Karnet Prison Farm is a minimum-security prison located 75km south of Perth. Karnet Prison Farm functions as a pre-release centre that encourages its male offenders to be appropriately prepared for their return to the community as responsible citizens. The Farm, which covers an area of approximately four hundred hectares, comprises an abattoir, dairy, poultry and a market garden and supplies meat, milk, eggs, vegetables and fruit for use by other prisons. The Prison operates a number of community and reparative programs.
Role
The Cleaning Officer is responsible for all daily cleaning operations and the management of health and hygiene standards within the prison facility. The position provides direct supervision and training of cleaning workers assigning tasks and overseeing the general completion of those tasks ensuring a safe working environment.
This is a permanent full time opportunity working 80 hours per fornight.
Special Requirements
Please note the following additional pre-appointment requirements to comply with the Prisons Act and Regulations and applicable Departmental policy and procedures. A successful applicant must:
• Complete the Employment Profile Assessment as determined by the DCS Recruitment Psychologist;
• Receive a clearance through a National Criminal History check and the Departmental integrity assessment;
• Possess a current ‘C’ class motor vehicle driver’s licence
• Possess a valid Senior First Aid qualification (or equivalent) received from an accredited training provider and;
• Be willing to undertake training applicable to the role through the Departments Training Academy.
Work Related Requirements
Please read the Job Description Form (JDF) for more information about the work related requirements of this position. All Department of Corrective Services’ employees are required to undergo a National Criminal History check.
Further Job Related Information
If you are interested in the position and would like further information on the role, contact Lindsay Mercer on (08) 9526 3244 for a confidential discussion. Information about applying and submitting your application is available on our website or from the attached Job Application Kit.
How To Apply
The Department requests applicants to submit an on-line application using the ‘Apply for Job’ button below. As part of your online application you will be prompted to complete relevant personal information and to attach the following information as part of your application:
A current comprehensive resume including the contact details of two referees and a statement adressing the following essential work related requirements (selection criteria):
- Experience
- Team Work and Supervision
- Resource Management
- Computer Skills
The remaining work-related requirements as listed in the Job Description Form will be assessed at some stage during the selection process
Suitable applicants may be considered for appointment to a similar vacancy during a six month period following the conclusion of this recruitment process.
Application packages: Available by telephoning (08) 9264 1562 (24 hour paging service) and stating your name, address and the relevant position number.
The Department’s preferred option is that applicants submit an online application using the ‘Apply for Job’ button below. However if using one of the following methods please attach an application form to your submission and ensure that it is securely stapled.
Hand delivery: Level 12, 141 St Georges Tce, Perth.
Post: HR Officer - Recruitment, Pre Selection Team, Department of the Attorney General, GPO Box F317, PERTH WA 6841.
FAX: (08) 9264 6149
Please Note:
1. Applications received after the closing date/time OR applications sent to us by email cannot be accepted.
2. As we prefer to contact you by email for any interview or other matter, you are encouraged to apply online and provide a current valid e-mail address.
People from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The Department upholds a working environment that is free from discrimination in accordance with Equal Opportunity legislation.