DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONAL SERVICES VACANCIES
DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONAL SERVICES
APPLICATIONS : 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 submit your application online
at: https://careers.dcs.gov.za/. Contact persons: Ms Mokuni NJ/ Ms Molutsoane N/
Ms. Ramncwana B/ Ms Radebe T (0823069027). 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. It is the
sole responsibility of an applicant to ensure that their application reaches DCS
before the closing date
CLOSING DATE : 13 July 2026 @ 15:45.
NOTE : 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. 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 reconsidered/possibly terminated. Fingerprints may be taken on the day of the
interview. The Z83 application form 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 submit a
complete application for the post you apply for and attach your supporting
document 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. Preference may be given to suitably
qualified applicants who are currently employed at Mangaung Correctional Centre,
based on relevant qualifications, experience and operational
requirements. Experience at Mangaung Correctional Centre will be considered an
added advantage. Successful candidates who are currently employed at
Mangaung Correctional Centre and who have not completed the required
Correctional Services Learnership/Basic Training will be required to undergo the
prescribed Department of Correctional Services training following appointment. All
appointments are subject to personnel suitability checks and will be made in
accordance with applicable legislation, policies and fair recruitment practices. The
Department of Correctional Services reserves the right not to fill any of these
advertised posts.
OTHER POSTS
POST 22/09 : CHIEF ARTISAN GRADE A (REF: FSNC 2026/07/01)
SALARY : R499 470 per annum
CENTRE : Free State and Northern Cape Region: Mangaung
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate trade test certificate underwritten by the Manpower Training Act
(Red Seal). Ten years post qualification experience required as an Artisan/Artisan
Foreman. Valid driver’s licence. Competencies And Attributes: Project
management. Technical design and analysis knowledge. Computer-aided
technical applications. Knowledge of legal compliance. Technical report writing.
Technical consulting. Production, process knowledge and skills. Problem solving
and analysis. Decision making, teamwork, creativity, change management,
financial management, customer focus and responsiveness. Communication,
planning and organising skills.
DUTIES : Responsibilities: Manage technical services and support in conjunction with
Technicians/Artisans and associates in field, workshop and technical office
activities. Ensure the promotion of safety in line with statutory and regulatory
requirements. Provide inputs into existing technical manuals, standard drawings
and procedures to incorporate new technology. Ensure quality assurance in line
with specifications. Manage administrative and related functions. Provide inputs
into the budgeting process. Compile and submit reports as required. Provide and
consolidate inputs to the technical operational plan. Update databases.
Management of human resource, 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 (0823069027).
NOTE : Appointment under the Public Service Act.
POST 22/10 : ARTISAN FOREMAN GRADE A & B
SALARY : R397 329 – R593 934 per annum (Grade and salary notch will be determined in
accordance with the OSD appointment requirements and years of experience)
CENTRE : Free State and Northern Cape Region: Mangaung:
` Electrician (Ref: FSNC 2026/07/02)
Plumber (Ref: FSNC 2026/07/03)
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate Trade Test Certificate underwritten by the Manpower Training Act
(Red Seal). Five (5) years post qualification experience as an Artisan. Valid driver’s
licence. Competencies And Attributes: Team leadership. Technical analysis
knowledge. Computer-aided applications. Knowledge of legal compliance.
Technical report writing. Production, process knowledge and skills. Problem
solving and analysis. Decision making, teamwork and analytical skills. Creativity,
self-management, customer focus and responsiveness. Communication, planning
and organizing skills. Conflict Management.
DUTIES : Responsibilities: Training and development of offenders. Management of
administration task. Control over workplaces and tools. Inventory control and
logistical administration as well as efficient management of resources and work
orders and compliance with administration. Design, production, maintenance,
performance administrative and related function. Maintain and advance expertise.
Management of human and financial resources 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 (0823069027).
NOTE : Appointment under the Public Service Act.
POST 22/11 : ARTISAN PRODUCTION GRADE A, B & C (PLUMBER) (REF: FSNC
2026/07/04) (2 POSTS)
SALARY : R253 341 – R424 371 per annum (Grade and salary notch will be determined in
accordance with the OSD appointment requirements and years of experience)
CENTRE : Free State and Northern Cape Region: Mangaung
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate Trade Test Certificate underwritten by the Manpower Training Act
(Red Seal). Valid driver’s licence. Competencies And Attributes: Technical analysis
knowledge. Computer-aided technical applications. Knowledge of legal
compliance. Technical report writing. Production, process knowledge and skills.
Problem solving and analysis. Decision making. Teamwork. Analytical skills.
Creativity, self-management, customer focus and responsiveness.
Communication. Planning and organizing.
DUTIES : Responsibilities: Training of offenders as well as apprentices. Execute work as per
requisition/orders received from clients. Apply quality control to plumbing services.
