Department of Employment and Labour-Record Administrators

The Department of Labour has opened applications for the Records Administrator vacancies. This government job opportunity is ideal for candidates who are looking to build a career in records management, administration, and public service.

The position offers a competitive annual salary and provides valuable experience within the government sector.

Records Administrator Vacancy Details

Post Title: Records Administrator
Reference Number: HR4/4/4/52
Salary: R280 278 per annum
Department: Department of Labour

Required Skills

Applicants should possess:

• Communication skills
• Listening skills
• Computer literacy
• Planning and organising abilities

Key Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing records and supporting administrative functions within the department.

Main duties include:

• Maintaining the filing system according to archives and records management directives
• Sorting and preparing documents for disposal processes in line with relevant prescripts
• Performing administrative duties within the section when required
• Ensuring proper records management procedures are followed
• Assisting with document organisation and storage

Benefits

The Department of Labour Records Administrator vacancy is a great opportunity for individuals seeking stable government employment in administration and records management.

Benefits of the position include:

• Competitive government salary package
• Valuable public sector work experience
• Career growth opportunities in administration
• Exposure to records and archives management systems
• Stable working environment

This role is especially suitable for candidates interested in office administration, filing systems, and document management careers.

Employment Equity

The Department encourages applications from:

• Coloured Males
• Coloured Females
• Indian Males
• Indian Females
• White Males
• White Females
• Persons living with disabilities

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

• Grade 12 / Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification

Required Knowledge

Candidates should have knowledge of:

• National Archives Act
• Batho Pele Principles
• Records Management
• Departmental Policies and Procedures

Location: Provincial Office, Eastern Cape

How to Apply

Applications can be submitted through the following methods: (Use Z83 form )Download Z83 form here 

Postal Applications

Chief Director: Provincial Operations
Private Bag X9005
East London
5201

Hand Delivery

No. 3 Hill Street
East London

Email Applications

Jobs-EC9@labour.gov.za

Enquiries

For more information regarding the vacancy, contact:

Mr C Mafu
Tel No: (043) 701 3039

Closing date: 22 May 2026