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COMMISSION FOR CONCILIATION, MEDIATION AND ARBITRATION (CCMA)
 


​COMMISSIONERS (FULL-TIME) X 6
 
The Commission for Conciliation, Mediation & Arbitration (CCMA) is an independent Dispute resolution statutory body established in terms of the Labour Relations Act (LRA) 66 of 1995.  The CCMA strives to be representative of South African society in respect of race, gender & disabilities.
 
The CCMA is seeking to appoint Commissioners in terms of section 117 of the Labour Relations Act in the following categories:
COMMISSIONERS (FULL-TIME)
 
Purpose of the Job
To conciliate, arbitrate disputes and provide statutory services, in terms of all Labour Legislation to ensure the CCMA provides efficient and effective dispute resolutions, management and prevention services to the labour market.


July 2025 Commissioner Recruitment Process



Key performance areas:
  • Conduct Conciliation (includes mediation and facilitation), Arbitration, Con-Arb and In-limine hearings
  • Complete Case Documentation and Processes
  • Draft settlement agreements, arbitration awards and rulings
 
Key requirements:
  • Unless a candidate can demonstrate relevant experience of not less than four (4) years in Industrial Relations, Labour Law or conducting conciliations, arbitration and facilitations; supported by a relevant NQF level 6 tertiary qualification or above (preferably in Labour Law) is required.
  • Good knowledge of Labour Law
  • Good knowledge of Conciliation, Arbitration and Mediation processes and principles
  • Good Knowledge of the Labour Market
  • A valid driver’s license
  • Computer literacy
  • Analysis, problem solving, judgment
  • Decision Making
  • Resilience
  • Listening Skills
  • Communication Skills
  • Negotiating and Influencing
  • Diversity Awareness
  • Conflict management
  • Diplomacy
  • Interpersonal Relations
  • Ethics
*Note: Vacancies for Full-time Commissioners exist in the following Regions/Offices:
  • Gauteng (Johannesburg Office) (Ref. FT- JHB) x1
  • Mpumalanga (Emalahleni Office) (Ref. FT-MPEM) x1
  • North West (Rustenburg Office) (Ref. FT-NWRUS) x2
  • Western Cape (Cape Town Office) (Ref. FT-WCCPT) x2





NOTE FOR ALL APPLICANTS:

Strictly apply via the link provided: https://forms.office.com/r/qtePxi3LYq

In your online application for appointment, kindly ensure that you disclose all relevant material information to assist the panel in considering your application.

Detailed CV, copies of qualifications, driver’s license & ID document must be uploaded. Failure to complete the online form in full or not provide relevant information will automatically disqualify your application.
 
*Only One (1) online application should be submitted.


No emailed or hand-delivered applications will be accepted. Non-adherence to the stated procedures in applying as well as incomplete application will result in the disqualification of the application.
 
CLOSING DATE: 14 July 2025
 
N.B Incomplete and late applications will automatically be disqualified.
EMPLOYMENT EQUITY underpins CCMA recruitment processes, and all appointments are made at the sole discretion of the CCMA Governing Body.

Women are encouraged to apply.

Advanced preparation on the following statutes is essential, as an initial screening assessment will be conducted: LRA, BCEA, and EEA.

Recruitment will be in a phased approach. Shortlisted applicants will be expected to write an assessment at the Provinces/Offices where they applied. The assessments will be conducted in July 2025. Dates will be communicated to the shortlisted applicants

A completed CCMA endorsed Labour Dispute Resolution Practice (LDRP) qualification from one (1) of the following CCMA partner universities will be an advantage:
 
 
UNIVERSITY - COURSE NAME / TITLE OF QUALIFICATION AS USED BY THE UNIVERSITY CONCERNED
 
Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University, Port Elizabeth (Now known as Nelson Mandela University)
Post Graduate Diploma in Labour Law Practice (from 2014)
 
Stellenbosch University: Stellenbosch and Midrand
Certificate Programme in Labour Dispute Resolution Practice (from 2014)
 
University of the Free State, Bloemfontein
Post Graduate Diploma in Labour Law (from 2014)
 
University of KwaZulu-Natal, Durban
Post Graduate Diploma in Industrial Relations (from 2015)
 
University of the Western Cape, Cape Town
Post Graduate Diploma in Law (Labour Dispute Resolution) (from 2014)
 
University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg
Labour Dispute Resolution Practice Certificate Course (from 2014)
 
University of the North-West
Post Graduate Diploma in Labour Law (from 2019)
 
 
The CCMA is committed to providing equal opportunities and practicing affirmative action employment. It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender and disability)
 
Please note that communication will only be limited to the shortlisted candidates and should you not hear from us within 2 months from the closing date consider your application unsuccessful.