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Department of Correctional Services Job Opportunities
The Department of Correctional Services is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer, adhering to the Employment Equity Act to promote diversity in race, gender, and disability. Applicants are encouraged to specify these details on their application forms or CVs.
Application Process
Applications must be submitted using the Z83 form (available from any Public Service department), completed fully with a detailed CV attached. Certified copies of qualifications (not older than 6 months) and related documents are required only from shortlisted candidates, to be submitted on or before the interview day. Submit applications in PDF format with the correct reference number for the desired position.
- Eastern Cape Region: Regional Commissioner, Recruitment Section, P/Bag X9013, East London, 5211, or hand deliver to Moore Street, Block E Ocean Terrace Quigney, East London, or email to [email protected]. Contacts: Ms Myataza Z (043) 706 7866, Ms Mgugudo N (043) 706 7882, Mr Ndonyela N (043) 706 7883.
- Free State and Northern Cape Region: Regional Commissioner, Recruitment Section, P/Bag X20530, Bloemfontein, 9300, or hand deliver to 103 Zastron Street, Agrimed Building, Bloemfontein, or email to [email protected]. Contacts: Ms Mkuni NJ (051) 404 0268, Ms Molutsoane N, Ms Moreki-Rathaba MP, Ms Ramncwana B (051) 404 0283.
- Gauteng Region: Regional Commissioner, Recruitment Section, P/Bag X393, Pretoria, 0001, or hand deliver to 1077 Forum East Building, Arcadia Street, Hatfield, or email to [email protected]. Contacts: Mr Masango SS (012) 420 0173, Ms Feni SAP (012) 420 0173 / (012) 420 0179.
- National Head Office: Post Advertisement Section, Private Bag X136, Pretoria, 0001, or hand deliver to 124 WF Nkomo Street, Poyntons Building, Cnr WF Nkomo and Sophie De Bruyn Street, Pretoria, or email to [email protected]. Contacts: Mr Y Naidoo (012) 307 2079, Ms TP Ngobeni (012) 305 8589.
- Kwa-Zulu Natal Region: Regional Commissioner, Recruitment Section, P/Bag X9126, Pietermaritzburg, 3201, or hand deliver to Eugene Marais Road, Napierville, Pietermaritzburg, or email to [email protected]. Contacts: Ms Mchunu GJ (033) 355 7386, Ms Mkhize AL (033) 355 7370, Mr Khumalo SB (033) 355 7368.
- Limpopo, Mpumalanga & North West Region: Regional Commissioner, Recruitment Section, P/Bag X142, Pretoria, 0001, or hand deliver to Cnr Johannes Ramokhoase & Paul Kruger Street, 196 Masada Building, 9th Floor, Pretoria, or email to [email protected]. Contacts: Mr Ziqubu Z (012) 306 2025, Ms Nomvela PM (012) 306 2033, Ms Lekhuleni TD (012) 306 2034.
- Western Cape Region: Regional Commissioner, Recruitment Section, P/Bag X14, Goodwood, 7459, or hand deliver to Peninsula Drive, Monte Vista, 7460, or email to [email protected]. Contacts: Ms Mdladlamba NA (021) 550 6014, Ms A Reddy (021) 559 7929, Mr S Sikisazane (021) 558 0108, Ms NC Sotyibi (021) 558 0518.
Notes
- All application costs are the applicant’s responsibility.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within three months of the closing date; otherwise, consider the application unsuccessful.
- Further checks (security clearance, vetting, qualification, and criminal record verification) will apply, with appointments provisional pending clearance. Failure to obtain clearance may lead to reconsideration or termination.
- Fingerprinting may occur during interviews.
- A valid driver’s licence is not required for applicants with disabilities.
Job Listings
Post 12/01: Principal Psychologist Grade 1
- Directorate: Psychological Services
- Salary: R1,180,629 per annum (all-inclusive)
- Centre: National Head Office
- Requirements: Qualification for HPCSA registration as a Psychologist (Clinical, Counselling, Educational, Industrial, or Research), 3 years post-registration experience, correctional centre experience advantageous. Computer literate, valid driver’s licence.
- Duties: Develop and manage psychological policies, services, and programs; coordinate monitoring systems; supervise regional psychologists.
