DMPR Inspector: Mine Health and Safety Vacancy 2026

The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources (DMPR) is inviting suitably qualified candidates to apply for an Inspector: Mine Health and Safety vacancy based in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. The position offers an all-inclusive salary package of R932,292 per annum at Salary Level 11.

Applicants need a National Diploma in Mining Engineering at NQF Level 6, a Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competency, at least three years of mining experience and a valid driver’s licence. Applications for this government vacancy close on 16 October 2026.

Key Vacancy Details

Who Should Apply?

This position is intended for appropriately qualified mining professionals who meet the Department’s education, competency and experience requirements.

Applicants should consider applying if they have:

• A National Diploma in Mining Engineering at NQF Level 6.
• A Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competency.
• At least three years of mining experience.
• A valid driver’s licence.
• Practical and theoretical knowledge of mining.
• An understanding of relevant mining legislation and government regulations.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

• National Diploma in Mining Engineering (NQF Level 6)
• Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competency
• Minimum of three years’ experience in mining
• Valid driver’s licence

Applicants who do not meet the advertised minimum requirements should carefully consider their eligibility before submitting an application.

Required Knowledge

The advertised knowledge requirements include:

• Practical and theoretical knowledge of mining
• Legal knowledge
• Departmental directives
• Public Service Act and Regulations
• Personnel Code
• Relevant directives

Skills and Competencies

Applicants should demonstrate competencies relating to:

• Teamwork
• Loyalty towards work
• Innovative thinking
• Receptiveness to suggestions and ideas
• Quality control
• Compliance with rules and regulations
• Discipline and work ethics
• Financial control
• Self-confidence
• Tactfulness
• Organisational ability
• Effective use of money and time
• Good interpersonal relations
• Communication
• Interpretation and application of legal matters and policies
• Training
• Negotiation
• Adaptability
• Conflict handling
• Computer literacy

Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for mine health and safety inspection, investigation and regulatory functions.

Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting underground, shaft and surface audits and inspections.
• Reporting on matters relating to ground stability and support.
• Inspecting matters involving explosives and blasting operations.
• Conducting inspections relating to other mine-safety matters.
• Taking necessary enforcement action where required.
• Investigating mine-related accidents.
• Investigating contraventions and complaints.
• Preparing reports following investigations.
• Analysing mine accidents and trends.
• Identifying high-risk mining operations and taking appropriate action.
• Serving on relevant boards of examiners where necessary.
• Investigating and providing input on mine closures.
• Providing input relating to prospecting rights.
• Providing input on mining rights and permits.
• Providing input concerning EMPs and township development.
• Contributing to regional reports.
• Providing input into revisions of mining regulations.
• Contributing to guidelines and standards.
• Providing input regarding applications for exemptions, permissions and approvals relating to mining.

Before You Apply

Applicants should carefully check that they meet all minimum qualification, competency, experience and licence requirements before submitting an application.

Applicants are strongly advised to complete and attach the recent Z83 Application for Employment form that came into effect on 1 January 2021.

A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) should also be included when submitting an application through the DMPR E-Recruitment System.

The vacancy reference number is:

Ref No: 099

Applicants should make sure the correct reference number is quoted where required.

How to Apply

The Department provides several application methods.

Option 1: Apply Online

Applicants can apply through the official DMPR E-Recruitment System.

New applicants must first create a user profile by completing the required personal information and creating their login credentials.

Once registration is complete, log in to the system and browse the available vacancies.

Locate the Inspector: Mine Health and Safety – Ref No: 099 vacancy and follow the instructions to submit the application.

Applicants are strongly advised to attach the required Z83 form and detailed CV.

Option 2: Apply by Post or Courier

Applications may be posted or couriered to:

The Director-General
Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources
Private Bag X59
Pretoria
0001

Applicants using this method should quote the relevant reference number.

Option 3: Hand Delivery

Applications may also be hand delivered to:

Trevenna Campus
Corner Meintjies and Francis Baard Street
Pretoria

Applicants should ensure their applications reach the Department before the closing date.

Important Application Information

Before submitting your application:

• Confirm that you meet the minimum qualification requirements.
• Confirm that you have the required Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competency.
• Confirm that you have at least three years of mining experience.
• Make sure you have a valid driver’s licence.
• Use reference number 099.
• Complete the required application information carefully.
• Attach the required Z83 and detailed CV where applicable.
• Submit your application before the closing date.

Employment Equity

The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources states that it is an equal-opportunity and affirmative-action employer and intends to promote representativity in the Public Sector through its recruitment processes.

The vacancy notice specifically states that Indian, Coloured or White female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Persons with disabilities are also encouraged to apply in accordance with the Department’s Employment Equity objectives.

Enquiries

Vacancy Enquiries

For enquiries specifically concerning the Inspector: Mine Health and Safety position:

Mr S Gumede
Telephone: (031) 335 9691

General Enquiries

General recruitment enquiries may be directed to:

Ms T Gumede
Telephone: (012) 444 3319

These contact details are for enquiries. Applications should be submitted using one of the official application methods above.

Closing Date

16 October 2026

Applicants should submit their applications before the deadline.

Frequently Asked Questions

What qualification is required for the Mine Health and Safety Inspector position?

Applicants need a National Diploma in Mining Engineering at NQF Level 6.

Is mining experience required?

Yes. Applicants need a minimum of three years of experience in mining.

Do I need a Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competency?

Yes. A Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competency is one of the advertised minimum requirements.

Is a driver’s licence required?

Yes. Applicants must have a valid driver’s licence.

What is the salary?

The advertised salary is R932,292 per annum at Salary Level 11, provided as an all-inclusive package.

Where is the position based?

The position is based in the KwaZulu-Natal Region in Durban.

How do I apply online?

Applicants can apply through the official DMPR E-Recruitment System.

Where can I download the Z83 form?

Applicants can download the official Z83 Application for Employment form from the Department of Public Service and Administration.

When do applications close?

Applications close on 16 October 2026.

Sources & References

This vacancy is published in the official DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 35 of 2026.

Applicants should consult the official vacancy circular for the complete advertisement and use the DMPR E-Recruitment System when submitting an online application.

Applicants can also download the official Z83 Application for Employment form before preparing their application.

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