Deputy Director: Transport Management

About the role

The Department of Correctional Services is hiring a Deputy Director: Transport Management in Logistics, based in National Head Office. This is a permanent post, paying R932,292 a year. How to apply: should be submitted online at https://careers.dcs.gov.za/. Emailed, post or hand delivered applications will not be considered. Reference number to quote: HO 2026/11/36 Closing date: 09 November 2026 @ 15H45. Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV. Note: Appointment under the Public Service Act.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate the transport management sub-directorate in accordance with departmental objectives and legislative requirements.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with applicable legislation, policies, procedures, directives, and delegated powers relating to transport management.
• Oversee departmental fleet management functions and ensure the effective control of government vehicles.
• Financial management and audit coordination.
• Stakeholder management and advisory services.
• Manage and coordinate the departmental transport management training programme.
• Manage performance information.
• Management of human resources, finance and assets.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or National Diploma in Transport Management/Logistics Management/Public Management/Supply Chain Management/Fleet Management or relevant qualification.
• Five [5] years' experience in Transport Management, Fleet Management, Logistics Management or a related environment.
• At least 3 years' experience at an ASD/supervisory level.
• Computer literacy.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Competencies And Attributes:
• Knowledge of Treasury regulations
• Labour legislation
• Public Service Act and regulations
• PFMA and its regulations
• DCS delegation of authority
• Performance appraisal manual
• Disciplinary Code and Procedures
• White Paper on Corrections (applicable sections)
• Transport management policy
• Code of conduct
• Procedure manual on departmental vehicles
• Procedure manual on subsidized transport
• DCS strategic plan (applicable sections)
• Ability to access and utilise information regarding the compilation of policies
• Plan, organise, leadership and control
• Conflict management
• Customer awareness and customer responsiveness
• Liaison (internal/external)
• Impact and influence work standards
• Analytical thinking
• Decision making, advisory skills and productivity
• Initiative, integrity and credibility
• Commitment and have concern for others
• Accommodating, fairness, loyalty and tolerance
• Creative and flexible, with the ability to think strategically, embrace change and apply technology effectively in support of organisational goals.