Senior Labour Relations Practitioner Ref No: Recruit

POST 25/104 : SENIOR LABOUR RELATIONS PRACTITIONER REF NO: RECRUIT

SALARY : R413 001 per annum (Level 08), (excluding benefits)

CENTRE : Pretoria: Head Office

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate B Degree (NQF level 7) or Three (3) year Diploma (NQF 6) in

Labour Relations. At least two (2) years’ experience in a labour relations

environment. Demonstrable competency in acting Independently,

Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility. Sound knowledge of the

Labour Relations regulatory environment, including but not limited to Labour

Relations Act, Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, and applicable

Collective Agreements. Good communication skills, both verbal and written.

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work under pressure. Computer

Literacy. Driver’s License is a requirement. Job knowledge. Initiative.

Reliability. Communication. Interpersonal Skills.

DUTIES : Attend to labour relations matters with a view to resolve them. Prepare

submissions for approval. Liaise with the NPA business units and external

stakeholders. Capture data on the case management system and on PERSAL

and maintain ER database. Extract and analyse PERSAL reports related to

labour relations and report thereon. Compile labour relations reports and

memoranda. Provide general labour relations advice. Research relevant

legislation and policy and procedures and case law to inform management of

cases. Analyse data and trends and participate in the development of mitigation

plans. Assist with facilitation and investigation of grievance, complaints and

misconduct cases. Represents the NPA in disciplinary matters. Facilitate labour

relations training. Represents the NPA in external dispute. Assist with general

administrative functions and travel arrangements.

ENQUIRIES : Ronnie Pather Tel No: (012) 845 6186

APPLICATIONS : e mail: Recruit2026245@npa.gov.za

An appropriate B Degree (NQF level 7) or Three (3) year Diploma (NQF 6) in Labour Relations. At least two (2) years’ experience in a labour relations environment. Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility. Sound knowledge of the Labour Relations regulatory environment, including but not limited to Labour Relations Act, Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, and applicable Collective Agreements. Good communication skills, both verbal and written. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work under pressure. Computer Literacy. Driver’s License is a requirement. Job knowledge. Initiative. Reliability. Communication. Interpersonal Skills.

Attend to labour relations matters with a view to resolve them. Prepare submissions for approval. Liaise with the NPA business units and external stakeholders. Capture data on the case management system and on PERSAL and maintain ER database. Extract and analyse PERSAL reports related to labour relations and report thereon. Compile labour relations reports and memoranda. Provide general labour relations advice. Research relevant legislation and policy and procedures and case law to inform management of cases. Analyse data and trends and participate in the development of mitigation plans. Assist with facilitation and investigation of grievance, complaints and misconduct cases. Represents the NPA in disciplinary matters. Facilitate labour relations training. Represents the NPA in external dispute. Assist with general administrative functions and travel arrangements.

e mail: Recruit2026245@npa.gov.za To apply, submit a completed Z83 form and detailed Curriculum Vitae (PDF document to a maximum of 10 megabytes) via e-mail or hand delivery. The Department will not be held responsible for server delays. Late applications due to technical issues will not be considered. Shortlisted candidates must provide certified copies of required documents (Identity Document, qualifications, etc) where necessary and service certificates to support senior management experience to Human Resources before the interviews, including South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) evaluation reports for foreign qualifications. Failure to comply will result in disqualification. To be appointed at Senior Management Service (SMS) level, you must complete the SMS Pre- entry programme offered by the National School of Government (NSG). Find course details here: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry- programme/ appointment is subject to successful completion of the Nyukela Programme: Pre-entry Certificate to SMS and submission of proof. Shortlisted applicants for the advertised vacancies will undergo two pre-entry assessments: a practical assessment and an integrity assessment, both of which form part of the selection criteria after the interview. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. NB: Please note that false or fraudulent qualifications submitted by applicants will be reported to the South African Police Services (SAPS), and a criminal case shall be opened. Applications: Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered. Do not submit duplicate applications. If applying for multiple posts, submit separate applications for each post. Applications submitted via email will be acknowledged via an automated response. Applications received manually will not be acknowledged due to high volumes of applications received. If you have not heard from us within 3 months, please consider your application to be unsuccessful. Should, during any stage of the recruitment process, a moratorium be placed on the filling of posts or the Department is affected by any process such as, but not limited to, restructuring or reorganisation of posts, the Department reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process and re- advertise the post at any time in the future. Important: DLRRD is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting representivity and affirmative action. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates. The Department reserves the right not to fill vacancies. By applying you consent to the collection and processing of your personal information for recruitment purposes. Shortlisted candidates will be required to be available for assessments and interviews at a date and time as determined by the Department. Shortlisted candidates will undergo personnel suitability checks, security vetting and reference checks (including social media profiles). Applications must declare any pending criminal, disciplinary or any other allegations or investigations. Successful candidates must pass security clearance, sign an employment contract, sign an annual performance agreement and disclose financial interests. All applicants are required to declare any conflict or perceived conflict of interest, to disclose memberships of Boards and directorships that they may be associated with. Failure to disclose relevant information may result in disqualification or termination. ERRATUM: The position of Survey Technician with Ref No: 3/1/1/1/2026/149 for the Directorate: Examination Services: KwaZulu-Natal (Pietermaritzburg) has reference. Applicants are advised that applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to: 1st Floor, 270 Jabu Ndlovu Street (formerly known as Loop Street), Pietermaritzburg, 3200 or by email to Post149@dlrrd.gov.za. The closing date has been extended to 31 July 2026. The Department apologies for any inconvenience caused. MANAGEMENT ECHELON

Applications: Recruit2026245@npa.gov.za