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DEPARTMENT OF FORESTRY, FISHERIES AND THE ENVIRONMENT 

 

The National Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. 

 

APPLICATIONS : Pretoria: Must be submitted to the Director-General, Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Private Bag X447, Pretoria, 0001 or hand-delivered to: Environment House, Erf 1563 Arcadia Extension 6, Cnr Soutpansberg and Steve Biko Road, Arcadia, Pretoria. or can be emailed to the respective email address quoting the reference number on the subject email. 

 

CLOSING DATE : 28 April 2026, 16:00. No late application will be accepted

 



NOTE : Application must be submitted on a New signed Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department accompanied by a recent detailed Curriculum Vitae only, to be considered. All attachments for online application must include an application form Z83 and CV only, in PDF and as one (1) document or attachment, indicate the correct job title and the reference number of the post on the subject line of your email. Use the correct email address associated with the post. JPEG (picture/snapshot) application will not be accepted. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications, Senior Certificate, identity document and driver’s license on or before the day of the interview. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). The National Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Preference may be given to appointable applicants from the underrepresented designated groups in terms of the Department’s equity plan. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Correspondence will be limited to successful candidates only. Short-listed candidates will be subjected to screening and security vetting to determine their suitability for employment, including but not limited to: Criminal records; Citizenship status; Credit worthiness; Previous employment (reference checks); and Qualification verification. Short-listed candidates will be expected to avail themselves at the Department’s convenience. Entry level requirements for SMS posts: In terms of the Directive on Compulsory Capacity Development, Mandatory Training Days & Minimum Entry Requirements for SMS that was introduced on 1 April 2015, a requirement for all applicants for SMS posts from 1 April 2020 is a successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG) prior to appointment. The course is available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into SMS and the full details can be obtained by following the below link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme. Furthermore, Shortlisted candidates must provide proof of successful completion of the course. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Following the interview and technical passement for all SMS posts, the Selection Panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency-based assessments. Persons appointed will be subjected to a security clearance, the signing of performance agreement and employment contract. The Department reserves the right not to make an appointment. If you have not been contacted within three 3 months after the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. By submitting the employment application form, you agree and consent in terms of Section 11(1) of the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), 2013 (Act 4 of 2013), for your personal information which you provide to the DFFE to being processed by the department and its employees, agents, Cabinet committees, and subcontractors for recruitment purposes, in accordance with the POPIA of 2013.









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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: LABOUR RELATIONS REF NO: CMS20/2026 (X3 POSTS) 

SALARY : R468 459 per annum 

CENTRE : Pretoria 

 

REQUIREMENTS : National Diploma (NQF6) in Labour Relations or relevant qualification as recognized by SAQA. A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in Labour Relations or relevant field. Knowledge of disciplinary code and procedures, grievance procedures, mediation and arbitration, public service legislation and resolutions and Labour Relations Act. Understanding of the interpretation and application of legislation, policies and resolutions. Understanding of Programme and Project Management. Good communication skills (verbal and written). Good interpersonal skills. Conflict resolution skills. Sound organising and planning skills. Coordination skills. Report writing skills. Computer literacy. Ability to work under pressure and adhere to strict deadlines. 

DUTIES : Provide support, advice and facilitate the implementation of labour relations framework in the Department through the following key performance areas: Ensure misconduct and dispute cases are handled promptly and effectively. Investigate cases and compile investigation reports. Draft sound charges of misconduct. Prepare witnesses for disciplinary hearing. Represent the department in disciplinary hearings. Represent the department in arbitrations. Ensure the facilitation of grievance resolution. Provide advice and development on labour relations matters. Prepare reports. 

 

ENQUIRIES : Ms I Qaqane, Tel No: (012) 399 8850 

APPLICATIONS : CMS20-2026@dffe.gov.za