Prison guards watch over and maintain order among inmates of prisons, reformatories or penitentiaries.
Skill level:
Semi-skilled
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- Salary range for the majority of workers in Prison guards - from R7 193 to R25 134 per month - 2025.
- A Prison guards typically earns between R7 193 and R18 239 net per month at the start of the job.
- After 5 years of service, this is between R7 437 and R18 137 per month for a working week of 45 hours.
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Duties and tasks
- Searching arriving prisoners, putting their valuables in safekeeping, escorting prisoners to cells and locking them in
- Making periodic inspection tours of cells and inspecting and maintaining the security of locks, windows, doors and gates
- Supervising prisoners at work and meals, and during recreation periods
- Observing the conduct and behaviour of prisoners to prevent disturbances and escapes
- Patrolling prison areas to prevent escapes
- Assisting with the implementation of rehabilitation programs
- Escorting prisoners in transit and during temporary leave
