SOCIAL WORKER GRADE 1 (X12 POSTS) AND OTHERJOBS
- SOCIAL WORKER GRADE 1 (X12 POSTS)
- SENIOR SECURITY OFFICER (X30 POSTS)
- PROFESSIONAL NURSE GRADE 1 (X4
- CATERERS (CB 2-1) (X2 POSTS)
- SENIOR SECURITY OFFICER (X14 POSTS)
SOCIAL WORKER GRADE 1 (X12 POSTS)
REF NO: FSNC 2026/01/36
SALARY : R325 200 per annum
CENTRE : Free State and Northern Cape Region Mangaung Maximum Correctional
Centre
REQUIREMENTS : BA degree in Social Work. Registration with the South African Council for
Social Service Professions. Computer literate. Valid driver’s licence.
competencies and attributes: Problem solving and decision making, facilitation,
plan, organize, lead and control, project management, presentation and
counselling skills. Ability to interpret policy/legislation. Conflict management,
coaching and mentoring. Understanding of Public Service policy and legislative
framework. Service delivery and client orientation. Integrity and honesty.
Assertiveness, willingness to travel, influence and impact and ability to
network. Ability to coordinate and collaborate with internal and external
stakeholders.
DUTIES : Provide needs-based social work services to offenders through individual
attention, group work, community work, research and social work
administration. Conduct individual assessments. Market social work services.
Monitor and evaluate social work, intervention work, community work, research
and social work administration. Manage human resources, finance and assets.
Management of performance information.
ENQUIRIES : Free State and Northern Cape Region: Ms Mokuni NJ / Ms Molutsoane N/ Ms
Radebe T/ Ms. Ramncwana B at 082 306 9027.
NOTE : Appointment under the Public Service Act
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PROFESSIONAL NURSE GRADE 1 (GENERAL NURSING) (X4 POSTS)
REF NO: FSNC 2026/01/37
SALARY : R324 384 per annum
CENTRE : Free State and Northern Cape Region Mangaung Maximum Correctional
Centre
REQUIREMENTS : Degree/national diploma in Nursing or equivalent qualification that allows
registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Professional Nurse.
Current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC). Computer
literate. Valid driver’s licence. Competencies and Attributes: Knowledge of
nursing care process and procedures, nursing statutes and other relevant legal
frameworks including grievance procedure and disciplinary code and
procedure, communication, report-writing, liaison, coordination, facilitation,
problem-solving, planning and organising skills.
DUTIES : Provide direction and supervision in the implementation of the nursing plan
(Clinical practice/quality patient care). Implement standards, practices, criteria
and indicators for quality nursing (quality of practice). Practice nursing and
healthcare in accordance with the relevant laws and regulations. Utilise human,
material and physical resources efficiently and effectively. Display a concern
for patients, promoting and advocating proper treatment and care including an
awareness and willingness to respond to patients’ needs, requirement and
expectations (Batho Pele principles). Maintain a constructive working
relationship with nursing and other stakeholders. Management of resources.
Management of performance information.
ENQUIRIES : Free State and Northern Cape Region: Ms Mokuni NJ / Ms Molutsoane N/ Ms
Radebe T/ Ms. Ramncwana B at 082 306 9027.
NOTE : Appointment under the Public Service Act
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CATERERS (CB 2-1) (X2 POSTS)
REF NO: FSNC 2026/01/20
SALARY : R313 521 per annum
CENTRE : Free State and Northern Cape Region Mangaung Maximum Correctional
Centre
REQUIREMENTS : Matric/ Grade 12 or relevant NQF level 6 qualification in Food/ Chef Services
and successful completion of the Correctional Science Learnership/ Basic
Training/ Induction Training Course (ITC). 10 years relevant experience gained
at the entry level production post (CB 1) or for a person appointed with a
relevant NQF level 6 qualification, no previous experience is required for
appointment to this post. Valid driver’s licence. Computer literate.
Competencies and Attributes: Firearm skills and the use of relevant security
technology. Communication, project and programme management.
Transformation, change and stakeholder management. Problem solving,
analysis, service delivery innovation, decision making, people management
and empowerment. In depth understanding of safety and security in a
correctional environment. Integrity and honesty, confidentiality, good
interpersonal relations and knowledge of the Correctional Services Act, Act 111
of 1998, as amended. Assertiveness, ability to network and diplomacy.
