Specialised Security Officer: Movement: Physical Training [Cb2-1]

About this post

The Department of Correctional Services is looking for a Specialised Security Officer: Movement: Physical Training [Cb2-1] in Zonderwater Training College. It is a permanent post, paying R326 061 per annum.

Closing date: Monday, 9 November 2026. Late applications are not considered.

What you need

The official advert asks for:

• Matric/Grade 12 or relevant Degree/National Diploma (NQF level 6) in Behavioural Sciences. in Behavioural Sciences and successful completion of the Correctional Science Learnership/Basic Training.10 years relevant experience gained at the entry level production post (CB1) or for a person appointed with a relevant NQF level 6 qualification, no previous experience is required for appointment to this post.
• Registered and accredited as an Assessor and Moderator will be an added advantage.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Computer literate.
• Competencies And Attributes: Firearm skills and the use of relevant security technology.
• Communication, project and programme management.
• Transformation, change and stakeholder management.
• Problem solving, analysis, service delivery innovation, decision making, people management and empowerment.
• In depth understanding of safety and security in a correctional environment.
• Integrity and honesty, confidentiality, good interpersonal relations and knowledge of the Correctional Services Act, Act 111 of 1998, as amended.
• Assertiveness, ability to network and diplomacy.

What you’ll do

• Prepare for the intake of learnership and skills programmes.
• Provide tonfa/self- defence training to learners.
• Provide health and fitness training, sports, recreation, arts and cultural activities to learners.
• Supervise learners at the college.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders.
• Management of physical and information resources.
• Prepare for Instructional Learning.
• Supervising of offenders when cleaning facilities.
• Present self-defence movement as well as physical training to course attendees.
• Research new trends to ensure that current practices are implemented.
• Evaluation of training, interpreting thereof and providing of feedback.
• Performing of training related administration.
• Oversee gymnasium equipment.
• Control over maintenance of sport facilities and equipment.
• Management of performance information, finances, human resources and assets.

Tips before you apply

• Use the new Z83 application form. Fill in every section and sign it: unsigned or incomplete Z83 forms are usually not considered.
• Quote the reference number HO 2026/11/20 on your application and in the subject line of any e-mail.
• Attach only the documents this advert asks for, such as a CV with your experience dated month and year. Many departments ask for certified copies only once you are shortlisted.
• Show clearly on your CV that you meet each requirement above, for example your Grade 12 results or driver's licence code.