- Enquiries: Mr Y Naidoo (012) 307 2079 / Ms TP Ngobeni (012) 305 8589
Post 12/02: Deputy Manager Nursing
- Salary: R974,493 per annum (all-inclusive)
- Centre: Free State and Northern Cape Region, Kimberley
- Requirements: Nursing degree/diploma, 9 years post-registration experience with 4 years at management level, SANC registration. Computer literate, valid driver’s licence.
- Duties: Monitor PHC services, ensure quality inmate healthcare, manage resources.
- Enquiries: Ms Mkuni NJ (051) 404 0268 / Ms Molutsoane N / Ms Moreki-Rathaba MP / Ms Ramncwana B (051) 404 0283
Post 12/03: Medical Officer Grade 1
- Salary: R949,146 per annum (all-inclusive)
- Centres: Eastern Cape (Mthatha, St Albans), Free State/Northern Cape (Grootvlei), KwaZulu Natal (Ebongweni)
- Requirements: MBChB, HPCSA registration, public health experience advantageous. Computer literate, valid driver’s licence.
- Duties: Provide medical care, medico-legal services, emergency care, and training to offenders.
- Enquiries: Regional contacts as per application details
Post 12/04: Social Work Manager Grade 1
- Salary: R920,082 per annum (all-inclusive)
- Centres: Gauteng (Johannesburg), Limpopo/Mpumalanga/North West (Polokwane, Thohoyandou)
- Requirements: BA Social Work, 10 years experience, SACSSP registration. Computer literate, valid driver’s licence.
- Duties: Deliver specialized social work services, mentor staff, review policies.
- Enquiries: Regional contacts as per application details
Post 12/05: Psychologist Grade 1
- Salary: R827,211 per annum (all-inclusive)
- Centres: Various across all regions
- Requirements: Qualification for HPCSA registration as Clinical Psychologist, computer literate, valid driver’s licence.
- Duties: Provide psychological services to inmates and parolees, coordinate services.
- Enquiries: Regional contacts as per application details
Post 12/06: Assistant Manager Nursing: Primary Health Care
- Salary: R715,977 per annum
- Centres: Limpopo/Mpumalanga/North West (Rustenburg, Thohoyandou), National Head Office (Kroonstad College)
- Requirements: Nursing diploma/degree, 1-year PHC post-basic qualification, 10 years experience with 6 years post-specialty and 3 years management. SANC registration, computer literate, valid driver’s licence.
- Duties: Ensure comprehensive nursing care, manage nursing services.
- Enquiries: Mr Y Naidoo (012) 307 2079 / Ms TP Ngobeni (012) 305 8589 (National); Regional contacts
Post 12/07: Assistant Manager Nursing: General Nursing
- Salary: R656,964 per annum
- Centres: KwaZulu Natal (Glencoe), Western Cape (Goodwood)
- Requirements: Nursing degree/diploma, 8 years experience with 3 years management, SANC registration. Computer literate, valid driver’s licence.
- Duties: Supervise patient care, participate in health promotion, manage resources.
- Enquiries: Regional contacts
Post 12/08: Operational Manager Nursing Grade 1: Primary Health Care
- Salary: R656,964 per annum
- Centres: Various across all regions
- Requirements: Nursing degree/diploma, 1-year PHC post-basic, 9 years experience with 5 years post-specialty, SANC registration. Computer literate, valid driver’s licence.
- Duties: Supervise nursing plans, ensure quality care, manage resources.
- Enquiries: Regional contacts
Post 12/09: Assistant Manager: Maternal/Child and Youth Health
- Salary: R656,964 per annum
- Centre: National Head Office
- Requirements: Nursing degree/diploma, 8 years experience with 3 years in maternal/child health management, SANC registration. Computer literate, valid driver’s licence.
- Duties: Develop policies for special categories, provide comprehensive health services.
- Enquiries: Mr Y Naidoo (012) 307 2079 / Ms TP Ngobeni (012) 305 8589
Post 12/10: Regional Co-ordinator: Education and Training
- Salary: R602,460 per annum
- Centre: Western Cape Region, Regional Office
- Requirements: 4-year Education degree, 9 years teaching experience, SACE registration. Computer literate, valid driver’s licence.