Costing of product and supply quotes. Execute basic workshop administration.
Execute administrative and related functions. Perform plumbing maintenance
services. Manage resources.
ENQUIRIES : Free State and Northern Cape Region: Ms Mokuni NJ / Ms Molutsoane N/ Ms
Radebe T/ Ms. Ramncwana B (0823069027).
NOTE : Appointment under the Public Service Act.
POST 22/12 : ARTISAN PRODUCTION GRADE A, B & C (ELECTRICIAN) (REF: FSNC
2026/07/05) (2 POSTS)
SALARY : R253 341 – R424 371 per annum (Grade and salary notch will be determined in
accordance with the OSD appointment requirements and years of experience)
CENTRE : Free State and Northern Cape Region: Mangaung
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate Trade Test Certificate underwritten by the Manpower Training Act
(Red Seal). Valid driver’s licence. Competencies And Attributes: Technical analysis
knowledge. Computer-aided technical applications. Knowledge of legal
compliance. Technical report writing. Production, process knowledge and skills.
Problem solving and analysis. Decision making. Teamwork. Analytical skills.
Creativity, self-management, customer focus and responsiveness.
Communication. Planning and organizing.
DUTIES : Responsibilities: Training of offender as well as apprentices. Quality assessment
of electrical services. Maintenance of building works standard in the management
area. Management of maintenance project. Perform electrical maintenance
services. Manage resources.
ENQUIRIES : Free State and Northern Cape Region: Ms Mokuni NJ / Ms Molutsoane N/ Ms
Radebe T/ Ms. Ramncwana B Tel No: (0823069027)
NOTE : Appointment under the Public Service Act.
POST 22/13 : ARTISAN PRODUCTION GRADE A, B & C (LOCKSMITH) (REF: FSNC 2026/07/06)
SALARY : R253 341 – R424 371 per annum (Grade and salary notch will be determined in
accordance with the OSD appointment requirements and years of experience)
CENTRE : Free State and Northern Cape Region: Mangaung
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate Trade Test Certificate underwritten by the Manpower Training Act
(Red Seal). Valid driver’s licence. Competencies And Attributes: Technical analysis
knowledge. Computer-aided technical applications. Knowledge of legal
compliance. Technical report writing. Production, process knowledge and skills.
Problem solving and analysis. Decision making. Teamwork. Analytical skills.
Creativity, self-management, customer focus and responsiveness.
Communication. Planning and organizing.
DUTIES : Responsibilities: Training of offenders as well as apprentices. Provide locksmith
services (including facilities maintenance and skills development). Facilitate the
effective utilization of appropriate locksmith equipment. Execute administrative and
related functions. Ensure compliance to health and safety as well as security
related functions. Manage resources.
ENQUIRIES : Free State and Northern Cape Region: Ms Mokuni NJ / Ms Molutsoane N/ Ms
Radebe T/ Ms. Ramncwana B Tel No: (0823069027)
NOTE : Appointment under the Public Service Act.
POST 22/14 : ARTISAN PRODUCTION GRADE A, B & C (WELDER) (REF: FSNC 2026/07/07)
SALARY : R253 341 – R424 371 per annum (Grade and salary notch will be determined in
accordance with the OSD appointment requirements and years of experience)
CENTRE : Free State and Northern Cape Region: Mangaung:
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate Trade Test Certificate underwritten by the Manpower Training Act
(Red Seal). Valid driver’s licence. Competencies And Attributes: Technical analysis
knowledge. Computer-aided technical applications. Knowledge of legal
compliance. Technical report writing. Production, process knowledge and skills.
Problem solving and analysis. Decision making. Teamwork. Analytical skills.
Creativity, self-management, customer focus and responsiveness.
Communication. Planning and organizing.
DUTIES : Responsibilities: Training of offenders as well as apprentices. Execute work as per
requisition/orders received from clients. Apply quality control to manufactured
products. Costing of product and supply quotes. Execute basic workshop
administration. Execute administrative and related functions. Perform welding
maintenance services. Manage resources.
ENQUIRIES : Free State and Northern Cape Region: Ms Mokuni NJ / Ms Molutsoane N/ Ms
Radebe T/ Ms. Ramncwana B Tel No: (0823069027)
NOTE : Appointment under the Public Service Act.
POST 22/15 : ARTISAN PRODUCTION GRADE A, B & C (AIR CONDITIONING AND
REFRIGERATION) (REF: FSNC 2026/07/08)
SALARY : R253 341 – R424 371 per annum (Grade and salary notch will be determined in
accordance with the OSD appointment requirements and years of experience)
CENTRE : Free State and Northern Cape Region: Mangaung
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate Trade Test Certificate underwritten by the Manpower Training Act
(Red Seal). Valid driver’s licence. Competencies And Attributes: Technical analysis
knowledge. Computer-aided technical applications. Knowledge of legal
compliance. Technical report writing. Production, process knowledge and skills.
