Assistant Director: Labour Relations (Permanent position)

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

Employment Type:
Permanent

Reference No:
WCD99/2026

Location:
West Coast District Office, Malmesbury, West Coast Health District

REMUNERATION

R 487 197 - R 573 897 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).

STARTING DATE

28 Aug 2026

CLOSING DATE

• PLEASE NOTE:

11 Sep 2026, 5:00 pm

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/Degree.

ENQUIRIES

Mr R van Staden tel. no. (022) 814 0331

EXPERIENCE

Appropriate experience in Labour Relations.

INHERENT REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

Valid Code B/EB driver’s licence and willingness to travel.

NOTE

No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Shortlisted candidates may be subjected to a practical test.

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS)

Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal and good time management planning skills. Ability to think analytical and be able to resolve problems. Ability to negotiate and conciliate. Understanding collective bargaining and dispute resolution in the essential services.

DUTIES (KEY RESULT AREAS/OUTPUTS)

Support and advice to all staff and supervisors with regards to employee relations. Effective management of all disciplinary matters and disputes. Monitor and maintain the collective bargaining structures. Provide training with regards to employee relations to all employees. Provide advice, guidance and support to your supervisor and the Management team. Coordinate and manage statistics/data with regards to disciplinary- and grievance procedures.

NOTICE TO ALL

Candidates must comply with the advertised appointment requirements of the post by the closing date and time of the advert.Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and

bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body etc. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.