- Duties: Administer education and training, manage quality assessment.
- Enquiries: Western Cape contacts
Post 12/11: Senior Legal Administration Officer
- Salary: R556,356 per annum
- Centre: Western Cape Region, Regional Office
- Requirements: LLB, 8 years legal experience, supervisory experience advantageous. Computer literate, valid driver’s licence.
- Duties: Manage litigation, provide legal advice, supervise staff.
- Enquiries: Western Cape contacts
Post 12/12: Operational Manager Nursing Grade 1: General Nursing
- Salary: R520,560 per annum
- Centres: Gauteng (Modderbee), KwaZulu Natal (Kokstad, Qalakabusha, Waterval), Western Cape (Breede River, Pollsmoor, West Coast)
- Requirements: Nursing degree/diploma, 7 years experience, SANC registration. Computer literate, valid driver’s licence.
- Duties: Formulate nursing diagnoses, audit records, empower communities.
- Enquiries: Regional contacts
Post 12/13: Assistant Director: Manager: Education and Training
- Salary: R497,685 per annum
- Centres: Western Cape (Drakenstein, Southern Cape, Voorberg, West Coast)
- Requirements: Education degree/diploma, 8 years teaching experience, SACE registration. Computer literate, valid driver’s licence.
- Duties: Administer education, manage budget, advise commissioner.
- Enquiries: Western Cape contacts
Post 12/14: Chief Artisan Grade A (Production Workshops)
- Salary: R455,223 per annum
- Centres: Free State/Northern Cape (Kimberley), Gauteng (Kgoši Mampuru II)
- Requirements: Trade Test Certificate, 10 years experience, valid driver’s licence.
- Duties: Develop policy, monitor workshop performance, manage resources.
- Enquiries: Regional contacts
Post 12/15: Social Work Supervisor Grade 1
- Salary: R452,667 per annum
- Centres: Various across all regions
- Requirements: BA Social Work, 7 years experience, SACSSP registration. Computer literate, valid driver’s licence.
- Duties: Provide social work services, supervise staff, manage resources.
- Enquiries: Regional contacts
Post 12/16: Clinical Nurse Practitioner Grade 1 (PHC)
- Salary: R451,533 per annum
- Centres: Various across all regions
- Requirements: Nursing degree/diploma, 4 years experience, 1-year PHC qualification, SANC registration. Computer literate, valid driver’s licence.
- Duties: Provide PHC services, conduct examinations, manage records.
- Enquiries: Regional contacts
Post 12/17: Section Head: Educationist
- Salary: R413,316 per annum
- Centres: Eastern Cape (Cradock), Western Cape (Allandale, Brandvlei, Breede River, Drakenstein, Overberg, Pollsmoor, West Coast)
- Requirements: Education diploma/degree, 6 years experience, SACE registration. Computer literate, valid driver’s licence.
- Duties: Assess education quality, monitor performance, manage training.
- Enquiries: Regional contacts
Post 12/18: Artisan Foreman Grade A
- Salary: R362,130 per annum
- Centres: Various across all regions
- Requirements: Trade Test Certificate, 5 years experience, valid driver’s licence.
- Duties: Train offenders, manage workshops, perform maintenance.
- Enquiries: Regional contacts
Post 12/19: Educationist M+4
- Salary: R337,746 per annum
- Centres: Eastern Cape (East London, Middledrift, St Albans), Limpopo/Mpumalanga/North West (Klerksdorp)
- Requirements: 4-year Education degree, SACE registration. Computer literate, valid driver’s licence.
- Duties: Implement educational programs, assess services.
- Enquiries: Regional contacts
Post 12/20: Educationist M+4 (Xhosa)
- Salary: R337,746 per annum
- Centres: Eastern Cape (Cradock), Western Cape (Brandvlei)
- Requirements: 4-year Education degree majoring in Xhosa, SACE registration. Computer literate, valid driver’s licence.
- Duties: Implement educational programs, assess services.
- Enquiries: Regional contacts
Post 12/21: Educationist M+4 (Maths and English)
- Salary: R337,746 per annum
- Centres: Eastern Cape (Cradock), Western Cape (Goodwood)
- Requirements: 4-year Education degree majoring in Maths and English, SACE registration. Computer literate, valid driver’s licence.
