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Security Manager: Basic Training (CB4)
Closes Monday 9 November 2026 at 15:45
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Supervisor role running basic training and learning in correctional centres. Suits people with a behavioural sciences degree or diploma and at least seven years of supervisory experience.
- Supervise instructional and workplace learning, and the running of classes, in the correctional environment.
- Supervise the preparation and running of assessments, and custodial duties in correctional or remand detention.
- Must have a relevant degree or National Diploma (NQF level 6) in Behavioural Sciences, and successful completion of the Corrections Science Learnership or Basic Training.
- Must have at least seven years of relevant experience in a supervisory post (CB3) and a valid driver's licence.
- Based at Kroonstad Training College (Ref HO 2026/11/16) or Zonderwater Training College (Ref HO 2026/11/17). Two posts are available. Willingness to travel is required.
- Enquiries: National Head Office, Ms NS Khumalo (012) 307 2174 or Ms TP Ngobeni (012) 305 8589. The closing date is not stated in the text.
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Requirements
- Relevant Degree/National Diploma (NQF level 6) in Behavioural Sciences.
- Successful completion of the Corrections Science Learnership/Basic Training.
- At least seven (7) years relevant experience in a supervisory post (CB3).
- Registered and accredited as an Assessor and Moderator will be an added advantage.
- Computer literacy.
- Valid driver’s licence.
- Competencies And Attributes:
- Financial management.
- Physical wellness.
- Problem-solving and decision-making, facilitation and presentation, planning and organizing, project management, conflict management, report writing, coaching and mentoring and time management skills.
- Change management.
- Lead and control.
- Ability to lead a team.
- Confidentiality, integrity and honesty.
- Understanding the Public Service Policies and Legislative Framework.
- Service delivery and client orientation.
- Assertiveness and ability to network.
- Influence and impact.
- Ability to apply strategic thinking.
- Willingness to travel.
Duties
- Provide and supervise the delivery of instructional and experiential/workplace learning.
- Supervise the facilitation of presentations and the administration of classes in the correctional environment.
- Prepare and supervise the preparation and administration of assessments within the correctional environment.
- Provide safe and secure detention, rehabilitation process and humane incarceration in a correctional environment.
- Supervise the performance of custodial duties within a correctional/remand detention environment.
- Management of performance information.
- Manage human resources, finance and assets.
How to apply
should be submitted online at https://careers.dcs.gov.za/. Emailed, post or hand delivered applications will not be considered.
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Enquiries
National Head Office: Ms NS Khumalo Tel No: (012) 307 2174 or Ms TP Ngobeni Tel No: (012) 305 8589.
Notes from the department
Appointment under the Correctional Services Act.
As printed in Circular 38 of 2026 · page 30 · open the PDF (opens in new tab)
POST 38/44: SECURITY MANAGER: BASIC TRAINING (CB4) SALARY: R511 470 per annum CENTRE: Kroonstad Training College Ref No: HO 2026/11/16 Zonderwater Training College Ref No: HO 2026/11/17 (X2 Posts) REQUIREMENTS: Relevant Degree/National Diploma (NQF level 6) in Behavioural Sciences. Successful completion of the Corrections Science Learnership/Basic Training. At least seven (7) years relevant experience in a supervisory post (CB3). Registered and accredited as an Assessor and Moderator will be an added advantage. Computer literacy. Valid driver’s licence. Competencies And Attributes: Financial management. Physical wellness. Problem-solving and decision-making, facilitation and presentation, planning and organizing, project management, conflict management, report writing, coaching and mentoring and time management skills. Change management. Lead and control. Ability to lead a team. Confidentiality, integrity and honesty. Understanding the Public Service Policies and Legislative Framework. Service delivery and client orientation. Assertiveness and ability to network. Influence and impact. Ability to apply strategic thinking. Willingness to travel. DUTIES: Provide and supervise the delivery of instructional and experiential/workplace learning. Supervise the facilitation of presentations and the administration of classes in the correctional environment. Prepare and supervise the preparation and administration of assessments within the correctional environment. Provide safe and secure detention, rehabilitation process and humane incarceration in a correctional environment. Supervise the performance of custodial duties within a correctional/remand detention environment. Management of performance information. Manage human resources, finance and assets. 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 Services Act.