Department of Correctional Services X36 Security Officers

Department of Correctional Services X36 Security Officers. South Africa’s Department of Correctional Services (DCS) is critical to offenders rehabilitation, security, and reintegration. Agricultural Operations, a lesser-known but vital sector, supports convict rehabilitation, food self-sufficiency, and skill development. Security jobs openings in Agriculture provide a unique and significant opportunity for persons seeking a meaningful career in government service.

About the Department of Correctional Services

South Africa’s Department of Correctional Services (DCS) is in charge of overseeing the country’s prison system and ensuring that criminals are treated safely, securely, and humanely, as well as concentrating on rehabilitation and reintegration back into society. Its mandate includes detention, rehabilitation, and reintegration programs, as well as monitoring criminals on parole and probation.

A Dual Role: Security and Agricultural Oversight

Security officers in the DCS’s agricultural division are responsible for both the safety and security of correctional farms and production units, as well as the orderly involvement of offenders in agricultural activities. These officers operate on prison farms, where convicts participate in crop cultivation, livestock management, and other agricultural activities.

Unlike traditional correctional security duties, agricultural security officers work in more open locations such as fields, barns, storage facilities, and production centers, where vigilance, discipline, and fast reaction are essential. The position necessitates a thorough awareness of both security measures and the structure of agricultural operations.

• POSTS: SECURITY OFFICER: AGRICULTURE (CB 1-3) (X36 POSTS)
• SALARY: R 313,521 per annum

CENTRE:

• Middledrift: (Plant Production) (Vegetables) (Ref: EC 2025/06/01)
• Mthatha Medium A: (Plant Production) (Vegetables) (Ref: EC 2025/06/02)
• East London Medium A: (Plant Production) (Vegetables) (Ref: EC 2025/06/03)
• Pantesie: (Plant Production) (Vegetables) (Ref: EC 2025/06/04)
• Lusikisiki: (Plant Production) (Vegetables) (Ref: EC 2025/06/05)
• Middleburg: (Plant Production) (Vegetables) (Ref: EC 2025/06/07)
• Dutywa: (Plant Production) (Vegetables) (Ref: EC 2025/06/08)
• Allandale: (Plant Production) (Vegetables) (Ref: WC 2025/06/07)
• Pollsmoor (Medium A): (Plant Production) (Vegetables) (Ref: WC 2025/06/08)
• Voorberg (Medium A): (Plant Production) (Fruit) (Ref: WC 2025/06/09)
• Polokwane (Tzaneen): (Ref: LMN 2025/06/07) (2 posts)
• Rooigrond (Medium B): (Ref: LMN 2025/06/08)
• Rustenburg (Mogwase): (Plant Production): (Ref: LMN 2025/06/09)
• Rustenburg (Losperfontein): (Plant Production): (Ref: LMN 2025/06/10)
• Rustenburg (Medium A): (Plant Production): (Ref: LMN 2025/06/11)
• Grootvlei (Medium): (Ref: FSNC 2025/06/07)
• Sevontein: (Dairy Technician) (Ref: KZN 2025/06/07)
• Sevontein: (Piggery Technician) (Ref: KZN 2025/06/08)
• Sevontein: (Abattoir Technician) (Ref: KZN 2025/06/09
• Sevontein: (Beef Cattle) (Ref: KZN 2025/05/10)
• Kirkwood: (Animal Production) (Layers): (Ref: EC 2025/06/09)
• Middledrift: (Animal Production) (Layers): (Ref: EC 2025/06/10)
• Mthatha Medium A: (Animal Production) (Layers): (Ref: EC 2025/06/11)
• Kirkwood: (Beef Cattle): (Ref: EC 2025/06/12)
• Voorberg (Medium A): (Animal Production) (Beef) (Ref: WC 2025/06/10)
• Goedemoed (Medium A): (Ref: FSNC 2025/06/08)
• Baviaanspoort: (Animal Production) (Ref: GP 2025/06/03)
• Rustenburg (Mogwase): (Animal Production): (Ref: LMN 2025/06/12)
• Rustenburg (Losperfontein): (Egg Production): (Ref: LMN 2025/06/14)

REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12 with successful completion of the Corrections Science Learnership/Basic Training.
• Eight (8) years of relevant experience as an official performing consistently above average on CB 1-2 OR
• Ten (10) years of relevant experience for an average performing official on CB 1-2.
• Computer literate.
• A valid driver’s licence.

COMPETENCIES AND ATTRIBUTES:

• Knowledge of the plant production process and agricultural administration.
• Good communication skills.
• Project, transformation, change, and stakeholder management.
• Problem solving, analysis, and service delivery.
• Innovation, decision making, people management, and empowerment.
• A thorough awareness of safety and security in the correctional setting.
• Integrity, honesty, confidentiality, and good interpersonal relations.
• Knowledge of the Correctional Services Act, Act 111 of 1998, as amended.
• Assertiveness, networking ability, and diplomacy.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Implement the agricultural plant production process and adhere to the farming service standards.
• Ensure rehabilitation of offenders.
• Adherence to the policy and procedure manual and applicable legislations in the Correctional Centre.
• Maintain quality agricultural services and administration.
• Implementation of self-sufficiency and sustainability concerning agricultural production.
• Manage agricultural workforce, the environment, agricultural machinery and equipment, and workplace health and safety.
• Management of human resources, finances, and assets.

