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Liquor Trade Inspector

DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Johannesburg, Gauteng Posted 31 Oct 2026 Closes in 20 days
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Vacancy at a glance

Reference number S/057158
DPSA post POST39/291
Company / organisation DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Salary R413 001 p.a. (Level 08) + benefits
Posted 31 Oct 2026
Closing date 20 Nov 2026

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Overview

Visit and conduct inspection at the new applicants ‘premises Compare the actual site/ structure of the premises with the application to ensure compliance to the Liquor Act. Confirm the file is up to date.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in law, Forensic Investigation qualification as recognised by SAQA
  • LLB qualifications will be an added advantage
  • 3-5 years’ experience in Liquor Affairs / Investigation Officer or relevant work experience
  • Code 08/10

Responsibilities

  • Visit and conduct inspection at the new applicants ‘premises Compare the actual site/ structure of the premises with the application to ensure compliance to the Liquor Act
  • Confirm the file is up to date
  • Compile site visit reports and make recommendations to the Licensing Board
  • Receive complaints from members of the public/interested parties
  • Conduct investigations and gather evidence to verify allegations
  • Compile a report on the findings
  • Escalate and provide evidence (of non-compliance) to the Licensing Board as and when required
  • Establish whether the outlet/premises are trading in compliance with the granted license conditions/ Gauteng liquor Act
  • Gather evidence of non-compliance (if premises are not trading in compliance to license conditions/Gauten g liquor Act)
  • Issue a non-compliance notice (section 116 of the Gauteng liquor act
  • Conduct follow up site inspection to establish whether the terms of the non-compliance notice has been complied with
  • Compile reports on findings and escalate to the board (if the non-compliance notice has not been complied with)
  • Compile and update inventories and lists of records earmarked for archiving or disposal
  • Arrange the transfer of records approved for archiving to the designated archival storage facility
  • Facilitate the disposal of records upon approval by the authorised officials

How to apply

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Apply online to the http:jobs.gauteng.gpg.gov.za website only.

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Enquiries

Recruitment enquiries

Siphiwe Nhlapho/Lebohang Molefe at 066 196 6890/079 803 5373

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