The Department of Correctional Services (DCS) has released a major recruitment advertisement for 2026, offering a wide range of vacancies at Mangaung Maximum Correctional Centre in the Free State and Northern Cape Region. This is one of the largest government vacancy adverts of the year, covering opportunities in security, healthcare, nursing, education, finance, social work, human resources, sports, catering, and correctional management.
The department is an equal opportunity employer and appointments will be made in line with the Employment Equity Act and the Constitution of South Africa.
Important Application Details
Applicants must submit:
- A fully completed Z83 application form
- A detailed CV
- Correct reference number
- Applications in PDF format
Submission Address
Email: FSNCHRM@dcs.gov.za
Postal Address:
The Regional Commissioner
Recruitment Section
Private Bag X20530
Bloemfontein, 9300
Hand Delivery:
103 Zastron Street, Agrimed Building, Bloemfontein, 9300, Enquiries: 082 306 9027, Closing Date 08 May 2026 at 15:45 Late applications will not be accepted.
Full List of Positions and Number of Posts
Below is the fully updated and complete list of positions including the additional posts you provided.
Senior Management and Leadership
- Head of Correctional Centre – 1
- Centre Coordinator: Corrections – 1
- Centre Coordinator: Operational Support – 1
- Centre Coordinator: Staff Support – 1
- Chairperson: Case Management Committee – 1
Subtotal: 5 posts
Medical and Healthcare Posts
- Medical Officer Grade 1–3 – 1
- Psychologists Grade 1 – 4
- Pharmacist Grade 1 – 1
- Assistant Manager Nursing (PHC) – 2
- Operational Manager Nursing (PHC) – 2
- Clinical Nurse Practitioner – 12
- Professional Nurse Grade 1 – 4
- Pharmacist Assistant Grade 1–3 – 1
Subtotal: 27 posts
Management and Divisional Heads
- Divisional Head: Food Services – 1
- Divisional Head: Security – 1
- Divisional Head: Development – 1
- Divisional Head: Care – 1
- Divisional Head: Case Management Administration – 1
- Divisional Head: HR Management – 1
- Divisional Head: Finance – 1
- Unit Managers – 6
- Chief Artisan Grade A – 1
- Social Work Supervisor – 4
- Section Head: Educationist – 1
Subtotal: 18 posts
Supervisory and Section Head Posts
- Case Management Supervisor – 14
- Section Head: External Security – 7
- Section Head: Internal Security – 12
- Section Head: Sports and Recreation – 1
Subtotal: 34 posts
Education and Social Services
- Educationist (M+4) – 8
- Social Worker Grade 1 – 12
- Librarian – 1
- Sports Facilitators – 14
- Specialised Case Officers – 14
Subtotal: 49 posts
Catering and Food Services
- Caterers – 2
Subtotal: 2 posts
Security and Correctional Officers
These are the largest categories in the advert.
- Senior Security Officer (Internal Security) – 30
- Senior Security Officer (External Security) – 14
- Security Officers (CB1-1 to CB1-3) – 381
- Case Officers (CB1-1 to CB1-3) – 107
General Requirements
Requirements differ by post, but commonly include:
- Matric / Grade 12
- Relevant degree or national diploma
- Professional registration where required
- Computer literacy
- Valid driver’s licence
- Correctional Science Learnership / Basic Training
- Experience depending on level
Key fields include:
- Behavioural Sciences
- Nursing
- Social Work
- Education
- Finance
- HR
- Sports Management
- Food / Chef Services
- Pharmacy
Key Duties Across Posts
Successful candidates may be responsible for:
- Inmate safety and rehabilitation
- Internal and external security
- Escort duties
- Healthcare and nursing services
- Education and offender development
- Case management
- Sports and recreation programs
- Social work and counselling
- Human resource and finance administration
- Food preparation and catering services
Final Note
The Department of Correctional Services vacancies 2026 offer excellent salaries and career growth, especially for applicants interested in government jobs, security services, healthcare, and correctional services careers. With 667 available posts, this is a major opportunity for job seekers across South Africa.
