SPECIALISED SECURITY OFFICER: MOVEMENT: PHYSICAL TRAINING [CB2-1]

Department of Correctional Services

Reference number: HO 2026/11/20
Salary: R326 061 per annum
Centre: Zonderwater Training College
Closing date: 9 November 2026
Circular: No 38 of 2026

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Requirements

Matric/ Grade 12 or relevant Degree/National Diploma (NQF level 6) in Behavioural Sciences. in Behavioural Sciences and successful completion of the Correctional Science Learnership/ Basic Training.10 years relevant experience gained at the entry level production post (CB1) or for a person appointed with a relevant NQF level 6 qualification, no previous experience is required for appointment to this post. Registered and accredited as an Assessor and Moderator will be an added advantage. Valid driver’s licence. Computer literate. Competencies And Attributes: Firearm skills and the use of relevant security technology. Communication, project and programme management. Transformation, change and stakeholder management. Problem solving, analysis, service delivery innovation, decision making, people management and empowerment. In depth understanding of safety and security in a correctional environment. Integrity and honesty, confidentiality, good interpersonal relations and knowledge of the Correctional Services Act, Act 111 of 1998, as amended. Assertiveness, ability to network and diplomacy.

Duties

Prepare for the intake of learnership and skills programmes. Provide tonfa/self-defence training to learners. Provide health and fitness training, sports, recreation, arts and cultural activities to learners. Supervise learners at the college. Liaise with internal and external stakeholders. Management of physical and information resources. Prepare for Instructional Learning. Supervising of offenders when cleaning facilities. Present self-defence movement as well as physical training to course attendees. Research new trends to ensure that current practices are implemented. Evaluation of training, interpreting thereof and providing of feedback. Performing of training related administration. Oversee gymnasium equipment. Control over maintenance of sport facilities and equipment. Management of performance information, finances, human resources and assets.

Where to send your application

should be submitted online at https://careers.dcs.gov.za/ Emailed, post or hand delivered applications will not be considered.

Enquiries

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

Note

Appointment under the Correctional Service Act.

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 38 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 23 October 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 24 October 2026.