Employment and Labour Statutory Services Officer Vacancy 2026

Opportunity Overview

The Department of Employment and Labour is seeking a dedicated Statutory Services Officer to join their Provincial Office in Bloemfontein, Free State. This pivotal role involves ensuring compliance with employment law and supporting enforcement processes across the province.

As a Statutory Services Officer, you will be instrumental in administering legal compliance activities, assisting with key enforcement initiatives, and contributing to the strategic development of Statutory Services within the Department. This position offers a chance to apply your legal expertise in a public service environment, making a direct impact on labour relations and compliance.

Minimum Requirements

To be considered for this opportunity, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Education: BPROC, LLB, or BCOM Law qualification.
• Experience: One (1) year of experience in a legal compliance environment.
• Licence: A valid driving license.
• Knowledge:
• Public service transformation and management issues.
• Public Service Act.
• Treasury Regulations.
• Departmental policies and procedures.
• Corporate governance.
• Skills Development Act.
• Public Service Regulations.
• SDLA.
• Skills:
• Facilitation
• Planning and Organising
• Computer literacy
• Problem-solving
• Interviewing skills
• Presentation
• Innovative thinking
• Analytical abilities
• Verbal and written communication

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for a range of duties, including:

• Planning and independently administering work referred to Statutory Services for the enforcement of non-compliance under employment law.
• Assisting the Assistant Director: Statutory Services (ASD: SS) in the enforcement processes for IES.
• Contributing to the strategy for Statutory Services.
• Assisting in facilitating the implementation of capacity development programmes for inspectors in the province.
• Compiling statistics for the unit.

What the Work Involves

As a Statutory Services Officer, you will be based at the Provincial Office in Bloemfontein, operating within a professional office environment. Your daily tasks will primarily involve managing cases related to employment law non-compliance, from initial planning to administering enforcement actions. This includes reviewing legal documents, interpreting regulations, and ensuring that departmental procedures are followed.

You will work closely with the Assistant Director: Statutory Services, providing crucial support in executing enforcement processes. Beyond direct case management, the role extends to contributing to the broader strategic direction of Statutory Services and helping to build the capacity of inspectors through various development programmes. A key aspect of your work will also be to track and compile unit statistics, providing valuable data for reporting and decision-making.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted by 13 November 2026.

You can apply using one of the following methods:

• Email: Submit your application to Jobs-fs2@labour.gov.za
• Post: Send your application to:

Chief Director: Provincial Operations Private Bag X522 Bloemfontein 9300

• Hand Delivery: Deliver your application to:

Laborie House 43 Charlotte Maxeke Street Bloemfontein

Please note that priority will be given to African Males, African Females, African with Disabilities and Coloured Males, Coloured Females, Coloured with Disabilities, White Males and White Females.