• Full Time
  • East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa

South African Department of Correctional Services

 

Artisan Foreman Grade A – South African Department of Correctional Services

Company Overview:
The Department of Correctional Services oversees South Africa’s prison system, managing 240 facilities and approximately 189,748 inmates. With 34,000 staff members, the department ensures secure and humane custody while promoting rehabilitation.

Never pay for any CBT, test, or assessment as part of a recruitment process. Contact the department directly if unsure.

Job Details

  • Job Type: Full Time
  • Qualification: Matric Certificate
  • Experience: 5 years post-trade test experience
  • Location: Nationwide (multiple regions)
  • Field: Engineering/Technical

Requirements:

  • Valid Trade Test Certificate (Red Seal accredited)
  • Minimum 5 years’ hands-on experience as an Artisan
  • Valid driver’s license

Key Responsibilities:

  • Train and supervise offenders in vocational skills
  • Manage tools, inventory, and workplace safety standards
  • Oversee equipment maintenance and repair operations
  • Prepare reports and ensure compliance with administrative protocols
  • Optimize resource allocation for projects

Application Process

Submit applications to the relevant regional office:

Eastern Cape

Regional Commissioner, P/Bag X9013, East London, 5211
Contact: (043) 706 7866 / 7882 / 7883

Free State & Northern Cape

Regional Commissioner, P/Bag X20530, Bloemfontein, 9300
Contact: (051) 404 0268 / 0283

Gauteng

Regional Commissioner, P/Bag X393, Pretoria, 0001
Contact: (012) 420 0173 / 0179

National Head Office

Private Bag X136, Pretoria, 0001
Contact: (012) 307 2079 / 305 8589

KwaZulu-Natal

Regional Commissioner, P/Bag X9126, Pietermaritzburg, 3201
Contact: (033) 355 7368 / 7370 / 7386

Limpopo/Mpumalanga/North West

Regional Commissioner, P/Bag X142, Pretoria, 0001
Contact: (012) 306 2025 / 2033 / 2034

Western Cape

Regional Commissioner, P/Bag X14, Goodwood, 7459
Contact: (021) 550 6014 / 558 0108 / 0518

Applications must include a detailed CV aligned with the position requirements. Email submissions should be sent to the regional addresses provided on the official DPSA portal.

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