JOBS AT DEPARTMENT OF MINERAL AND PETROLEUM RESOURCES

 

Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources (DMPR) Opens Major Recruitment Drive for 2026

Looking for a rewarding government career with excellent salaries and the opportunity to make a real impact? The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources (DMPR) is recruiting talented professionals across South Africa for several high-level positions in 2026.

With salaries reaching over R1.5 million per annum, these vacancies offer outstanding career growth, job stability, and the chance to help shape the future of South Africa’s mining and petroleum industries.

Applications Close on 29 June 2026

If you meet the requirements, now is the time to apply. The department strongly encourages applications from women, persons with disabilities, and other designated groups as part of its commitment to employment equity.

Exciting Opportunities Available

Chief Director: Strategy, Monitoring and Evaluation

📍 Pretoria Head Office
💰 R1,554,696 per annum

Take on a senior leadership role and drive strategic planning, organisational performance, and evaluation initiatives at a national level.

Medical Inspector

📍 Pretoria Head Office
💰 R1,317,384 per annum

Join the department as a specialist occupational health expert and play a vital role in improving health outcomes across South Africa’s mining industry.

Senior Inspector: Occupational Hygiene

📍 Klerksdorp, North West
💰 R1,101,468 per annum

Lead inspections, compliance monitoring, and workplace health initiatives that protect mine workers from occupational hazards.

Inspector: Occupational Hygiene

📍 Welkom, Free State
💰 R932,292 per annum

Help ensure safe and compliant working environments through inspections, investigations, and occupational hygiene monitoring.

Inspector: Mine Health and Safety

📍 Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape
💰 R932,292 per annum

Contribute directly to safer mining operations by conducting inspections, investigating incidents, and promoting industry compliance.

Why You Should Apply

✔ Competitive government salaries
✔ Career advancement opportunities
✔ Meaningful work that impacts communities
✔ Exposure to national policy and regulatory frameworks
✔ Opportunity to improve mine health and safety standards
✔ Stable public sector employment

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted via the DMPR E-Recruitment System.

Before applying, ensure that you:

• Complete the latest Z83 Application Form.
• Prepare a comprehensive and updated CV.
• Review the specific requirements for your chosen position.
• Submit your application before the closing date.

Only shortlisted candidates will be requested to provide certified supporting documents.

Important Information

All shortlisted candidates will undergo qualification verification, background screening, assessments, and integrity checks.

Applicants for senior management positions must also complete the Nyukela Senior Management Service Pre-Entry Programme.

Don’t Miss Out!

Opportunities offering salaries of up to R1.55 million per year in the public sector do not come around often. If you have the qualifications, experience, and ambition to make a difference, submit your application before 29 June 2026 and take the next step in your professional journey.