Circular 33 of 2026 · Post 33/40 · Ref KSDASDLR/09/2026

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR LABOUR RELATIONS

Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET)

  • CentreAdministration Centre
  • LevelLevel 09
Closing date: 16 days remaining

Job details

Circular
33 of 2026
Page No.
14
Circular Post
33/40
Reference number
KSDASDLR/09/2026
Department
Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET)
Centre
Administration Centre
Salary
R487 197 per annum (Level 09)
Closing date
30 September 2026

Application and salary information

Salary

R487 197 per annum (Level 09)

Application route

Complete submission instructions are provided under How to apply.

Requirements

  • National Senior Certificate / Grade 12/STD10 or NCV level 4.
  • An appropriate National Diploma (NQF6) in Labour Relations, Employment Relations and Human Resource Management or HR and related qualification.
  • A minimum of 3-5 years working experience Labour Relations or Human Resource Management environment to related field.
  • Knowledge of Labour Relations Act, Public Service Legislations and Policies related to Human Resource Management.
  • Sound Knowledge of Labour Relations status.
  • Sounds Knowledge of Internal Labour Organization (ILO) Knowledge and understanding of the TVET/CET Administration.
  • Knowledge and understanding of Higher Education sector.
  • Administrative, Planning and organisation, Financial Management, Report Writing, Communication and interpersonal, Problem solving, Computer literacy, Analytical, Client oriented, Project management, Team leadership, People management, Conducting investigation, Presentation skills, Client service focus integrity, Committed, Proactive, loyal and Ethics.

Duties

  • Maintain Sound Labour Relations, Render advice on Labour related matters.
  • Develop and implement Human Resource policies and manuals.
  • Ensure proper implementation of disciplinary procedures, grievance procedures and code of conduct.
  • Conduct investigation and disciplinary hearings.
  • Management of Strike action, Minimize labour dispute.
  • Facilitate and conduct labour relations training and workshop, Ensure proper implementation of the collective bargaining council resolutions.
  • Management of all Human, Financial and other resources of the unit.
  • Investigate misconduct cases and compile investigation report Management of discipline, represent the Department during formal disciplinary hearing, provide advice on informal hearings and ensure the implementation of disciplinary sanctions.
  • Investigate and finalize all grievances and complaints received from employees in the Department / Colleges.
  • Coordinate and provide support in terms of representing the Department/ Colleges in all disputes referred to the Public Service Sectoral Bargaining Council /Education Labour Relations Council and the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration.
  • Manage information and records of all activities in the Labour Relations in the college.
  • Manage resources of the section.
  • Monitor precautionary suspensions in the college.

Enquiries

Mr L. Mabula Tel No: (047) 505 1031

How to apply

Where and how to submit your application.

Please forward applications to email address below each post. Email address: asdlr0926@ksdtvet.edu.za

Notes and Z83 guidance

  • Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified and experienced people for the following Department of Higher Education & Training (KSDTVET College), for appointment in the following permanent positions Instructions to applicants: The application must include a fully completed and signed new Z83 form, obtainable from any Public Service Department and a detailed Curriculum Vitae with three(3)contactable references(email address and contact number),Only shortlisted candidates will submit qualifications, identity documents, qualifications and all other relevant documents like driver’s licence when shortlisted The college has the right to withdraw and/or amend adverts for post(s) and retains the right not to fill the post(s) as determined by the delegated authority. It is the responsibility of applicants to ensure that their applications reach the college on or before the closing date.
  • Applications received after the closing date will under no circumstances be considered.
  • Applicant are respectfully informed that correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
  • All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a competency or skills test, including SMS, shall undertake two pre entry assessments, one will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on pre-entry technical generic requirements, and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. According to Section 32B (3) of National Qualifications Framework Act No.67 of 2008, it is unlawful to falsely or fraudulently claim to have a qualification or part qualification registered on the NQF or awarded by educational institution, a skills development provider, a quality council or a recognised foreign institution. The HOD in the relevant Department shall report such violations to the (SAPS), and a criminal case shall be opened.
  • All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to qualifications and citizen verification; criminal records and financial/assets record checks.
  • Applicants who have not been invited for an interview within 90 days should consider their applications unsuccessful.

