Team Leader

Labour; Lephalale; On-site; ZAR 380,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Labour in Lephalale is seeking an Inspector to independently conduct inspections and enforce labour laws. The role requires planning, reporting, and the ability to testify in court when needed, contributing to regional enforcement strategies.

The ideal candidate holds a relevant diploma or degree, two years of inspection experience, and a valid driver’s license. Strict targets and equal opportunity commitments apply in selection.

Qualifications

• Three (3) year’s National Diploma (NQF 6)/Undergraduate Bachelor Degree (NQF 7) in Labour Relations / Labour Law / LLB / BCOM Law.
• Two (2) year’s functional experience in Inspection and Enforcement Services.
• A valid driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

• Plan and independently conduct substantive inspections to ensure compliance with BCEA and LRA.
• Plan and execute investigations on reported cases and appear in court as a State witness when necessary.
• Plan, allocate and conduct proactive inspections to monitor compliance and compile consolidated reports.

Skills

Facilitation

Planning

Organizing

Computer literacy

Interpersonal

Conflict handling

Negotiation

Problem solving

Interviewing

Presentation

Innovative

Analytical

Monitoring

Performance Management

Communication

Education

National Diploma (NQF 6) / Undergraduate Bachelor Degree (NQF 7) in Labour Relations / Labour Law / LLB / BCOM Law

Job description

REQUIREMENTS : Three (3) year's National Diploma (NQF 6)/Undergraduate Bachelor Degree (NQF 7) in Labour Relations / Labour Law / LLB / BCOM Law. Two (2) year's functional experience in Inspection and Enforcement Services. A valid driver's licence. Knowledge: Department policies and procedures, Employment Services Act, Labour Relation Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, COIDA, SABS Codes, Unemployment Insurance Act, UI Contribution Act, Employment Equity Act, Immigration Act. Skills: Facilitation, Planning, Organizing, Computer literacy, Interpersonal, Conflict handling, Negotiation, Problem solving, Interviewing, Presentation, Innovative, Analytical, Monitoring, Performance Management, Communication.

DUTIES : Plan and independently conduct substantive inspections with the aim of ensuring compliance with some of labour legislation, namely, Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA), Labour Relations Act (LRA). Plan and execute investigations independently on reported cases pertaining to contravention of labour legislation and enforce as and when necessary, including making preparations for and appearing in Court as a State witness. Plan, allocate and conduct proactive (Blitz) inspections regularly to monitor compliance with labour legislation including compilation and consolidation of reports emanating from such inspections. Conduct Advocacy campaigns on Labour legislations regularly. Manage the finalization of files of cases received and investigations conducted by the Inspectors. Contribute at a management 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.

ENQUIRIES : Ms. MS Lebogo Tel No: [phone]

NOTE : EE target- Priority will be given to Coloured Male, Coloured Female, Indian Female, White Male, White Female.

CLOSING DATE : 06 November 2026 at 16:00 (walk-in) and 23:59 (online)

The Department is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. The Employment Equity targets will be taken into consideration during the selection process. It is the Department's intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this post(s).