Security Manager: Basic Training (CB4) – Department of Correctional Services
- Job Title: Security Manager: Basic Training (CB4)
- Department: Department of Correctional Services
- Salary: R511,470 per annum
- Employment Type: Appointment under the Correctional Services Act
Available Positions and Locations:
Kroonstad Training College – Ref No: HO 2026/11/16 (1 post)
Zonderwater Training College – Ref No: HO 2026/11/17 (2 posts)
Closing Date: Not provided in the supplied advertisement.
Job Overview
The Department of Correctional Services is inviting suitably qualified and experienced candidates to apply for Security Manager: Basic Training (CB4) positions at Kroonstad and Zonderwater Training Colleges.
The successful candidates will be responsible for overseeing and supervising training programmes within the correctional environment, managing instructional and workplace learning, coordinating assessments and ensuring the effective delivery of basic correctional training.
The role also involves supervising custodial operations, ensuring the safety and security of offenders, supporting rehabilitation processes and managing human, financial and physical resources.
Minimum Requirements and Qualifications
Applicants must have:
A relevant Degree or 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 position at CB3 level.
Computer literacy.
A valid driver’s licence.
Added Advantage:
– Registration and accreditation as an Assessor and Moderator.
Key Responsibilities
1. Training and Instructional Management
Provide and supervise instructional and experiential/workplace learning.
Oversee the facilitation of presentations and training sessions.
Supervise the administration and management of classes within the correctional environment.
Ensure effective delivery of basic correctional training programmes.
2. Assessment Management
Prepare and supervise the preparation of assessments.
Oversee the administration of assessments within the correctional environment.
Ensure that assessment processes are properly coordinated and implemented.
3. Security and Custodial Management
Ensure safe and secure detention within the correctional environment.
Support rehabilitation processes and humane incarceration.
Supervise custodial duties within correctional and remand detention facilities.
Ensure compliance with security procedures and operational requirements.
4. General Management
Manage performance information.
Oversee human resources and staff performance.
Manage financial resources and departmental assets.
Ensure effective operational planning and service delivery.
Skills and Competencies
The ideal candidates should demonstrate:
Financial management skills.
Physical fitness and wellness.
Problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Facilitation and presentation skills.
Planning and organisational abilities.
Project management skills.
Conflict management and report-writing skills.
Coaching and mentoring abilities.
Effective time management.
Change management skills.
Leadership and team supervision.
Ability to lead and control operations.
Confidentiality, integrity and honesty.
Understanding of Public Service policies and legislative frameworks.
Service delivery and client-orientation skills.
Assertiveness and networking abilities.
Strategic thinking and the ability to influence and make an impact.
Willingness to travel.