Department of Correctional Services X36 Security Offices 2025

Department of Correctional Services X36 Security Offices 2025 The Department of Correctional Services (DCS) in South Africa plays a pivotal role in rehabilitation, security, and reintegration of offenders. One of its lesser-known yet highly critical sectors is Agricultural Operations, where farming and production activities support inmate rehabilitation, food self-sufficiency, and skills development. Within this space, Security Officer vacancies in Agriculture present a unique and impactful opportunity for individuals seeking meaningful employment within government service.

A Dual Role: Security and Agricultural Oversight

Security Officers in the agricultural division of the DCS are tasked with a dual responsibility: ensuring the safety and security of correctional farms and production units, and overseeing the orderly participation of inmates in agricultural activities. These officers work on prison farms where offenders are engaged in crop production, livestock management, and other agri-related functions.

Unlike standard correctional security roles, agricultural security officers operate in more open environments — fields, barns, storage facilities, and production centers — where vigilance, discipline, and quick response are vital. The role also demands a firm understanding of both security protocols and the layout 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 and successful completion of the Corrections Science Learnership/Basic Training.
Eight (8) years relevant experience for an official performing consistently above average on CB 1-2 OR
Ten (10) years relevant experience for an average performing official on CB 1-2.
Computer literate.
A valid driver’s licence.

COMPETENCIES AND ATTRIBUTES:

Knowledge of 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.
In- depth understanding of safety and security in a correctional environment.
Integrity, honesty, confidentiality and good interpersonal relations.
Knowledge of the Correctional Services Act, Act 111 of 1998, as amended.
Assertiveness, ability to network and diplomacy.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

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

DOWNLOAD THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONAL SERVICESVACANCIES ADVERT HERE

SEND YOUR COMPLETE APPLICATIONS TO:

EASTERN CAPE REGION: The Regional Commissioner 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 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. 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 separate and complete application for each post you apply for, stating the correct reference for each position you are interested

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A Rewarding Career Path

Joining the DCS as a Security Officer in Agriculture is more than just a job — it’s a commitment to public safety, rehabilitation, and sustainable food production. Officers in this role directly contribute to the correctional system’s self-sufficiency while promoting skills development among inmates, many of whom go on to reintegrate into society with valuable agricultural knowledge.

This career path is ideal for those who value structure, discipline, and service. If you are passionate about security, rehabilitation, and agriculture, this might be the perfect opportunity to serve your country with purpose and integrity.

CLOSING DATE: 30 JUNE 2025 @ 15H45.