Are you looking for a stable government career with growth opportunities? The Department of Correctional Services (DCS), South Africa, is hiring for multiple positions across engineering, finance, IT, security, administration, and healthcare. Read till the end to find a reference number
📅 Closing Date: 14 October 2025 @ 15h45
📍 Location: National Head Office, Pretoria & Training Centres (various)
📑 Application Form: Z83 form + CV (only shortlisted candidates will submit certified copies later).
👉 Email Applications To: NationalOfficeHRM@dcs.gov.za
(Use the correct reference number on your subject line.)
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Are you looking for a stable government career with growth opportunities? The Department of Correctional Services (DCS), South Africa, is hiring for multiple positions across engineering, finance, IT, security, administration, and healthcare. Read till the end to find a reference number
📅 Closing Date: 14 October 2025 @ 15h45
📍 Location: National Head Office, Pretoria & Training Centres (various)
📑 Application Form: Z83 form + CV (only shortlisted candidates will submit certified copies later).
👉 Email Applications To: NationalOfficeHRM@dcs.gov.za
(Use the correct reference number on your subject line.)
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🔧 Engineering & Technical Posts
Chief Engineer (Mechanical) – R1,266,450 package
Chief Engineer (Civil) – R1,266,450 package
Control Engineering Technologist (Grade A) – R921,900 package
Requirements: Degree in Engineering, registration with ECSA, 6 years post-qualification.
Duties: Oversee infrastructure design, maintenance, risk management, and compliance.
💰 Finance & Accounting Jobs
Deputy Director: Budget Control – R896,436 package
Assistant Director: Financial Management Support – R468,459 package
Senior State Accountant (various roles: Bookkeeping, Ledger Control, Budget) – R397,116 package
State Accountant (various roles: Personnel Compensation, Payments, Budget, Exchequer) – R325,101 package
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Requirements: Finance/Accounting degree or diploma, PFMA knowledge, BAS/PERSAL skills.
Duties: Budget planning, expenditure control, and financial reporting.
📚 Education & Training Vacancies
Deputy Director: Programme Services – R896,436 package
Deputy Director: Academic Support – R896,436 package
Assistant Director: Induction – R468,459 package
Senior Admin Officer: Functional Training – R397,116 package
Requirements: Degree/diploma in Education or HRD.
Duties: Manage curriculum, formal education, induction training, and academic support.
🏥 Health & Wellness Positions
Assistant Manager Nursing (Maternal/Youth Health) – R755,355 pa
Assistant Manager Nursing (Communicable Diseases) – R693,096 pa
Assistant Director: Environmental Health Services – R638,856 pa
Deputy Director: Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – R896,436 pa
Requirements: Nursing/Health degrees with professional registration.
Duties: Oversee healthcare services, wellness programmes, and disease management.
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💻 IT & Systems Development Jobs
Assistant Director: Analyst Developer – R468,459 pa
Junior Developer (4 posts) – R325,101 pa
Network Controller – R325,101 pa
Help Desk Support Technician – R325,101 pa
Requirements: IT diploma/degree, coding experience, and system analysis.
Duties: Maintain networks, develop applications, support users.
🛡️ Security & Correctional Services Jobs
Deputy Director: Security Operations / Evaluation / Support – R925,380 package
Assistant Director: Security Equipment / Risk Assessment – R506,667 pa
Senior Correctional Officer: Case Management / Ops Support – R429,285 pa
Security Officer: Dog Handler – R212,358 pa
Requirements: Behavioural Sciences + Correctional Learnership, security clearance.
Duties: Manage prison security systems, inspections, and offender profiling.
🗂️ Administration & Support Jobs
Assistant Director: Marketing & Corporate Image – R468,459 pa
Senior Admin Officer (various roles: HR, Leave, Filing, Audio Visual) – R397,116 pa
Administration Officer (Research, Filing, Evaluation, Logistics) – R325,101 pa
Vetting Administrators (7 posts) – R325,101 pa
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Requirements: Diploma/Degree in Administration or HR.
Duties: Policy support, filing, HR admin, and records management.
📌 How to Apply
Complete the Z83 Application Form (obtainable from any public service department).
Attach a detailed CV (only shortlisted candidates will provide certified copies).
Email or Post application to:
National Head Office: Department of Correctional Services
📧 Email: NationalOfficeHRM@dcs.gov.za
📮 Postal Address: Private Bag X136, Pretoria, 0001
🏢 Physical: 124 WF Nkomo Street, Poyntons Building, Pretoria
👉 Important: Indicate the correct Reference Number & Job Title in the subject line. ➡️ check reference number and job title here ⚠️ If not contacted within 3 months, consider your application unsuccessful.
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