Problem solving and analysis. Decision making. Teamwork. Analytical skills.
Creativity, self-management, customer focus and responsiveness.
Communication. Planning and organizing.
DUTIES : Responsibilities: Train offenders in the applicable trade. Execute work as per
requisition/orders received from clients. Apply quality control to manufactured
products. Costing of product and supply quotes. Execute basic workshop
administration. Perform maintenance services. Manage resources.
ENQUIRIES : Free State and Northern Cape Region: Ms Mokuni NJ / Ms Molutsoane N/ Ms
Radebe T/ Ms. Ramncwana B Tel No: (0823069027).
NOTE : Appointment under the Public Service Act.
POST 22/16 : ARTISAN PRODUCTION GRADE A, B & C (ELECTRONIC MANAGEMENT)
(REF: FSNC 2026/07/09) (2 POSTS)
SALARY : R253 341 – R424 371 per annum (Grade and salary notch will be determined in
accordance with the OSD appointment requirements and years of experience)
CENTRE : Free State and Northern Cape Region: Mangaung:
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate Trade Test Certificate underwritten by the Manpower Training Act
(Red Seal). Valid driver’s licence. Competencies And Attributes: Technical analysis
knowledge. Computer-aided technical applications. Knowledge of legal
compliance. Technical report writing. Production, process knowledge and skills.
Problem solving and analysis. Decision making. Teamwork. Analytical skills.
Creativity, self-management, customer focus and responsiveness.
Communication. Planning and organizing.
DUTIES : Responsibilities Training of offender as well as apprentices. Install, maintain and
repair electronic security systems. Manufacture, assemble, install electronic
components, control boxes and wiring for new projects in the facility. Execute
administrative and related functions. Ensure compliance to health and safety as
well as security related functions. Manage resources.
ENQUIRIES : Free State and Northern Cape Region: Ms Mokuni NJ / Ms Molutsoane N/ Ms
Radebe T/ Ms. Ramncwana B Tel No: (0823069027).
NOTE : Appointment under the Public Service Act.
POST 22/17 : ARTISAN PRODUCTION GRADE A, B & C (CARPENTER) (REF: FSNC 2026/07/10)
SALARY : R253 341 – R424 371 per annum (Grade and salary notch will be determined in
accordance with the OSD appointment requirements and years of experience)
CENTRE : Free State and Northern Cape Region: Mangaung:
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate Trade Test Certificate underwritten by the Manpower Training Act
(Red Seal). Valid driver’s licence. Competencies And Attributes: Technical
analysis knowledge. Computer-aided technical applications. Knowledge of legal
compliance. Technical report writing. Production, process knowledge and skills.
Problem solving and analysis. Decision making. Teamwork. Analytical skills.
Creativity, self-management, customer focus and responsiveness.
Communication. Planning and organizing.
DUTIES : Responsibilities: Training of offenders as well as apprentices. Execute work as per
requisition/orders received from clients. Apply quality control to manufactured
products. Costing of product and supply quotes. Execute basic workshop
administration. Execute administrative and related functions. Perform carpentry
maintenance services. Manage resources.
ENQUIRIES : Free State and Northern Cape Region: Ms Mokuni NJ / Ms Molutsoane N/ Ms
Radebe T/ Ms. Ramncwana B Tel No: (0823069027).
NOTE : Appointment under the Public Service Act.
POST 22/18 : ARTISAN PRODUCTION GRADE A, B & C (BRICKLAYER) (REF: FSNC 2026/07/11)
SALARY : R253 341 – R424 371 per annum (Grade and salary notch will be determined in
accordance with the OSD appointment requirements and years of experience)
CENTRE : Free State and Northern Cape Region: Mangaung
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate Trade Test Certificate underwritten by the Manpower Training Act
(Red Seal). Valid driver’s licence. Competencies And Attributes: Technical analysis
knowledge. Computer-aided technical applications. Knowledge of legal
compliance. Technical report writing. Production, process knowledge and skills.
Problem solving and analysis. Decision making. Teamwork. Analytical skills.
Creativity, self-management, customer focus and responsiveness.
Communication. Planning and organizing.
DUTIES : Responsibilities: Produce building designs according to specifications. Laying
bricks with material and equipment according to job specifications and recognized
standards. Inspect brick laying equipment and facilities for technical faults. Repair
equipment according to standards. Apply brick laying according to schedule. Train
offenders in the applicable trade. Execute work as per requisition/orders received
from clients. Apply quality control to manufactured products. Costing of product
and supply quotes. Execute basic workshop administration.
ENQUIRIES : Free State and Northern Cape Region: Ms Mokuni NJ / Ms Molutsoane N/ Ms
Radebe T/ Ms. Ramncwana B Tel No: (0823069027).
NOTE : Appointment under the Public Service Act.
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