This is a Permanent, Full time vacancy

About Justice

When you join the Department of Justice, you become part of a people-focused organisation, working hard to make our community a fairer and safer place to live. We offer many different employment opportunities in locations around Western Australia. You will have a chance to make a real difference to your local communities and to the lives of those you work with.

About the role

Karnet Prison Farm is a minimum-security prison located 75km south of Perth. The prison handles only male offenders and functions as a pre-release centre with a focus on rehabilitation and re-integration in preparation for their return to the community. The prison’s farm which covers an area of approximately four hundred hectares, comprises an abattoir, dairy, poultry and market garden for supply of meat, milk, eggs and vegetables for use by the state’s prisons.

The Mechanical Shop Instructor operates an auto workshop for the repair and maintenance of mobile plant to support prison operations. The position provides on the job instruction, accredited training and supervision to prisoners who work in this area. The position holds a supervisory role over other staff in this area.

Responsibilities Include but are not limited to

• Supervise the day-to-day operations of the workshop including preparing, planning and scheduling daily work activities for prisoners.

• Undertake appropriate on the job instruction and training of prisoners with different skill and knowledge levels that work within the industry or service area.

• Undertake the repair, maintenance and regular audits of mechanical equipment such as, but not limited to, farm machinery and vehicles.

Eligibility

• Trade qualification Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade

• “HR” class motor vehicle licence. Or, willingness to be obtained.

Permanent positions – To be eligible for appointment to permanent positions in the West Australian Public Sector you must be an Australian citizen or have permanent resident status in Australia.

Benefits and opportunities

• Learning and development opportunity programs

• Health and wellbeing programs including Fitness passport providing a wide range of gym, pool, and fitness centre discounts available for employees and their families.

• Check out the attached Applicant Information Pack to find out other benefits of working for Justice.

Application process

How to apply

Please ensure you review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for further information about the requirements of the position. This information will assist you with the preparation of your application.

We require you to submit:

1) Provide a comprehensive Resume / Curriculum Vitae, that clearly outlines your transferable skills, experience and highlights your key achievements.

2) A copy of your current Trade qualification Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade

3) Contact details of two work related referees.

All remaining Job-Related Requirements and/or Role Specific Criteria will be assessed at a later stage in the recruitment process.

Subsequent Vacancies

Applicants found suitable but not recommended for this vacancy, may be considered for subsequent similar vacancies for a period of twelve (12) months, in accordance with section 7d of the Commissioner’s Instructions No.48 – Recruitment, Selection and Appointment to Permanent Vacancies, and section 9d of the Commissioner Instructions 49 - Recruitment, Selection and Appointment to Fixed Term Vacancies. Permanent, fixed term, full time and part time appointments may be offered at Karnet Prison Farm during this period.

For further job-related information

If you would like further information regarding the vacancy please contact Clare Jarlett – OSH and Food Safety Coordinator on (08) 9526 3399 for a confidential discussion.

Equity and Diversity

The Department of Justice is committed to building a diverse, inclusive and accessible workplace that reflects the community we serve. We strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support by following this link.

Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process. For a confidential discussion about support or adjustments, please contact the person listed above or email workforcediversity@justice.wa.gov.au.

Submitting your application

Applicants are requested to apply online. To submit your application, click the “Apply for Job” button at the bottom of this advertisement.

Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.

If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone RAMS Helpdesk ramshelpdesk@bigredsky.com on 1300 733 056 for assistance.

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The Department of Justice has introduced a smoke-free policy, which has been fully implemented across all women’s prisons and the Corrective Services Academy, with all other prison sites to follow over the next 12-18 months.