DUTIES : Prepare and serve meals to inmates. Maintain the cleanliness of the catering
equipment and kitchen. Provide catering training to offenders. Maintain
hygienic standards in the kitchen. Management of human resources, finances
and assets.
ENQUIRIES Free State and Northern Cape Region: Ms Mokuni NJ / Ms Molutsoane N/ Ms
Radebe T/ Ms. Ramncwana B at 082 306 9027.
NOTE : Appointment under the Correctional Service Act.
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SENIOR SECURITY OFFICER (X30 POSTS)
(TEAM LEADER): INTERNAL SECURITY (CB 2-1)
REF NO: FSNC 2026/01/21
SALARY : R313 521 per annum
CENTRE : Free State and Northern Cape Region Mangaung Maximum Correctional
Centre
REQUIREMENTS : Matric/ Grade 12 or relevant NQF level 6 qualification in Behavioural Sciences
and successful completion of the Correctional Science Learnership/ Basic
Training/ Induction Training Course (ITC). 10 years relevant experience gained
at the entry level production post (CB 1) or for a person appointed with a
relevant NQF level 6 qualification, no previous experience is required for
appointment to this post. Valid driver’s licence. Computer literate.
Competencies and Attributes: Firearm skills and the use of relevant security
technology. Communication, project and programme management.
Transformation, change and stakeholder management. Problem solving,
analysis, service delivery innovation, decision making, people management
and empowerment. In depth understanding of safety and security in a
correctional environment. Integrity and honesty, confidentiality, good
interpersonal relations and knowledge of the Correctional Services Act, Act 111
of 1998, as amended. Assertiveness, ability to network and diplomacy.
DUTIES : Ensure provision of Team Leader role to correctional centre prison grounds.
Preventing access to/from the correctional centre by unauthorized persons.
Preventing entry/removal of unauthorized items. Ensure patrol of correctional
centre grounds. Detection and prevention of escapes. Prevention of the theft
of government property. Coordinates manning of watch towers. Standing guard
to prevent the escape of offenders. Prevention of the smuggling of
unauthorized items. Ensure escort of offenders to courts, doctors, hospitals etc.
Ensure correct staff utilisation when accompanying offenders to external
institutions in order to prevent escapes and the smuggling of unauthorized
items. Prevention of unauthorized contact with offenders. Supervision of
guarding of offenders at work teams. Prevention of unauthorized contact with
offenders outside the prison. Ensure the safety of offenders and searching of
offenders. Supervision of visits to offenders. Supervision of contact visits.
Control of security equipment. Searching of cells, offenders, other areas of prison and work areas, etc. Ensure that sufficient staff are available for the
searching offenders and work areas. Ensure Team Leader role of the dog unit
and the mounted unit. Management of human resources, finances and assets.
ENQUIRIES : Free State and Northern Cape Region: Ms Mokuni NJ / Ms Molutsoane N/ Ms
Radebe T/ Ms. Ramncwana B at 082 306 9027.
NOTE : Appointment under the Correctional Service Act.
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SENIOR SECURITY OFFICER (X14 POSTS)
(TEAM LEADER): EXTERNAL SECURITY (CB 2-1)
REF NO: FSNC 2026/01/22
SALARY : R313 521 per annum
CENTRE : Free State and Northern Cape Region Mangaung Maximum Correctional
Centre
REQUIREMENTS : Matric/ Grade 12 or relevant NQF level 6 qualification in Behavioural Sciences
and successful completion of the Correctional Science Learnership/ Basic
Training/ Induction Training Course (ITC).10 years relevant experience gained
at the entry level production post (CB 1) or for a person appointed with a
relevant NQF level 6 qualification, no previous experience is required for
appointment to this post. Valid driver’s licence. Computer literate.
Competencies and Attributes: Firearm skills and the use of relevant security
technology. Communication, project and programme management.
Transformation, change and stakeholder management. Problem solving,
analysis, service delivery innovation, decision making, people management
and empowerment. In depth understanding of safety and security in a
correctional environment. Integrity and honesty, confidentiality, good
interpersonal relations and knowledge of the Correctional Services Act, Act 111
of 1998, as amended. Assertiveness, ability to network and diplomacy.
