Department of Employment and Labour Office Aid Vacancies: X3 Posts Available for Grade 10 Applicants
Department of Employment and Labour Office Aid Vacancies: X3 Posts Available for Grade 10 Applicants
The Department of Employment and Labour is recruiting three Office Aids to work at Labour Centres in Limpopo and Gauteng. These government vacancies offer an annual salary of R170 226, and applicants with a Grade 10 (Standard 8) qualification are eligible to apply.
The available positions are based in Phalaborwa, Lebowakgomo and Carletonville, with one vacancy at each Labour Centre.
If you have Grade 10 and are looking for an opportunity to work in the South African public service, these positions may be worth considering. The advertisement does not specify previous work experience as a compulsory requirement.
Interested applicants must submit their applications before the closing date of 06 November 2026.
Department of Employment and Labour Office Aid Vacancies
Here are the important details applicants should know before applying.
- Employer: Department of Employment and Labour
- Job Title: Office Aid
- Number of Posts: 3
- Salary: R170 226 per annum
- Minimum Qualification: Grade 10 / Standard 8
- Experience: No compulsory experience requirement specified
- Provinces: Limpopo and Gauteng
- Closing Date: 06 November 2026
- Application Form: New Z83 Employment Application Form
Available Office Aid Positions and Reference Numbers
The Department of Employment and Labour is filling three Office Aid positions at the following Labour Centres:
1. Phalaborwa Labour Centre – Limpopo
- Position: Office Aid
- Number of Posts: 1
- Reference Number: HR4/4/6/47
- Salary: R170 226 per annum
2. Lebowakgomo Labour Centre – Limpopo
- Position: Office Aid
- Number of Posts: 1
- Reference Number: HR4/4/6/48
- Salary: R170 226 per annum
3. Carletonville Labour Centre – Gauteng
- Position: Office Aid
- Number of Posts: 1
- Reference Number: HR4/4/4/09/48
- Salary: R170 226 per annum
Applicants should carefully select the position they want to apply for and use the correct reference number when submitting their applications.
Minimum Requirements for Office Aid Vacancies
To qualify for these Office Aid vacancies, applicants must meet the following minimum educational requirement:
- Grade 10 or Standard 8 qualification.
The department also requires candidates to have knowledge of the following:
- Cleaning practices: Understanding basic cleaning procedures and maintaining a hygienic working environment.
- Catering: Basic knowledge of food and refreshment services.
- Office practices: Understanding general office procedures and workplace responsibilities.
Skills and Competencies
Successful candidates should demonstrate:
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Effective verbal communication.
- Good listening skills.
- The ability to communicate respectfully with colleagues and visitors.
These positions may be suitable for applicants who are dependable, willing to perform practical workplace duties and comfortable assisting with the daily operations of an office.
Duties and Responsibilities of an Office Aid
Office Aids play an important supporting role in ensuring that Labour Centres remain clean, organised and ready to serve the public.
Successful applicants will be expected to perform the following duties:
1. Maintain a Clean Office Environment
- Ensure that the office environment remains clean at all times.
- Assist with general cleaning duties.
- Help maintain a tidy and hygienic working environment.
2. Provide Food Service Assistance
- Assist with basic food service duties.
- Support catering-related activities within the office.
- Help ensure that food service tasks are carried out appropriately.
3. Assist With Stock Distribution
- Help distribute stock and supplies within the Labour Centre.
- Assist with the movement of office materials to the appropriate sections.
4. Perform Messenger Duties
- Assist with general messenger functions.
- Help distribute documents and other office items.
- Support the smooth day-to-day running of the Labour Centre.
How to Apply for Department of Employment and Labour Office Aid Vacancies
Applicants must use the correct application method for the Labour Centre where they wish to work.
Applications for Phalaborwa and Lebowakgomo
Applicants interested in the Limpopo positions may submit their applications by post, hand delivery or email.
Postal Address:
Chief Director: Provincial Operations
Private Bag X9368
Polokwane
0700
Hand Delivery Address:
42A Schoeman Street
Polokwane
Email Applications:
- Phalaborwa: Job-PHAL@labour.gov.za
- Lebowakgomo: Job-LBG@labour.gov.za
Applicants must use the correct email address for their selected position.
Applications for Carletonville Labour Centre
Applicants interested in the Carletonville position can submit their applications by hand or through the specified online application portal.
Hand Delivery Address:
Deputy Director – Labour Centre
Carletonville Labour Centre
Corner of Osmium and Amethyst Streets
Carletonville
Online Application Portal:
Required Application Documents
Applicants must ensure that their applications are complete and correctly prepared.
The following documents are required:
- A completed and signed new Z83 Application Form.
- An updated and comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- The correct job title and reference number.
The department specifies that online applications must include the Z83 form and CV as one attachment.
Applicants submitting their applications by email must clearly indicate the correct job title and reference number and use the email address assigned to the relevant Labour Centre.
The new Z83 form can be obtained from any Public Service Department.
Before submitting an application, applicants should check that all information is accurate and that they have followed the relevant submission instructions.
Employment Equity Requirements
The Department of Employment and Labour has identified employment equity targets for these vacancies.
Phalaborwa and Lebowakgomo Labour Centres
Preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants from the following designated groups:
- African males
- Coloured males
- Coloured females
- Indian males
- White males
- White females
Carletonville Labour Centre
Preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants from the following designated groups:
- African males
- Indian males
- White males
These preferences form part of the department’s employment equity targets.
Enquiries and Contact Details
Applicants who require additional information about the advertised vacancies may contact the relevant officials.
Phalaborwa and Lebowakgomo
- Contact Person: Mr M.I. Makgobola
- Telephone: 015 290 1723
Carletonville
- Contact Person: Mr B.P. Mosoeu
- Telephone: 018 788 3281
Closing Date for Office Aid Applications
The closing date for these vacancies is Friday, 06 November 2026.
According to the department’s vacancy announcement, the submission deadlines are:
- Walk-in applications: 16:00
- Online applications: 23:59
Applicants are encouraged to submit their documents early to avoid missing the deadline.
Why Consider These Office Aid Vacancies?
For job seekers who have completed Grade 10, finding government employment opportunities that do not require Matric can be challenging.
These Office Aid positions provide an opportunity to apply for employment in the public service without a Grade 12 qualification being listed as a minimum requirement.
The advertised salary is R170 226 per annum, and successful candidates will contribute to essential administrative support functions at local Labour Centres.
The positions involve practical duties such as maintaining clean offices, assisting with catering, distributing stock and performing messenger functions.
Final Reminder to Applicants
The Department of Employment and Labour has advertised three Office Aid vacancies for 2026, with positions available in Phalaborwa, Lebowakgomo and Carletonville.
Applicants with Grade 10 who meet the stated requirements are encouraged to consider these opportunities.
Before applying, make sure you have selected the correct Labour Centre, used the appropriate reference number and completed the required Z83 form.
Applications close on 06 November 2026.
