DPSA Circular vacancies
Department of Economic Development

Liquor Trade Inspector

Salary or stipendR413 001 per annum (Level 08), plus benefits

The Department of Economic Development is looking for a Liquor Trade Inspector. This is a permanent role based in Gauteng.

Umnotho House Johannesburg

Source: DPSA Circular 39 of 2026Post 39/291, page 218

Reference number
REFS/057158
Appointment
Permanent
Province
Gauteng
Job level
08
Centre
Umnotho House Johannesburg
Directorate
Law Enforcement and Compliance

What you will need

  • Bachelor’s degree in law, Forensic Investigation qualification as recognised by SAQA.
  • Code 08/10.

Experience

LLB qualifications will be an added advantage. 3-5 years’ experience in Liquor Affairs / Investigation Officer or relevant work experience.

Key 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 licence conditions/ Gauteng liquor Act.
  • Gather evidence of non- compliance (if premises are not trading in compliance to licence conditions/Gauteng 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 219 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.

Additional details

  • Grade: Provincial

How to apply

  • Enquiries: Siphiwe Nhlapho/Lebohang Molefe at 066 196 6890/079 803 5373
  • Telephone: 066 196 6890, 079 803 5373

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