- Duties: Implement educational programs, assess services.
- Enquiries: Regional contacts
Post 12/22: Educationist M+4 (Maths, English and Afrikaans)
- Salary: R337,746 per annum
- Centres: Western Cape (Southern Cape, Overberg)
- Requirements: 4-year Education degree majoring in Maths, English, and Afrikaans, SACE registration. Computer literate, valid driver’s licence.
- Duties: Implement educational programs, assess services.
- Enquiries: Western Cape contacts
Post 12/23: Educationist M+4 (Business Studies)
- Salary: R337,746 per annum
- Centre: Limpopo/Mpumalanga/North West (Barberton Medium B)
- Requirements: 4-year Education degree majoring in Business Studies, SACE registration. Computer literate, valid driver’s licence.
- Duties: Implement educational programs, assess services.
- Enquiries: Limpopo/Mpumalanga/North West contacts
Post 12/24: Educationist M+4 (Maths and Science)
- Salary: R337,746 per annum
- Centres: Limpopo/Mpumalanga/North West (Bethal, Standerton), Western Cape (Pollsmoor Medium B)
- Requirements: 4-year Education degree majoring in Maths and Science, SACE registration. Computer literate, valid driver’s licence.
- Duties: Implement educational programs, assess services.
- Enquiries: Regional contacts
Post 12/25: Educationist M+4 (Electrical Engineering)
- Salary: R337,746 per annum
- Centre: Limpopo/Mpumalanga/North West (Standerton)
- Requirements: 4-year Education degree majoring in Electrical Engineering, SACE registration. Computer literate, valid driver’s licence.
- Duties: Implement educational programs, assess services.
- Enquiries: Limpopo/Mpumalanga/North West contacts
Post 12/26: Educationist M+4 (Applied Agricultural Technology and English)
- Salary: R337,746 per annum
- Centres: Limpopo/Mpumalanga/North West (Rustenburg Juvenile, Polokwane Tzaneen)
- Requirements: 4-year Education degree majoring in Applied Agricultural Technology and English, SACE registration. Computer literate, valid driver’s licence.
- Duties: Implement educational programs, assess services.
- Enquiries: Limpopo/Mpumalanga/North West contacts
Post 12/27: Educationist M+4 (English and Sepedi)
- Salary: R337,746 per annum
- Centre: Limpopo/Mpumalanga/North West (Modimolle)
- Requirements: 4-year Education degree majoring in English and Sepedi, SACE registration. Computer literate, valid driver’s licence.
- Duties: Implement educational programs, assess services.
- Enquiries: Limpopo/Mpumalanga/North West contacts
Post 12/28: Educationist M+4 (Geography and English)
- Salary: R337,746 per annum
- Centre: Limpopo/Mpumalanga/North West (Rustenburg Juvenile)
- Requirements: 4-year Education degree majoring in Geography and English, SACE registration. Computer literate, valid driver’s licence.
- Duties: Implement educational programs, assess services.
- Enquiries: Limpopo/Mpumalanga/North West contacts
Post 12/29: Educationist M+4 (Economics and Management Science)
- Salary: R337,746 per annum
- Centre: Limpopo/Mpumalanga/North West (Rustenburg Medium)
- Requirements: 4-year Education degree majoring in Economics, SACE registration. Computer literate, valid driver’s licence.
- Duties: Implement educational programs, assess services.
- Enquiries: Limpopo/Mpumalanga/North West contacts
Post 12/30: Educationist M+4 (Agriculture Technology and English)
- Salary: R337,746 per annum
- Centres: Limpopo/Mpumalanga/North West (Tzaneen), Western Cape (Brandvlei Juvenile)
- Requirements: 4-year Education degree majoring in Agriculture Technology and English, SACE registration. Computer literate, valid driver’s licence.
- Duties: Implement educational programs, assess services.
- Enquiries: Regional contacts
Post 12/31: Educationist M+4 (Maths and Agriculture)
- Salary: R337,746 per annum
- Centres: Limpopo/Mpumalanga/North West (Rustenburg Juvenile, Thohoyandou)
- Requirements: 4-year Education degree majoring in Maths and Agriculture, SACE registration. Computer literate, valid driver’s licence.
