About us
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
The Special Operations Group (SOG) provides specialist 24/7 armed emergency response and security support services for all correctional facilities within Western Australia. SOG also provides surveillance and intelligence gathering, high-security escorts, specialist training and exercising.
The Coordinator Logistics plans, manages and assures the acquisition, supply, warehousing, maintenance and repair of security and response equipment and systems for the SOG and correctional facilities across Western Australia.
The position ensures the equipment supplied to the facilities complies with appropriate standards and legislative requirements and is in a constant state of readiness to sustain operations. The position provides clear leadership and direction to a small logistics team.
In addition, this position may form part of an emergency management structure during emergencies at custodial facilities across the State.
About you
To be successful in this role you will have a strong background in establishing and coordinating an integrated logistics support system, to enable and sustain operations. You will also have a sound understanding of the logistical support requirements for organisations operating within the Public Safety sector.
All employees are required to undergo employment screening, which includes a National Criminal History Check and other checks that may be relevant to the position requirements.
Eligibility to Apply:
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Possession of a current Western Australian 'C' class drivers licence or equivalent
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The position holder may be required to travel and to work outside of normal hours if there is a critical incident or operation.
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It is a requirement that the position holder is successful, within 6 months of commencement, in obtaining a:
1. NEGATIVE VETTING LEVEL ONE security clearance as a condition of employment and maintaining the clearance for the duration of their appointment in the position. Only Australian Citizens are eligible to hold the NEGATIVE VETTING LEVEL ONE security clearance
2. Clearance under the Working with Children (Criminal Record Checking) Act 2004.
How to apply
Please ensure you review the attached JDF for further information about the job related requirements of the position. This information will assist you with the preparation of your application.
We require you to submit:
A current comprehensive CV including the contact details of two referees and statement (no more than 3 pages) addressing all (3) Role Specific Criteria contained in the Job Description Form.
- Proven experience and sound knowledge of Materiel Logistics methodologies and practices, compliance with legislative frameworks and Government policy requirements.
- A demonstrated ability to conduct trials, operational testing, evaluation and reporting on proposed new equipment, systems or similar.
- A demonstrated ability to use computers and associated equipment, audio visual equipment and various software programs and systems.
Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.
To submit your application click the “Apply for Job” button at the bottom of this page. Emailed applications will not be accepted.
Candidate Search
If required we may choose to supplement the field of applications by conducting a Candidate Search.
Equity and Diversity
The Department of Justice is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to growing the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander workforce as a part of EEO Management Plan and its Aboriginal Workforce Development Strategy. We embrace diversity and encourage applications from a diverse field, people from a culturally and linguistically diverse background, young people and people with disability including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Subsequent Vacancies
Applicants found suitable but not recommended for this vacancy, may be considered for subsequent similar vacancies in the Department of Justice in accordance with Part 5 (General Appointment) of the Commissioner's Instructions: Filling a Public Sector Vacancy.
Further Information
If you would like further information on this opportunity please contact Ben Leadbeatter, Assistant Superintendent on (08) 9366 6802 for a confidential discussion.