DOWNLOAD THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONAL SERVICES SECURITY VACANCIES ADVERT HERE

SEND YOUR COMPLETE APPLICATIONS TO:

EASTERN CAPE REGION: The Regional Commissioner of Eastern Cape. Recruitment Section, P/Bag X9013, East London OR hand deliver at: Moore Street, Block E, Ocean Terrace Quigney, East London, 5211 OR you can email your application to [email protected]. Contact persons: Ms Myataza Z (043) 706 7866/ Ms Mgugudo N (043) 706 7882/ Mr Ndonyela N (043) 706 7883.

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 [email protected]. Contact persons: Ms Mokuni NJ (051) 404 0268/ Ms Molutsoane N/ Ms. Moreki-Rathaba MP/ Ms. Ramncwana B (051) 404 0283.

GAUTENG REGION: The Regional Commissioner Gauteng, Recruitment Section, P/Bag X393, Pretoria, 0001 OR hand deliver at: 1077 Forum East Building, Arcadia Street, Hatfield OR you can email your application to [email protected]. Contact persons: Mr Masango SS (012) 420 0173/ Ms Feni SAP (012) 420 0173/ (012) 420 0179.

KWA-ZULU NATAL REGION: The Regional Commissioner: Kwa-Zulu Natal, Recruitment Section, P/Bag X9126, Pietermaritzburg, 3201 OR hand deliver at: Correctional Services, Eugene Marais Road, Napierville, Pietermaritzburg, 3201 OR you can email your application to [email protected]. Contact persons: Ms Mchunu GJ (033) 355 7386/ Ms Mkhize AL (033) 355 7370/ Mr Khumalo SB (033) 033 355 7368.

LIMPOPO, MPUMALANGA AND NORTH WEST REGION: The Regional Commissioner Limpopo, Mpumalanga & North West, Recruitment Section, P/Bag X142, Pretoria, 0001 OR hand deliver at: Cnr Johannes Ramokhoase (Proes) & Paul Kruger Street, 196 Masada Building, 09th Floor, Pretoria, 0001 OR you can email your application to [email protected]. Contact persons: Mr Ziqubu Z (012) 306 2037/ Ms Nomvela PM (012) 306 2033/ Ms Lekhuleni TD (012) 306 2034.

WESTERN CAPE REGION: The Regional Commissioner Western Cape, Recruitment Section, P/Bag X14, Goodwood, 7459 OR hand deliver at: Peninsula Drive, Monte Vista, 7460 OR you can email your application to [email protected]. Contact persons: Ms NA Mdladlamba (021) 550 6014 / Ms A Reddy (021) 559 7929 / Mr S Sikisazane (021) 558 0108 / Ms NC Sotyibi (021) 558 0518.

NATIONAL HEAD OFFICE: Department of Correctional Services, Post Advertisement Section, Private Bag X136, Pretoria, 0001 OR hand deliver at: 124 WF Nkomo Street, Poyntons Building, Cnr WF Nkomo and Sophie De Bruyn Street, Pretoria, 0001 (Previous: Cnr Church and Schubart Street) OR you can email your application to [email protected]. Contact persons: Mr Y Naidoo (012) 307 2079 / Ms TP Ngobeni (012) 305 8589.

NOTE:

Please be aware that contact will only be performed with selected individuals. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the advertisement’s closing date, please consider your application a failure. Please do not phone the department to ask about the status of your application. Applicants should be aware that once shortlisted, additional checks will be done, and their employment is contingent on favorable results from these checks, which include security clearance, security vetting, qualification verification, and criminal record verification.

The appointment will be provisional pending the issuance of a security clearance. If you are unable to obtain a security clearance, your appointment will be reconsidered/possibly cancelled. Fingerprints may be obtained on the day of the interview.

APPLICATION: Applications must be filed via the new Z83 form. You should only include a complete CV with your application form. Only shortlisted candidates must provide certified copies of their credentials and other relevant papers on or before the day of the interview. Please submit a separate and full application for each position for which you are interested, including the right reference.

Why Join the DCS Security Officer Job?

Joining the DCS as a Security Officer in Agriculture is more than simply a job; it represents a dedication to public safety, rehabilitation, and sustainable food production. Officers in this position actively contribute to the correctional system’s self-sufficiency while encouraging skill development among offenders, many of whom later reintegrate into society with significant agricultural expertise.

This is an excellent professional option for people who appreciate structure, discipline, and service. If you are enthusiastic about security, rehabilitation, and agriculture, this might be an excellent opportunity to serve your nation with purpose and honesty.

CLOSING DATE: 30 JUNE 2025 @ 15H45.

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