Job details

Circular: 29 of 2026
Page No.: 34–35

Circular Post: 29/326
Department: Western Cape Department of The Premier
Province: Western Cape
Closing date: 7 September 2026

About this vacancy

This advert contains combined vacancy information. Review the source-supplied values below; they are not automatically paired into individual positions.

Applications close on 7 September 2026.

Application and salary information

Salary

R413 001- R486 501 per annum (Level 08)

Application route

Complete submission instructions are provided under How to apply.

Vacancy information

This advert contains combined vacancy information. Values are shown as supplied and are not paired into positions unless the source stores that relationship explicitly.

Centre: Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government.
Reference information: DOTP 01/2026 R1
Salary information: R413 001- R486 501 per annum (Level 08)

Requirements

10 requirements · official circular text

An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Labour Relations, Human Resource Management or Law;
A minimum of 1-year experience within employee relations;
A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence.
NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.
Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, Labour Relations, Human Resource Management and Conflict Management;
Appropriate labour legislation;
Relevant discipline, grievance and dispute procedures.
Skills needed: Proven computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc);
Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
Written and verbal communication skills.

Duties

9 duties · official circular text

Handle misconduct matters;
Handle grievances matter;
Handle disputes;
Render advice on misconduct and grievance matters;
Implement measures in order prevent labour unrest;
Render a support service;
Conduct investigations (misconduct, grievances and disputes);
Draft submissions for mandates;
Represent the employer in dispute (conciliation and arbitration) matters and disciplinary hearings.

Enquiries

Ms Ilse Sinclair Tel No: (021) 483 3520

How to apply

Where and how to submit your application.

Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co

Notes and Z83 guidance

Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting.
All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.
By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference.
Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.
Should you experience difficulties with your online

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Official source

This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 29 of 2026 for reference.

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Original Text

POST 29/326 : LABOUR RELATIONS OFFICER: MISCONDUCT DISPUTES AND GRIEVANCES REF NO: DOTP 01/2026 R1
SALARY : R413 001- R486 501 per annum (Level 08)
CENTRE : Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government.
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Labour Relations, Human Resource Management or Law; A
minimum of 1-year experience within employee relations; A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities,
but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply. Competencies:
Knowledge of the following: Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations,
Labour Relations, Human Resource Management and Conflict Management;
Appropriate labour legislation; Relevant discipline, grievance and dispute procedures. Skills needed: Proven computer literacy in MS Office Package
(Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc); Ability to work independently and as part of a team; Written and verbal communication skills.
DUTIES : Handle misconduct matters; Handle grievances matter; Handle disputes; Render advice on misconduct and grievance matters; Implement measures in
order prevent labour unrest; Render a support service; Conduct investigations
(misconduct, grievances and disputes); Draft submissions for mandates;
Represent the employer in dispute (conciliation and arbitration) matters and disciplinary hearings.
ENQUIRIES : Ms Ilse Sinclair Tel No: (021) 483 3520
NOTE : Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and submit documentation for verification
purposes and criminal record vetting. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a
candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The selection
process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government
contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference.
Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving. Should you experience difficulties with your online
application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to
16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert.
Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.