Security Officer: Agriculture (CB 1-3) – Department of Correctional Services | Nationwide

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Security Officer: Agriculture (CB 1-3) – Department of Correctional Services | Nationwide

Post Title: Security Officer: Agriculture (CB 1-3)
Salary: R313 521 per annum
Type: Permanent Appointment under the Correctional Services Act
Job Level: Correctional Officer Band (CB) 1-3
Posting Date: 17 June 2025
Application Deadline: As per Public Service Vacancy Circular guidelines

AVAILABLE CENTRES AND REFERENCE NUMBERS

Eastern Cape Region (Plant Production – Vegetables)

  • Middledrift – Ref No: EC 2025/06/01

  • Mthatha Medium A – Ref No: EC 2025/06/02

  • East London Medium A – Ref No: EC 2025/06/03

  • Pantesie – Ref No: EC 2025/06/04

  • Lusikisiki – Ref No: EC 2025/06/05

  • Sada – Ref No: EC 2025/06/06

  • Middleburg – Ref No: EC 2025/06/07

  • Dutywa – Ref No: EC 2025/06/08

Limpopo, Mpumalanga & North West Region

  • Polokwane (Modimolle) – Ref No: LMN 2025/06/06

  • Polokwane (Tzaneen) – Ref No: LMN 2025/06/07 (x2 Posts)

  • Rooigrond (Medium B) – Ref No: LMN 2025/06/08

  • Rustenburg (Mogwase – Plant Production) – Ref No: LMN 2025/06/09

  • Rustenburg (Losperfontein – Plant Production) – Ref No: LMN 2025/06/10

  • Rustenburg (Medium A – Plant Production) – Ref No: LMN 2025/06/11

Free State and Northern Cape Region

  • Goedemoed (Medium A) – Ref No: FSNC 2025/06/06

  • Grootvlei (Medium) – Ref No: FSNC 2025/06/07

KwaZulu-Natal Region

  • Sevontein (Agronomy Technician) – Ref No: KZN 2025/06/06

Western Cape Region

  • Allandale (Vegetables) – Ref No: WC 2025/06/07

  • Pollsmoor (Medium A – Vegetables) – Ref No: WC 2025/06/08

  • Voorberg (Medium A – Fruit) – Ref No: WC 2025/06/09

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

  • Education: Grade 12 (Matric)

  • Training: Successful completion of Corrections Science Learnership / Basic Training

  • Experience:

    • 8 years relevant experience for officials performing above average on CB 1-2 OR

    • 10 years relevant experience for officials performing at average level on CB 1-2

  • Driver’s Licence: Valid

  • Computer Literacy: Required

KEY COMPETENCIES & ATTRIBUTES

  • Strong understanding of plant production and agricultural processes

  • Working knowledge of Correctional Services Act 111 of 1998

  • In-depth understanding of security operations in a correctional environment

  • Skills in project management, change management, and stakeholder relations

  • High integrity, confidentiality, interpersonal skills, and assertiveness

  • Capable of problem-solving, decision-making, and people management

  • Innovative thinking and ability to promote rehabilitation through agriculture

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Implement and monitor plant production projects aligned with agricultural service standards

  • Ensure quality rehabilitation of inmates through involvement in plant production activities

  • Manage all aspects of agricultural labour, equipment, and environmental safety

  • Adhere to relevant policies, procedures, and safety regulations

  • Ensure self-sufficiency and sustainability through productive use of correctional facility land

  • Supervise human resource, financial, and asset administration linked to agriculture

APPLICATION ENQUIRIES

Eastern Cape:

  • Ms Myataza Z – (043) 706 7866

  • Ms Mgugudo N – (043) 706 7882

  • Mr Ndonyela N – (043) 706 7883

Free State and Northern Cape:

  • Ms Mokuni NJ – (051) 404 0268

  • Ms Molutsoane N / Ms Moreki-Rathaba MP / Ms Ramncwana B – (051) 404 0283

KwaZulu-Natal:

  • Ms Mchunu GJ – (033) 355 7386

  • Ms Mkhize AL – (033) 355 7370

  • Mr Khumalo SB – (033) 355 7368

Limpopo, Mpumalanga & North West:

  • Mr Ziqubu Z – (012) 306 2037

  • Ms Nomvela PM – (012) 306 2033

  • Ms Lekhuleni TD – (012) 306 2034

Western Cape:

  • Ms NA Mdladlamba – (021) 550 6014

  • Ms A Reddy – (021) 559 7929

  • Mr S Sikisazane – (021) 558 0108

  • Ms NC Sotyibi – (021) 558 0518

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This is a Correctional Services Act appointment and is subject to applicable legislation. All shortlisted candidates will undergo a comprehensive background check and vetting process.


