OFFICE OF THE CHIEF JUSTICE VACANCIES

OFFICE OF THE CHIEF JUSTICE VACANCIES

OFFICE OF THE CHIEF JUSTICE
The Office of the Chief Justice is an equal opportunity employer. In the filling of vacant posts, the
objectives of section 195 (1)(i) of the Constitution of South Africa, 1996, the Employment Equity
imperatives as defined by the Employment Equity Act, 1998 (Act55) of 1998) and the relevant Human
Resources policies of the Department will be taken into consideration and preference will be given to
Women, Persons with Disabilities and youth.

APPLICATIONS : Supreme Court of Appeal: Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your
application to: The Provincial Head, Office of the Chief Justice, Private Bag
X20612, Bloemfontein, 9300 or hand deliver applications to the Free State High
Court, Corner President Brand and Fontein Street, Bloemfontein, 9301.

Gauteng/Pretoria/Johannesburg: Quoting the relevant reference number,
direct your application to: The Provincial Head, Office of the Chief Justice,
Private Bag X7, Johannesburg, 2000. Applications can also be hand delivered
to the 12th floor, Cnr Pritchard and Kruis Street, Johannesburg.

Eastern Cape/Mthatha: Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your
application to: The Provincial Head, Office of the Chief Justice, Postal Address:
Private Bag X13012, Cambridge 5206, East London. Applications can also be
hand delivered to 59 Western Avenue, Sanlam Park Building, 2nd Floor,
Vincent 5242, East London.

CLOSING DATE : 12 May 2026

NOTE : All applications must be submitted on a New Z83 form, which can be
downloaded on internet at www.judiciary.org.za /
www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/vacancies.asp or obtainable from any Public Service
Department and should be accompanied by a recent comprehensive CV only;
contactable referees (telephone numbers and email addresses must be
indicated). Please send your documents in a PDF and put them in one folder.

Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of
qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview
following communication from Human Resources. All shortlisted candidates,
including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One must be a
practical exercise, and the other must be an Integrity (Ethical Conduct)
Assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an
additional criterion in the interview process.

All shortlisted candidates for SMS
posts will be subjected to a technical competency exercise that intends to test
relevant technical elements of the job, the logistics of which will be
communicated by the Department. Following the interview and technical
exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend generic
managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency
assessment tools.

Applicants could be required to provide consent for access
to their social media accounts. Prior to appointment for SMS, a candidate
would be required to complete the Nyukela Programme: Pre-entry Certificate
to Senior Management Services as endorsed by DPSA which is an online
course, endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG). The course is
available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into the SMS and the
full details can be sourced by the following link:
https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Each
application form must be fully completed, duly signed and initialed on both
pages by the applicant. The application must indicate the correct job title, the
office where the position is advertised and the reference number as stated in
the advert. Failure by the applicant to complete, sign and initial the application
form will lead to disqualification of the application during the selection process.

Applications on the old Z83 will unfortunately not be considered. Should you
be in possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an
evaluation considered. Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel
suitability check (criminal record, financial checks, qualification verification,
citizenship checks, reference checks and employment verification).
Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not
been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date of this
advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The
Department reserves the right not to make any appointment(s) to the
advertised post(s).

Applicants who do not comply with the above-mentioned
requirements, as well as applications received late, will not be considered.
Failure to submit all the requested documents will result in the application not
being considered during the selection process. All successful candidates will
be expected to enter into an employment contract and a performance
agreement within 3 months of appointment, as well as be required to undergo
a security clearance three (3) months after appointment. The Office the Chief
Justice complies with the provisions of the Protection of Personal Information
Act (POPIA); Act No. 4 of 2013.

