DEPARTMENT OF MINERAL AND PETROLEUM RESOURCES Jobs – 04 October 2026

The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources (DMPR) is an equal opportunity; affirmative action
employer and it is its intention to promote representivity in the Public Sector through the filling of this
post. Persons whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representivity are encouraged to
apply, particularly persons with disabilities and women interested in senior management positions. An
indication of such, in this regard will be vital in the processing of applications.

APPLICATION : Applicants must be submitted via DMPR E-Recruitment System accessible
using the following link https://erecruitment.dmpr.gov.za. Applications must
create a user profile by completing all required personal information and setting
up your login credential on DMPR E-Recruitment System. Once registration is
complete and logged in to the system, you may browse all vacant positions.
Another option is to submit application by post or courier, quoting relevant
reference, addressed to: The Director-General, Department of Mineral and
Petroleum Resources, Private Bag X59, Pretoria, 0001. Alternatively,
applications may also be hand delivered to Trevenna Campus, corner Meintjies
and Francis Baard Street, former Schoeman. General enquiries may be
brought to the attention of Ms T Gumede Tel No: (012) 444- 3319.

CLOSING DATE : 16 October 2026

NOTE : Applications are strongly advised to complete and attach recent Z83
application form which came into effect from 01 January 2021 as issued by the
Minister of Public Service Administration in line with regulation 10 of the Public
Service Regulations, 2016 as amended, which is obtainable online from
www.dpsa.gov.za and detailed Curriculum Vitae when submitting applications
on DMPR E-Recruitment System. Applications must be submitted on the recent
Z83 application form which came into effect from 01 January 2021 as issued
by the Minister of Public Service Administration in line with regulation 10 of the
Public Service Regulations, 2016 as amended, which is obtainable online from
www.gov.za and www.dpsa.gov.za. All sections of the Z83 must be completed
(In full, accurately, legibly, honestly, initialled, signed and dated), and
accompanied by a comprehensive/ detailed Curriculum Vitae only. Applicants
are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant
documents on application but must submit the Z83 and a detailed Curriculum
Vitae. Certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents will be
required from shortlisted candidates only on or before the day of the interview.
The Curriculum Vitae must have at least three (3) reference persons and their
contacts. Failure to provide accurate information on a job application as well
as incomplete information will result in a disqualification. Job applicants in
possession of a foreign qualification(s), must also provide an evaluation
certificate obtainable from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). If
an invitation for an interview is not received within three (3) months after the
closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful. Requirements
stated on the advertised posts are minimum inherent requirements; therefore,
criteria for shortlisting will depend on the proficiency of the applications
received. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two preentry assessments. One must be a practical exercise, and the other must be
an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Selection panels shall score both
technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. All
shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise
and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of
three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess
cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and
integrity. Applicants must note that personnel suitability checks (PSC) will be
conducted on the short-listed applicants, therefore will be required to give
consent in terms of the POPI Act in order for the Department to conduct this
exercise. PSC includes security screening and vetting, qualification
verification, criminal records, financial records checks. Applicants who do not
comply with the above-mentioned requirements, as well as application
received after the closing date will not be considered. If an applicant wishes to
withdraw an application, He/ She must do so in writing. It is also important to
note that the Department reserves the right not to fill any advertised post at any
stage of the recruitment process.

ADMINISTRATION CLERK: STRATEGY MANAGEMENT AND PLANNING

POST 35/112 : ADMINISTRATION CLERK: STRATEGY MANAGEMENT AND PLANNING
REF NO: 0101
SALARY : R237 453 per annum (Level 05)
CENTRE : Head Office, Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 (NQF 4) and valid driver’s license, Knowledge: Public Finance
Management Act, Treasury Regulations. DMPR Policies. Knowledge of Public
Service Regulations. Skills Good communication skills (Verbal and written),
Computer skills, Planning and organising. Thinking Demand: Analytical.
Creativity, Research and administrative skills.

DUTIES : Render logistical and secretariat support. Provide supply chain clerical support
within the component. Ensure document management within Directorate.
Provide personnel administration clerical support services within the
Directorates.

ENQUIRIES : Ms. N Mbeje Tel No: (012) 444 3602
NOTE : Indian/Coloured or White Male and persons with disability are encouraged to
apply.

POST 35/111 : ADMINISTRATION CLERK REF NO: 0100

SALARY : R237 453 per annum (Leve 05)
CENTRE : Eastern Cape Region, Port Elizabeth

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 (NQF 4) and valid driver’s license, Knowledge: Public Finance
Management Act. Treasury Regulations. DMPR Policies. Knowledge of Public
Service Regulations. Skills, Communication skills (Verbal and written),
Computer skills, Planning and organising. Thinking Demand: Analytical.
Creativity. Research and administrative skills.

DUTIES : Render logistical and secretariat support. Provide supply chain clerical support
within the component. Ensure document management within Directorate.
Provide personnel administration clerical support services within the
Directorate.

ENQUIRIES : Ms. T Abrahams Tel No: (041) 403 6607
NOTE : Indian/Coloured or White female and persons with disability are encouraged to
apply.

POST 35/110 : INSPECTOR: MINE HEALTH AND SAFETY REF NO: 099

SALARY : R932 292 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive package)
CENTRE : KwaZulu-Natal Region, Durban

REQUIREMENTS : National Diploma in Mining Engineering (NQF6), Mine Manager’s Certificate of
Competency minimum of 3 years’ experience in mining and a valid driver’s
license, Knowledge: Practical and theoretical knowledge of mining, Legal
Knowledge, Departmental Directives, Public Service Act and Regulations,
Personnel Code, Directives, Skills: Team work, Loyalty towards work,
Innovative Thinker, Receptive towards suggestions and ideas, Quality Control,
Compliance with rules and regulations, Discipline, work ethics, financial
control, Self -confidence and acceptability, Tactfulness, Organisational ability,
Intolerance to waste money, time, Thinking Demand: Good Interpersonal
relations, Communication, Verbal and oral organisational ability control,
Interpretation and application of legal matters and policies, Team Work,
Training, Negotiating, Adaptability, Conflict handling, Training and Computer
Literacy.

DUTIES : Conduct and report on underground, shaft and surface audits and inspections
on matters relating to ground stability, support, explosives, blasting operations,
and other matters relating to mine safety and take the necessary enforcement
action where necessary. Investigate and report on mine related accidents,
contraventions and complaints as well as analyse mine accidents and trends
to determine high risk mining operations and take appropriate action. Serve on
any necessary board of examiners. Investigate, consult and provide inputs on
mine closures, prospecting rights, mining rights and permits, EMPs and
Township development. Provide inputs to regional reports, revision of mining
regulations, guidelines, standard and applications of exemptions, permissions
and approvals related to mining.

ENQUIRIES : Mr S Gumede Tel No: (031) 335 9691
NOTE : Indian/Coloured or White female are encouraged to apply.

We wish you all the best with your applications