The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE) has announced several new vacancies across multiple regions in South Africa. These positions span occupational hygiene, mine health and safety, administration, and support services. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply using the official reference numbers listed for each post.
Available New Vacancies
1. Inspector: Occupational Hygiene – North West Region
- Reference: 040
- This role focuses on monitoring and enforcing compliance with occupational hygiene standards within the mining sector in the North West. The position involves inspections, reporting, and advisory functions to improve workplace safety.
- How to apply: Recruitment06@dmpr.gov.za
2. Inspector: Occupational Hygiene – Eastern Cape
- Reference: 041
- Based in the Eastern Cape, this vacancy mirrors the responsibilities of Ref 040, with emphasis on occupational exposure risks, inspections, and regulatory enforcement within the regional mining industry.
- How to apply: Recruitment07@dmpr.gov.za
3. Inspector: Mine Health and Safety – North West Region
- Reference: 042
- This post centres on ensuring compliance with the Mine Health and Safety Act. Duties include investigations, audits, accident analysis, and the promotion of safe mining practices in the North West.
- How to apply: Recruitment08@dmpr.gov.za
4. Inspector: Occupational Medicine – North West
- Reference: 043
- This role covers the assessment of occupational diseases, health surveillance, and promotion of medical compliance in mining operations. Successful applicants will support medical oversight and health policy enforcement.
- How to apply: Recruitment09@dmpr.gov.za
5. Inspector: Occupational Medicine – Northern Cape
- Reference: 044
- Similar to Ref 043, this position focuses on employee health monitoring and occupational disease management within mining environments across the Northern Cape.
- How to apply: Recruitment10@dmpr.gov.za
6. Inspector: Mine Equipment – Rustenburg
- Reference: 045
- Based in Rustenburg, this role involves inspecting, assessing, and regulating mine equipment. The post supports compliance with machinery safety standards and accident prevention strategies in line with mining legislation.
- How to apply: Recruitment11@dmpr.gov.za
7. Administration Clerk: Requisition and Order Request – Pretoria
- Reference: 046
- This Pretoria-based support role ensures documentation, procurement processing, record management, and departmental coordination. It suits candidates with strong administrative and organisational skills.
- How to apply: Recruitment12@dmpr.gov.za
8. Registry Clerk – Gauteng Region (Braamfontein)
- Reference: 047
- Located in Braamfontein, this position handles document tracking, filing systems, and registry functions to support efficient departmental operations.
- How to apply: Recruitment13@dmpr.gov.za
How to Apply
The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE) accepts applications through one of the following four methods. Applicants must choose only one submission method:
Submission Methods
1. Post
Address to:
The Director-General
Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources
Private Bag X59
Pretoria
0001
2. Hand Delivery
Trevenna Campus
Corner Meintjies Street and Francis Baard Street
(former Schoeman Street)
Pretoria
3. Courier
Send to the same address used for postal submissions.
4. Email
Submit your application as one scanned PDF attachment (not larger than 15MB) to the email address specified for the post. Each vacancy has its own email address in the advert.
Required Application Form and Documents
- Applications must be submitted using the new Z83 form (effective 01 January 2021), available at www.gov.za or www.dpsa.gov.za.
- All sections of the Z83 must be fully completed, initialled, signed, and dated.
- Submit the Z83 together with a detailed and up-to-date CV.
- Do not attach copies of ID, qualifications, or other documents at application stage.
These will be requested only from shortlisted candidates before or on the day of the interview.
Brief Application Tips
To improve the quality of submissions:
- Use the correct reference number for each application.
- Ensure all certified copies and documents are recent and legible.
- Tailor the CV to match the job requirements.
- Follow the formatting instructions exactly to avoid disqualification.
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Prospective applicants are encouraged to review the job requirements carefully and submit their applications using the correct reference numbers and channels.
With the closing date set for 17 October 2025, early submission is essential to avoid disqualification. These vacancies present an opportunity to contribute to regulation, safety, and administrative excellence within South Africa’s mineral and energy sectors.