Senior Administrative Officer: Labour Relations – Mitchells Plain – Department Of Health

About the Role

The Department of Health is seeking a Senior Administrative Officer: Labour Relations to join its team at the Mitchells Plain District Hospital. This pivotal role allows you to play a crucial part in enhancing the quality of public service within the health sector. As a Senior Administrative Officer, you will be at the forefront of managing labour relations, ensuring a productive and harmonious working environment that benefits both employees and the community they serve.

Located in Mitchells Plain, a vibrant suburb of Cape Town, this position not only offers a chance to work in an essential public service role but also the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of countless individuals. Your expertise in labour relations will help address grievances, manage disputes, and implement effective workplace strategies that contribute to the overall well-being of healthcare staff and, ultimately, the patients.

About the Department

The Department of Health is committed to providing high-quality healthcare services across South Africa. Its mission is to promote health, prevent disease, and ensure equitable access to healthcare for all citizens. Working in this department means being part of a dedicated team that strives to improve health outcomes and enhance the quality of life for communities throughout the region. The work you do here is not just a job; it is a commitment to the health and welfare of the South African population.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct disciplinary investigations and serve as an initiator in disciplinary hearings.
• Manage individual and collective grievances effectively.
• Interpret and analyze Labour Relations statistics for informed decision-making.
• Resolve conflicts and disputes within the workplace.
• Facilitate the development and implementation of the Workplace Skills Plan and the Annual Training Report.
• Provide secretariat services to the Skills Development and Institutional Management and Labour Committees.
• Attend HRD and Labour Relations forum meetings to represent the department.
• Supervise and manage subordinates effectively to ensure operational efficiency.

What You’ll Need

• A minimum of a 3-year National Diploma or Degree in Human Resource Management or Labour Law.
• Relevant experience in Labour Relations and Human Resource Development.
• Supervisory experience in a similar role.
• A valid (Code B/EB) driver’s license and willingness to travel.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently under pressure.
• Proficiency in computer literacy.

How to Apply

Please refer to the application instructions below.