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Original Text
POST 33/40 : ASSISTANT DIRECTOR LABOUR RELATIONS REF NO: KSDASDLR/09/2026
Nature of appointment: Permanent (PERSAL)
SALARY : R487 197 per annum (Level 09)
CENTRE : Administration Centre
REQUIREMENTS : National Senior Certificate / Grade 12/STD10 or NCV level 4. An appropriate National Diploma (NQF6) in Labour Relations, Employment Relations and
Human Resource Management or HR and related qualification. A minimum of
3-5 years working experience Labour Relations or Human Resource
Management environment to related field. Knowledge of Labour Relations Act,
Public Service Legislations and Policies related to Human Resource
Management. Sound Knowledge of Labour Relations status. Sounds
Knowledge of Internal Labour Organization (ILO) Knowledge and understanding of the TVET/CET Administration. Knowledge and understanding
of Higher Education sector. Administrative, Planning and organisation,
Financial Management, Report Writing, Communication and interpersonal,
Problem solving, Computer literacy, Analytical, Client oriented, Project management, Team leadership, People management, Conducting
investigation, Presentation skills, Client service focus integrity, Committed,
Proactive, loyal and Ethics.
DUTIES : Maintain Sound Labour Relations, Render advice on Labour related matters. Develop and implement Human Resource policies and manuals. Ensure
proper implementation of disciplinary procedures, grievance procedures and code of conduct. Conduct investigation and disciplinary hearings. Management
of Strike action, Minimize labour dispute. Facilitate and conduct labour relations training and workshop, Ensure proper implementation of the collective
bargaining council resolutions. Management of all Human, Financial and other resources of the unit. Investigate misconduct cases and compile investigation
report Management of discipline, represent the Department during formal disciplinary hearing, provide advice on informal hearings and ensure the
implementation of disciplinary sanctions. Investigate and finalize all grievances and complaints received from employees in the Department / Colleges. Coordinate and provide support in terms of representing the Department/
Colleges in all disputes referred to the Public Service Sectoral Bargaining
Council /Education Labour Relations Council and the Commission for
Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration. Manage information and records of all activities in the Labour Relations in the college. Manage resources of the
section. Monitor precautionary suspensions in the college.
ENQUIRIES : Mr L. Mabula Tel No: (047) 505 1031
APPLICATIONS : Please forward applications to email address below each post. Email address: asdlr0926@ksdtvet.edu.za
FOR ATTENTION : Mr Z. Galada, HR Manager
NOTE : Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified and experienced people for the following Department of Higher Education & Training (KSDTVET
College), for appointment in the following permanent positions Instructions to applicants: The application must include a fully completed and signed new Z83
form, obtainable from any Public Service Department and a detailed
Curriculum Vitae with three(3)contactable references(email address and
contact number),Only shortlisted candidates will submit qualifications, identity documents, qualifications and all other relevant documents like driver’s licence
when shortlisted The college has the right to withdraw and/or amend adverts for post(s) and retains the right not to fill the post(s) as determined by the
delegated authority. It is the responsibility of applicants to ensure that their
applications reach the college on or before the closing date. Applications
received after the closing date will under no circumstances be considered.
Applicant are respectfully informed that correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a
competency or skills test, including SMS, shall undertake two pre entry assessments, one will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s
suitability based on pre-entry technical generic requirements, and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. According to Section 32B
(3) of National Qualifications Framework Act No.67 of 2008, it is unlawful to falsely or fraudulently claim to have a qualification or part qualification
registered on the NQF or awarded by educational institution, a skills development provider, a quality council or a recognised foreign institution. The
HOD in the relevant Department shall report such violations to the (SAPS), and a criminal case shall be opened. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to
qualifications and citizen verification; criminal records and financial/assets record checks. Applicants who have not been invited for an interview within 90
days should consider their applications unsuccessful.
CLOSING DATE : 30 September 2026

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