We will use your personal information provided
to us for the purpose of recruitment only and more specifically for the purpose
of the position/vacancy you have applied for. In the event that your application
was unsuccessful, the Office of the Chief Justice will retain your personal
information for internal audit purposes as required by policies. All the
information requested now or during the process is required for recruitment
purposes. Failure to provide requested information will render your application
null and void. The Office of the Chief Justice will safeguard the security and
confidentiality of all information you shared during the recruitment process.
OTHER POSTS

POST 14/63 : ADMINISTRATION CLERK: ASSET CONTROLLER REF NO: 2026/09/OCJ
SALARY : R237 453 – R279 708 per annum (Level 05). The successful candidate will be
required to sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE : Eastern Cape Division of The High Court: Makhanda

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REQUIREMENTS : Applicants should be in possession of a Grade 12 certificate or equivalent
qualification as recoqnised by SAQA. No experience is required. A valid driver’s
license will serve as an added advantage. All shortlisted candidates shall
undertake a pre-entry practical exercise as part of the assessment method to
determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic
requirements. Knowledge and Skills: Computer literacy (MS Word/Excel).
Good communication skills (written and verbal). Good interpersonal relations,
planning and organization skills. Good problem-solving skills. Ability to work
under pressure. Good time keeping. Telephone etiquette.

DUTIES : Render efficient and effective support to the Court. Facilitate the maintenance
of a complete, reliable, and accurate asset register for the Departmental owned
assets. Conduct physical verification of assets to ensure the existence of
assets as well as completeness of the asset register. Identify and report stolen
or lost assets and unserviceable, redundant, damaged, underperforming, and
obsolete assets. Monitor leased assets register and expiring contracts.

ENQUIRIES : Technical Related Enquiries: Ms L Frazer Tel No: (046) 603 5000
HR Related Enquiries: Mr S Mponzo Tel No: (043) 726 5217
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be sent via email to 2026/09/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
NOTE : The Organisation will give preference to candidates in line with the
Employment Equity goals.

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POST 14/64 : SECURITY OFFICER REF NO: 2026/10/OCJ (X4 POSTS)
SALARY : R170 226 – R200 523 per annum (Level 03). The successful candidate will be
required to sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE : Gauteng Division of The High Court: Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS : Applicants should be in possession of Grade 10 or equivalent qualification as
recognised by SAQA. Basic Security Officer’s course registered with PSIRA. A
minimum of one-year experience in security industry. A valid Driver’s license
will serve as an added advantage. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake a
pre-entry practical exercise as part of the assessment method to determine the
candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements.
Knowledge and Skills: Good communication skills (verbal and written). Good
interpersonal and public relation skills.

DUTIES : Ensure that the outsourced security officers render an efficient and effective
service to the court on a daily basis. Ensure that all security and biometrics
system put in place function effectively and efficiently within the buildings on a
daily basis. Meet the outsourced security officials every morning to get report
of the performance of security and biometric system on a daily basis. Report
all incidents around the Court premises to the relevant authorities immediately.
Treating all clients, Court users and colleagues equally and professionally.
Capture the biometrics data for new personnel and delete for personnel leaving
the Department. Attend meetings with SAPS, EMS, Fire brigade and TMPD
during high profile cases. Attend meetings with outsourced Security Officials
every month to evaluate security performance at the Court on daily basis.
Ensure that no liquor /video cameras allowed in the building unless permission
granted. Assist and monitor the performance of the outsourced security officials
during peak hours and high-profile cases. Review camera footages and save
the incidents. Monitor all access points for effective access control. Monitor all
movements, events, and activities within the Department’s premises using
CCTV equipment. Undertake building inspections and conduct primary patrols
to identify, assess, and verify conditions. Apply emergency procedures (in
situations like bomb scares, riots etc.) and alert emergency services and
Department management. Monitor and respond to alarm system. Update the
information on the occurrence book/ register as and when required. Liaise with
supervisor to verify the information recorded and ensure information is correct.
Crowd control by informing the security officials of the floors overcrowded.
Ensure no property of the Court leaves the building without authorisation.
Assist the outsourced security officials in controlling the number of visitors
entering the Court premises in groups. Request and accompany during the
sweeping of the building by the bomb squad prior to VIPs entering the premises
and before the Court term starts. Conduct building inspections and patrols.
Ensure that everyone entering the building is subjected to access control
procedures.

ENQUIRIES : Technical Related Enquiries: Mr P Nkone Tel No: (012) 492 6796
HR Related Enquiries: Ms T Mbalekwa Tel No: (010) 494 8515
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be sent via email at 2026/10/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
NOTE : The Organisation will give preference to candidates in line with Employment
Equity goal