Deputy Director: Production Workshops

In brief

**Overview** This is an explanation of the role of Deputy Director: Production Workshops (Reference No: HO 2026/11/31) within the Department Of Correctional Services (DCS), specifically in the Directorate: Production Workshop and Agriculture. The position is based at the National Head Office and offers an annual all-inclusive salary package of R932 292. Appointment for this role is made under the Public Service Act. **What you will do** * Manage the policy and procedure formulation on production workshop and bakeries. * Manage and coordinate the provision of production workshops and bakeries services. * Ensure planning and operations management of production workshops and bakeries. * Ensure adherence to service level standards. * Monitoring and evaluation of productions workshops and bakeries to ensure optimum utilization of resources, cost savings, and production workshops revenue generation. * Provide technical support services to regions and operational level. * Report on the production/manufacturing output and financial performance of production workshops and bakeries. * Ensure enhancement of self-sufficiency and sustainability in production workshops and bakeries, as well as offender development. * Conduct economic analysis of production workshop and bakeries. * Marketing of services rendered by production workshops and bakeries. * Delivery of organizational support services and administration. * Management of human resources, finance and assets. * Management of performance information. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Recognized Degree or National Diploma in Production Management/ Operations Management or relevant qualification. * Project management (will be an added advantage). * 3-5 years management experience at an ASD level in a similar environment. * Computer literacy. * Valid driver’s licence. * Competencies And Attributes: Financial management, Plan, organize, lead and control, Change management, Team leadership, Project management, Problem solving and decision-making, Facilitation and presentation skills, Conflict management, Report writing, Training and development, Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Time management, Confidentiality, Coaching and mentoring, Understanding of Public Service policy and legislative framework, Service delivery and client orientation, Integrity and honesty, Assertiveness, Ability to network with stakeholders, Influence and impact, Accountability, Willingness to travel, Applied strategic thinking. **Who should apply** This role is suitable for an experienced manager with a background in Production or Operations Management, possessing 3-5 years of management experience at an Assistant Director (ASD) level in a similar environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong financial, project, and operations management skills, along with competencies in leadership, planning, problem-solving, and communication. They should be computer literate, hold a valid driver's license, and be willing to travel. A deep understanding of Public Service policy and legislative frameworks, coupled with attributes like integrity, accountability, and a client-oriented approach, is essential. The role requires someone capable of overseeing policy, operations, financial performance, resource utilization, and human resources within production workshops and bakeries, with a focus on self-sufficiency and offender development. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/department-of-correctional-services-dcs-vacancies-from-dpsa-circular-38-of-2026#spani-ref-ho-2026-11-31 Source: govpage

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• At least 3 years of experience.

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Office
• Project management
• Driver's licence

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