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How to Apply for Security Officer: Agriculture (CB 1-3)

Closing Date: 30 June 2025 @ 15:45
Note: It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure their application reaches the correct regional office on or before the deadline.


Submit Your Application to the Correct Region

1. Eastern Cape Region

  • Postal Address:
    The Regional Commissioner Eastern Cape
    Recruitment Section
    Private Bag X9013
    East London
    5211

  • Hand Deliver:
    Moore Street, Block E, Ocean Terrace, Quigney, East London

  • Email: ECHRM@dcs.gov.za

  • Contacts:

    • Ms Myataza Z – (043) 706 7866

    • Ms Mgugudo N – (043) 706 7882

    • Mr Ndonyela N – (043) 706 7883


2. Free State and Northern Cape Region

  • Postal Address:
    The Regional Commissioner
    Private Bag X20530
    Bloemfontein
    9300

  • Hand Deliver:
    103 Zastron Street, Agrimed Building, Bloemfontein

  • Email: FSNCHRM@dcs.gov.za

  • Contacts:

    • Ms Mokuni NJ – (051) 404 0268

    • Ms Molutsoane N / Ms Moreki-Rathaba MP / Ms Ramncwana B – (051) 404 0283


3. Gauteng Region

  • Postal Address:
    The Regional Commissioner
    Private Bag X393
    Pretoria
    0001

  • Hand Deliver:
    1077 Forum East Building, Arcadia Street, Hatfield

  • Email: GPHRM@dcs.gov.za

  • Contacts:

    • Mr Masango SS – (012) 420 0173

    • Ms Feni SAP – (012) 420 0173 / 0179


4. National Head Office

  • Postal Address:
    Department of Correctional Services
    Post Advertisement Section
    Private Bag X136
    Pretoria
    0001

  • Hand Deliver:
    124 WF Nkomo Street, Poyntons Building, Cnr WF Nkomo and Sophie De Bruyn Street, Pretoria

  • Email: NationalOfficeHRM@dcs.gov.za

  • Contacts:

    • Mr Y Naidoo – (012) 307 2079

    • Ms TP Ngobeni – (012) 305 8589


5. KwaZulu-Natal Region

  • Postal Address:
    The Regional Commissioner
    Private Bag X9126
    Pietermaritzburg
    3201

  • Hand Deliver:
    Correctional Services, Eugene Marais Road, Napierville, Pietermaritzburg

  • Email: KZNHRM@dcs.gov.za

  • Contacts:

    • Ms Mchunu GJ – (033) 355 7386

    • Ms Mkhize AL – (033) 355 7370

    • Mr Khumalo SB – (033) 355 7368


6. Limpopo, Mpumalanga and North West Region

  • Postal Address:
    The Regional Commissioner
    Private Bag X142
    Pretoria
    0001

  • Hand Deliver:
    196 Masada Building, 9th Floor, Cnr Johannes Ramokhoase (Proes) & Paul Kruger Street, Pretoria

  • Email: LMNHRM@dcs.gov.za

  • Contacts:

    • Mr Ziqubu Z – (012) 306 2037

    • Ms Nomvela PM – (012) 306 2033

    • Ms Lekhuleni TD – (012) 306 2034


7. Western Cape Region

  • Postal Address:
    The Regional Commissioner
    Private Bag X14
    Goodwood
    7459

  • Hand Deliver:
    Peninsula Drive, Monte Vista, 7460

  • Email: WCHRM@dcs.gov.za

  • Contacts:

    • Ms NA Mdladlamba – (021) 550 6014

    • Ms A Reddy – (021) 559 7929

    • Mr S Sikisazane – (021) 558 0108

    • Ms NC Sotyibi – (021) 558 0518


IMPORTANT:
Clearly indicate the reference number of the post and region you are applying for in your application. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.

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