The Department of Employment and Labour, in partnership with the Presidential Youth Employment Initiative (PYEI), is calling on unemployed South Africans to apply for the UIF Client Service Officer Vacancies (X454 Posts). Applications must be submitted before 31 October 2025 via the Employment Services of South Africa (ESSA) platform.
This nationwide recruitment drive is part of the government’s effort to reduce youth unemployment and improve service delivery within the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF). If you enjoy working with people, have good communication skills, and want to build a stable government career, this opportunity could be perfect for you.
As a UIF Client Service Officer, you will play a key role in helping South Africans access UIF benefits and services. You’ll be assisting job seekers, processing benefit applications, and handling important administrative duties. The role is designed for individuals who are professional, customer-focused, and eager to grow within the public sector.
Successful applicants will be placed at various Labour Centres and Satellite Offices across Mpumalanga, including Barberton, Bethal, Ermelo, Middelburg, Secunda, Mbombela, KwaMhlanga, Mashishing, Sabie, and many more.
There are 454 positions available across different Labour Centres and their satellite offices. Some of the major locations include:
This wide spread of offices means opportunities are available for people living in both rural and urban areas.
To qualify for the UIF Client Service Officer position, applicants must meet the following basic requirements:
Applicants should also have strong communication skills, both verbal and written, as well as basic computer literacy. Other important abilities include time management, conflict handling, and attention to detail.
Your main responsibilities as a UIF Client Service Officer will include:
This position is ideal for someone who is passionate about serving the public and wants to gain valuable work experience in a structured government environment.
Applications must be submitted through the ESSA online platform (Employment Services of South Africa). Visit your nearest Labour Centre for assistance with registration if you don’t already have an ESSA profile.
Alternatively, applicants may email or hand-deliver their applications to the addresses provided for each Labour Centre in the official advert. Each location has its own reference number, so be sure to include it in your application.
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Applications should be sent or hand delivered to the following addresses:
Deputy Director Labour Centre Operations: Barberton LC Private Bag X1634, Barberton, 1300 or hand deliver at Eurika Centre Shop no11, Nourse Street, Barberton. Or Email: Jobs-BBN@LABOUR.gov.za
Acting Deputy Director Labour Centre Operations: Bethal LC, Morgenzon Satellite Private Bag X1029, Bethal,2310 or hand deliver at 9 Vuyisile Mini Street, Bethal Or Email: Jobs-BTH@LABOUR.gov.za
Deputy Director Labour Centre Operations: Carolina LC, Badplaas and Eerstehoek Satellite Private Bag X718 Carolina 1185, Physical Address: No 9 Goud Street, Carolina 1185 Or Email: Jobs-CRL@LABOUR.gov.za
Acting Deputy Director Labour Centre Operations: Ermelo LC, Breyten and Lothair Satellite Private Bag X9054 Ermelo 2350,or deliver at Merino Trust Building, CNR De Jager and Joubert Street, Ermelo or Email: JobsEML@LABOUR.gov.za
Deputy Director Labour Centre Operations: Malelane LC and Komatipoort Satellite P.O Box 1112, Sidlamafa,1332.or hand deliver at 1st Floor ABSA Building, 19 Lorenco Road.Malelane,Or Email: Jobs-MLE@LABOUR.gov.za
Deputy Director: Labour Centre Operations: Kwamhlanga LC, Mbibane, Mdutjana, Mokobola and Siyabuswa Satellite Private Bag X4016, KwaMhlanga, 1022 or hand deliver at: Government Complex, Old Parliament, Building, Nr 6 KwaMhlanga or email: Jobs-KGA@LABOUR.gov.za
Acting Deputy Director Labour Centre Operations: Mashishing LC and Waterval Boven Satellite Private Bag X20081, Mashishing, 1120 or hand deliver at 51 De Klerk Street, Mashishing or Email: JobsLDB@LABOUR.gov.za
Deputy Director Labour Centre Operations: Middelburg LC, Belfast, Hendrina and Machadodorp Satellite Private Bag X251833, Middelburg, 1050 or deliver at Emily Hobhouse Building, 175 Cowen Ntuli Street, Middelburg. Or Email: Jobs-MDB@LABOUR.gov.za
The Deputy Director: Labour Centre Operations: Mbombela LC, Hazyview and Whit River Satellite Private Bag X 11298, Mbombela,1200. Or hand deliver at: Standard Bank Building, 29 Brown Street, Mbombela or via Email: JobsMBO@LABOUR.gov.za
For attention Acting Deputy Director: Labour Centre Operations: Mkhondo LC, Amersfoort and Volksrust Satellite Private Bag X34, Mkhondo, 2380 or hand deliver at: Balalas Building 42, Kotze Street, Mkhondo. Or Email: JobsPRT@LABOUR.gov.za
For attention Deputy Director: Labour Centre Operations: Sabie LC, Graskop and Casteel Satellite Private Bag X523, Sabie,1260 or hand deliver at: Old Spar Centre 10th Avenue Sabie Or Email: Jobs-SBI@LABOUR.gov.za
Deputy Director Labour Centre Operations: Secunda LC and Leandra Satellite Private Bag X9057, Secunda, 2302 or hand deliver at 4 Waterson Street, Sunset Park, Secunda Or Email: Jobs-SCU@LABOUR.gov.za
Deputy Director: Labour Centre Operations: Standerton LC and Balfour Satellite Private Bag X2001 Standerton 2430 or hand deliver at: 14C Vry Street Standerton 2430 Or Email: Jobs-STN@LABOUR.gov.za
Chief Director: Provincial Operations: Emalahleni LC, Delmas, Ogies and GaNala Satellite Private Bag X 7263, Emalahleni, 1035 Or hand delivery to Labour Building Corner Hofmeyer and Beatty Avenue, Emalahleni or Email: JobsWTB@LABOUR.gov.za
This is not just another job opening — it’s a chance to start a long-term career in public service. The UIF Client Service Officer position provides excellent exposure to how government systems work, giving young people practical experience and financial stability. It also helps strengthen service delivery in communities across South Africa.
The role offers opportunities for growth within the Department of Employment and Labour, which is one of the most respected departments in the public sector. If you are committed to learning and helping others, this is your chance to make a difference.
For any questions regarding the application process, you can contact any of the following officials:
If you’ve been searching for a way to gain real work experience, serve your community, and secure a government job, this opportunity is made for you. Don’t wait until the last minute — register on the ESSA platform and apply today.
The Department of Employment and Labour is ready to help you take the first step toward a stable and meaningful career. Apply before 31 October 2025 and become part of South Africa’s journey toward better service delivery and employment growth.
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