Department of Employment and Labour Client Service Officer PES Vacancies
Department of Employment and Labour Client Service Officer PES Vacancies 2026: Four Grade 12 Posts Available
The Department of Employment and Labour is inviting suitably qualified candidates to apply for four Client Service Officer PES vacancies at Labour Centres in Bethlehem, Kroonstad, Phuthaditjhaba and Zastron.
These government vacancies offer an excellent opportunity for Grade 12 applicants who are interested in helping work-seekers access employment services, learning opportunities and career counselling.
No previous work experience is required. Successful candidates will receive a salary of R280 278 per annum.
Applications for the Department of Employment and Labour Client Service Officer vacancies must be submitted by 31 July 2026.
Department of Employment and Labour Vacancies Overview
| Job details | Information |
|---|---|
| Department | Department of Employment and Labour |
| Position | Client Service Officer PES |
| Number of posts | Four |
| Salary | R280 278 per annum |
| Minimum qualification | Grade 12 or Matric certificate |
| Experience required | No experience required |
| Locations | Bethlehem, Kroonstad, Phuthaditjhaba and Zastron |
| Closing date | 31 July 2026 |
| Application email | jobs-fs5@labour.gov.za |
Available Client Service Officer Posts
The four vacancies are available at the following Labour Centres:
Bethlehem Labour Centre
- Number of posts: One
- Reference number: HR4/4/8/1008
Kroonstad Labour Centre
- Number of posts: One
- Reference number: HR4/4/8/1009
Phuthaditjhaba Labour Centre
- Number of posts: One
- Reference number: HR4/4/8/1010
Zastron Labour Centre
- Number of posts: One
- Reference number: HR4/4/8/1011
Applicants should clearly indicate the correct reference number for the Labour Centre where they wish to work.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
- A Grade 12 or Matric certificate.
- No previous work experience is required.
Candidates should ensure that their qualifications and personal information are correctly presented in their applications.
Knowledge Required
Applicants should have knowledge or an understanding of:
- Analysing and interpreting information.
- Data analytics.
- Relevant regulations, laws and legislation.
- Financial risk management and control.
- Departmental policies and procedures.
- Basic Conditions of Employment Act.
- Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act.
- Occupational Health and Safety Act and its regulations.
- Inspector appointment certificates.
- Inspectors’ cards.
- Public Finance Management Act.
Applicants are not necessarily expected to have professional experience in all these areas, but an understanding of the Department’s legislative and service-delivery environment will be beneficial.
Skills and Competencies
The Department is looking for candidates who can demonstrate the following skills:
- Analysing and interpreting information.
- Data analytics.
- Employer assessment and auditing.
- Revision of assessments.
- People management.
- Service-delivery innovation.
- Stakeholder development and relationship management.
- Programme and project planning.
- Project management.
- Facilitation.
- General administrative ability.
- Effective communication and customer service.
Because the role involves working directly with work-seekers, candidates should be patient, professional and comfortable assisting members of the public.
Duties and Responsibilities
Successful candidates will support the Department’s employment services by performing the following duties:
Register work-seekers on ESSA
Client Service Officers will assist work-seekers with registration on the ESSA system and ensure that their information is captured accurately.
Register work and learning opportunities
The successful candidates will help register available employment, training and learning opportunities.
Refer work-seekers for counselling
Work-seekers who require additional guidance may be referred for employment counselling services.
Support the placement of work-seekers
Candidates will provide administrative support during the process of placing registered work-seekers into suitable employment and learning opportunities.
Perform administrative duties
The position includes general office administration, record management and other duties needed to support the Labour Centre.
Participate in advocacy sessions
Successful candidates may also be required to participate in information and advocacy sessions organised by the Department.
How to Apply
Applications may be submitted by post, hand delivery or email.
Postal applications
Send applications to:
Chief Director: Provincial Operations
Private Bag X522
Bloemfontein
9300
Hand-delivered applications
Applications can be delivered to:
Laboria House
43 Charlotte Maxeke Street
Bloemfontein
Email applications
Email applications to:
Applicants should use the correct job title and reference number in the email subject line. For example:
Client Service Officer PES – HR4/4/8/1008 – Bethlehem
Ensure that all required application documents are attached before sending the email.
Application Closing Date
The closing date for the Department of Employment and Labour Client Service Officer PES vacancies is:
31 July 2026
Applications received after the closing date may not be considered. Candidates are encouraged to apply early and confirm that they have used the correct reference number.
Enquiries
Questions about the available posts may be directed to the following officials:
Kroonstad
Ms M Lelope
Telephone: 056 215 1812
Bethlehem and Phuthaditjhaba
Mr T Moholi
Telephone: 058 303 5293 or 058 713 0373
Zastron
Mr C van Niekerk
Telephone: 051 673 1471
These contact numbers are for vacancy-related enquiries. Applications should be submitted through the postal, hand-delivery or email channels provided above.
Employment Equity Notice
The Department indicated that priority may be given to African males, African females, African persons with disabilities, coloured males, coloured females, coloured persons with disabilities, white males and white females.
All candidates who meet the advertised requirements may submit applications.
Why This Opportunity Is Worth Considering
These Client Service Officer PES vacancies provide Grade 12 applicants with an opportunity to enter the public service without previous work experience.
The role offers practical exposure to customer service, administration, employment services and public-sector programmes. It may be particularly suitable for applicants who enjoy helping people, working with information and supporting job-seekers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I apply with Grade 12 only?
Yes. A Grade 12 or Matric certificate is the minimum qualification listed for these vacancies.
Is work experience required?
No. The advertisement states that no previous experience is required.
How many positions are available?
Four positions are available—one each in Bethlehem, Kroonstad, Phuthaditjhaba and Zastron.
What is the salary?
The salary is R280 278 per annum.
Can applications be submitted by email?
Yes. Applications can be emailed to jobs-fs5@labour.gov.za.
When do applications close?
Applications close on 31 July 2026.