- Duties: Implement educational programs, assess services.
- Enquiries: Limpopo/Mpumalanga/North West contacts
Post 12/32: Educationist M+4 (History)
- Salary: R337,746 per annum
- Centre: Eastern Cape (Cradock)
- Requirements: 4-year Education degree majoring in History, SACE registration. Computer literate, valid driver’s licence.
- Duties: Implement educational programs, assess services.
- Enquiries: Eastern Cape contacts
Post 12/33: Social Worker Grade 1
- Salary: R308,247 per annum
- Centres: Various across all regions
- Requirements: BA Social Work, SACSSP registration. Computer literate, valid driver’s licence.
- Duties: Provide social work services, conduct assessments, monitor interventions.
- Enquiries: Regional contacts
Post 12/34: Professional Nurse Grade 1 (General Nursing)
- Salary: R307,473 per annum
- Centres: Various across all regions
- Requirements: Nursing degree/diploma, SANC registration. Computer literate, valid driver’s licence.
- Duties: Supervise nursing plans, ensure quality care, manage resources.
- Enquiries: Regional contacts
Post 12/35: Legal Administration Officers (MR1-5)
- Salary: R239,673 – R1,053,387 per annum (based on experience)
- Centres: Eastern Cape (Regional Office), KwaZulu Natal (Pietermaritzburg), Limpopo/Mpumalanga/North West (Klerksdorp, Rustenburg, Witbank), Western Cape (Allandale)
- Requirements: LLB, experience varies by grade (0-14 years). Computer literate, valid driver’s licence.
- Duties: Handle litigation, provide legal advice, manage administration.
- Enquiries: Regional contacts
Post 12/36: Artisan Production Grade A (Welder)
- Salary: R230,898 per annum
- Centres: Eastern Cape (St Albans), Gauteng (Leeuwkop)
- Requirements: Trade Test Certificate, valid driver’s licence.
- Duties: Train offenders, perform welding services, manage resources.
- Enquiries: Regional contacts
Post 12/37: Artisan Production Grade A (Production Workshops)
- Salary: R230,898 per annum
- Centres: KwaZulu Natal (Ebongweni Maximum, Estcourt)
- Requirements: Trade Test Certificate, valid driver’s licence.
- Duties: Train offenders, execute work orders, apply quality control.
- Enquiries: KwaZulu Natal contacts
Post 12/38: Artisan Production Grade A (Boilermaker)
- Salary: R230,898 per annum
- Centre: Gauteng (Boksburg)
- Requirements: Trade Test Certificate, valid driver’s licence.
- Duties: Perform boilermaking, train offenders, manage resources.
- Enquiries: Gauteng contacts
Post 12/39: Artisan Production Grade A (Cabinet Maker)
- Salary: R230,898 per annum
- Centres: Gauteng (Boksburg, Leeuwkop)
- Requirements: Trade Test Certificate, valid driver’s licence.
- Duties: Perform cabinet making, train offenders, manage resources.
- Enquiries: Gauteng contacts
Post 12/40: Artisan Production Grade A (Electrician)
- Salary: R230,898 per annum
- Centres: Gauteng (Boksburg), Limpopo/Mpumalanga/North West (Standerton, Witbank), KwaZulu Natal (Durban Medium C), Western Cape (Allandale, Brandvlei, Drakenstein, Goodwood, Voorberg)
- Requirements: Trade Test Certificate, valid driver’s licence.
- Duties: Train offenders, assess electrical services, perform maintenance.
- Enquiries: Regional contacts
Post 12/41: Artisan Production Grade A (Plumber)
- Salary: R230,898 per annum
- Centres: Gauteng (Boksburg, Zonderwater), KwaZulu Natal (Durban Medium C), Western Cape (Drakenstein, Goodwood, West Coast)
- Requirements: Trade Test Certificate, valid driver’s licence.
- Duties: Train offenders, perform plumbing services, manage resources.
- Enquiries: Regional contacts
Note: All appointments are under the Public Service Act unless specified otherwise (Correctional Services Act).
