of preliminary investigations of labour relation matters.
Implement misconduct procedures.
Implement grievance procedures.
Implement dispute procedures.
Advise on disciplinary procedures.
Advise on grievance procedures.
Advise on dispute procedures.
Update labour relation information on the system.
Report progress on a monthly basis.
Maintain the disciplinary filing system.
Report on strike actions.
Compile and distribute the agenda to the relevant members.
Distribute the minutes of the previous meeting.
Draft minutes of the meeting in line with discussions and decisions.