DUTIES : Ensure provision of Team Leader role to correctional centre prison grounds.
Preventing access to/from the correctional centre by unauthorized persons.
Preventing entry/removal of unauthorized items. Ensure patrol of correctional
centre grounds. Detection and prevention of escapes. Prevention of the theft
of government property. Coordinates manning of watch towers. Standing guard
to prevent the escape of offenders. Prevention of the smuggling of
unauthorized items. Ensure escort of offenders to courts, doctors, hospitals etc.
Ensure correct staff utilisation when accompanying offenders to external
institutions in order to prevent escapes and the smuggling of unauthorized
items. Prevention of unauthorized contact with offenders. Supervision of
guarding of offenders at work teams. Prevention of unauthorized contact with
offenders outside the prison. Ensure the safety of offenders and searching of
offenders. Supervision of visits to offenders. Supervision of contact visits.
Control of security equipment. Searching of cells, offenders, other areas of
prison and work areas, etc. Ensure that sufficient staff are available for the
searching offenders and work areas. Ensure Team Leader role of the dog unit
and the mounted unit. Management of human resources, finances and assets.
ENQUIRIES : Free State and Northern Cape Region: Ms Mokuni NJ / Ms Molutsoane N/ Ms
Radebe T/ Ms. Ramncwana B at 082 306 9027.
NOTE : Appointment under the Correctional Service Act
DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONAL SERVICES
All costs associated with an application will be borne by the applicant. The Department of Correctional
Services is an equal opportunity employer. The Department will take into consideration the objectives of
Section 195 (1) (i) of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996 (Act 108 of 1996) and the
Employment Equity Act, 1998 (Act 55 of 1998) in filling of these vacancies. It is our intention to promote
representivity in respect of race, gender and disability through the filling of these positions. In support of
this strategy, applicants need to indicate race, gender and disability status on the application form/CV.
Applicants who have retired from the Public Service with a specific determination that they cannot be reappointed or have been declared medically unfit will not be considered.
APPLICATIONS : Indicate the reference number and position you are applying for on your
application form (Z83) and post OR email your complete application to the
address as indicated below: Send your complete application to:
Free State and Northern Cape Region:
The Regional Commissioner Free State
and Northern Cape,
Recruitment Section,
P/Bag X20530,
Bloemfontein,
9300
OR hand deliver at:
103 Zastron Street,
Agrimed Building,
Bloemfontein,
9300
OR you can email your application to FSNCHRM@dcs.gov.za
Contact
persons: Ms Mokuni NJ/ Ms Molutsoane N/ Ms. Ramncwana B/ Ms Radebe T
at 082 306 9027.
CLOSING DATE : 20 March 2025 at 15h45. It is the sole responsibility of an applicant to ensure
that their application reaches DCS before the closing date.
NOTE : Please take note that correspondence will only be conducted with the
shortlisted candidates. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months
of the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application is
unsuccessful. Please do not call the department to enquire about the progress
of your application. Applicants must note that further checks will be conducted
once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive
outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, security vetting,
qualification verification and criminal records verification. Appointment will be
provisional, pending the issue of a security clearance. If you cannot get a
security clearance, your appointment will be re-considered/possibly
terminated. Fingerprints may be taken on the day of the interview. Applications:
Applications must be submitted on the Z83 form (Public Service application
form) obtainable from any Public Service department and must be completed
in full. Only a detailed CV should be attached to your application form. Only
shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies not older than
6 months of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of
the interview. Please send a complete application for the post you apply for on
a pdf format, stating the correct reference for the position you are interested in.
Requirement for valid driver’s licence is not applicable to applicants with a
disability. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments.
One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on
the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other will be an integrity
(ethical conduct) assessment. Kindly Indicate The reference number on the
subject line for emailed applications. Candidates must comply with the
minimum appointment requirements. CV’s should be aligned to reflect one’s
degree of compliance with the advert requirements and responsibilities.
Current employees at Mangaung Correctional Centre are encouraged to apply
and will be required to undergo the Correctional Services Learnership
Programme/ Basic Training should their application be successful. The
Department of Correctional Services reserves the right not to fill any of these
advertised posts.