REGIONAL HEAD: FACILITIES

Department of Correctional Services

Salary: R1 340 691 per annum, (all-inclusive package)
Centre: Eastern Cape region
Province: Gauteng
Closing date: 18 August 2026
Circular: No 27 of 2026

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Requirements

An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognised by SAQA in Building Science or equivalent. A certificate for entry into the Senior Management Services (SMS) obtained from the National School of Government (NSG) is compulsory (required from all applicants prior to appointment). Five [5] years of experience at a middle/senior managerial level in a similar environment. Registration with the relevant professional council of South Africa will be an added advantage. Security clearance. Computer literate. Valid driver’s licence. Required Knowledge: Knowledge and understanding of the South African Criminal Justice System and the Correctional Services architecture. Understanding of public service policy and related legislative framework (Public Service Act and Regulations, Public Finance Management Act, with emphasis on the Correctional Service Act 111 of 1998 as amended). Competencies and Attributes: Programme and project management. Engineering, legal and operational compliance. Engineering and operational communication. Process knowledge and skills, mobile equipment operating and maintenance skills and knowledge. Engineering design and analysis knowledge. Research and development. Computer aided engineering applications. Creating high-performance culture. Technical consulting. Engineering and professional judgement. Strategic capability and leadership. Problem solving and analysis. Decision making. Team leadership. Creativity. Financial management. Customer focus and responsiveness. Communication, people management, planning, organising, conflict management and negotiation skills. Change management.

Duties

Responsibilities: The coordination of policy. Implementation of new policies, procedures and standards. Monitoring of effectiveness of policies, procedures and standards. Maintain operational effectiveness. Implement maintenance strategy through the provision of appropriate structures, systems and resources. Quality assessment of facilities. Assessment of facilities on a continuous basis to ensure that proper maintenance is carried out and documented and maintenance teams are properly trained, housed, financed and equipped for their task. Ensure adherence to OHS Act. Ensure training is affected as required by the OHS Act. Ensure continuous updating of the building and maintenance programme for the region. Ensure that priorities in the building and maintenance programme are still in line with departmental strategies and objectives. Ensure the effective and cost-efficient provision of municipal services in the region. Ensure that payment for services are done in a timeous manner. Management of human resources, finances and assets. Management of performance information.

Where to send your application

Indicate the reference number and position you are applying for on your application form (Z83) and send your complete application to: The Department of Correctional Services, Post Advertisement Section, Private Bag X136, Pretoria, 0001 OR hand deliver at: 124 WF Nkomo Street, Poyntons Building, Corner WF Nkomo and Sophie De Bruyn Street, Pretoria, 0001 (Previous: Corner Church and Schubart Street) OR you can submit your application online at: https://careers.dcs.gov.za/

Enquiries

Ms TP Ngobeni Tel No: (012) 305 8589 or Ms NS Khumalo Tel No: (012) 307 2174

Note

Appointment under the Correctional Service Act

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 27 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 31 July 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 31 July 2026.

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