Court Interpreter

Department of Justice and Constitutional Development; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 228 000 - 269 000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental department is seeking candidates for the position involving interpreting services and legal document translation in Johannesburg. Candidates must have at least a Grade 12 qualification and proficiency in English and indigenous languages. Key responsibilities include assisting with court records and performing various administrative functions. Additional qualifications such as practical experience and a driver's license are preferred. Salary ranges from R228,321 to R268,950 per annum, with an application deadline of February 2, 2026.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in one or more indigenous languages and English is required.
• Three months practical experience preferred.
• Driver’s license is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Render interpreting services.
• Translate legal documents and exhibits.
• Assist with reconstruction of Court Records.

Skills

Communication skills

Listening skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Computer literacy

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Planning and organizing

Confidentiality

Ability to work under pressure

Education

NQF level 4 / Grade 12

Job description

Job Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Application Deadline: February 02, 2026

• SALARY : R228 321 – R268 950 per annum.
• The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.
• CENTRE : Magistrate Office: Johannesburg Ref No: 2025/91/GP (X1 Post)
• Magistrate Office: Pretoria Ref No: 2025/100/GP (X1 Post)

Requirements

• NQF level 4/ Grade 12; Proficiency in one or more indigenous languages and English: Three months Practical experience and driver’s license will be an added advantage.
• Magistrate: Johannesburg: Language requirements: English, IsiZulu, Sesotho, Sepedi or Setswana. Magistrate: Pretoria: Language requirements: English, Venda, Xitsonga and Sepedi
• Skills and Competencies: Communication skills; Listening skills; Interpersonal skills; Time management; Computer literacy; Analytical thinking; Problem solving; Planning and organizing; Confidentiality; Ability to work under pressure.

Duties

Key Performance Areas:

• Render interpreting services, Translate legal document and exhibits; Coin Words; Assist with reconstruction of Court Records; Perform Specific line and Administrative support Functions,