The Department of Correctional Services invites suitably qualified candidates to apply for Security Officer positions in the Free State and Northern Cape Region at Mangaung Maximum Correctional Centre.
This is a great opportunity for individuals who have completed Correctional Services training and are passionate about safety, rehabilitation, and maintaining secure correctional environments.
📌 Job Details
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Position: Security Officers (CB1-1; CB1-2; CB1-3)
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Reference Number: FSNC 2026/01/26
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Number of Posts: 381
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Centre: Free State and Northern Cape Region – Mangaung Maximum Correctional Centre
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Appointment: In terms of the Correctional Service Act
💰 Salary Packages
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CB1-1: R212 358 per annum
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CB1-2: R257 895 per annum
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CB1-3: R313 521 per annum
✅ Requirements
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Matric / Grade 12
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Successful completion of Correctional Science Learnership / Basic Training / Induction Training Course (ITC)
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CB1-1: No previous experience required
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CB1-2: 10 years relevant experience on CB1-1
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CB1-3: 10 years relevant experience on CB1-2
🧠 Competencies & Attributes
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Computer literacy
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Firearm competency
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Good communication, interpersonal and report writing skills
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Knowledge of relevant legislation, policies and procedures
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Knowledge of Minimum Security Standards for correctional centres
🛡️ Duties & Responsibilities
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Perform access control at correctional centres and between internal areas
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Control movement of inmates internally and externally
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Guard inmates in correctional centres and external public institutions
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Conduct physical security inspections
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Control stores and security equipment
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Manage security control rooms
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Ensure rehabilitation of offenders through correction and human development
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Maintain a secure, safe and humane detention facility
📞 Enquiries
Free State & Northern Cape Region:
Ms Mokuni NJ / Ms Molutsoane N / Ms Radebe T / Ms Ramncwana B
☎️ 082 306 9027
⚠️ Important Notes
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Appointment is governed by the Correctional Service Act
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Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
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Never pay anyone to secure a government job
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 February 2025 at 15h45. It is the sole responsibility of an applicant to ensure
that their application reaches DCS before the closing date.
