Department of Environment is Hiring Registry Clerks

If you are looking for an entry-level government job in South Africa, this is a great opportunity to consider. The Department of Environment is currently recruiting Registry Clerks within its Records Management directorate. This position is ideal for candidates with a Grade 12 certificate who want to build a career in public service administration.

Job Overview

• Reference Number: REFS/042674
• Department: Department of Environment
• Directorate: Records Management
• Salary: R228 321 per annum (plus benefits)

Skills and Competencies:

• Computer literacy
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Planning and organisational abilities
• Knowledge of registry duties and records management
• Understanding of public service legislative frameworks
• Ability to capture data and manage files efficiently

Duties and responsibilities

As a Registry Clerk, your duties will focus on records and document management within the department. These include:

• Handling client queries and telephonic enquiries
• Receiving, sorting, registering, and dispatching mail
• Managing incoming and outgoing files
• Opening and closing files according to classification systems
• Filing, storing, retrieving, and tracking documents
• Maintaining registers (franking machine, remittance, etc.)
• Recording and managing valuable items and official correspondence
• Scanning and electronically managing files
• Preparing documents for storage or disposal
• Ensuring compliance with security, privacy, and confidentiality policies

This role plays a critical part in ensuring that departmental records are properly managed and accessible.

Minimum Requirements

To apply for this Registry Clerk position, you must meet the following criteria:

• Grade 12 (Matric) certificate
• No prior work experience required

Please Note

• Submit a completed, initialed, and signed new Z83 form
• Include a detailed CV
• Do not submit certified documents unless shortlisted
• Separate applications must be submitted for each post applied for
• No email or fax applications will be accepted
• Late applications will not be considered

How to Apply

Applicants can submit their applications using one of the following methods:

1. Online Application

Apply here online for Registry Clerks Jobs 

2. Hand Delivery

Submit your application at:

• Ground Floor, Main Entrance
• 56 Eloff Street, Umnotho House
• Johannesburg

Closing date: 27 March 2026