This is a fixed term, full time vacancy available for six (6) months, with the possibility of extension, for a further six (6) months or permanency, subject to business requirements.
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This is a secure position where our staff are valued, supported, and actively encouraged to reach their fullest potential.
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
Are you a trade-qualified professional with strong leadership skills and a passion for making a real difference? Join Greenough Regional Prison as our Construction Maintenance Supervisor and lead a meaningful workshop operation that builds skills, restores lives, and keeps our community safer.
Reporting to prison management within the Corrective Services division, you will operate a construction and maintenance workshop, overseeing building, assembly, and repair functions that support prison operations. You will supervise a team of officers and instructors, manage day-to-day workshop activities, and provide accredited on-the-job training and instruction to prisoners, empowering them with transferable trade skills. This is a hands-on leadership role that calls for someone who is organised, resilient, and committed to quality outcomes in a secure environment.
Eligibility
Applicants must have either of the following qualifications:
- Certificate III in a Construction Trade e.g. Brick and Block Laying, Carpentry and Joinery
- Certificate III in Building and Construction
- Certificate III in Building Maintenance
- Certificate III in Appliance Service
To be consider for this position you must also have the following:
- A current valid Construction Induction Training accreditation (White Card)
- A current valid Class C Driver’s Licence
- A valid Provide First Aid (HLTAID003 or equivalent)
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
- Career pathway opportunities
- Learning and development opportunity programs
- Five (5) weeks annual leave
- Generous Allowances
- Government Housing Rental Subsidy for eligible applicant
- 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:
- Provide a comprehensive Resume / Curriculum Vitae, that clearly outlines your transferable skills, experience and highlights your key achievements.
- A copy of your current trade qualification (Certificate III or higher in a construction-related discipline), current First Aid certificate, White Card, and driver’s licence.
- Contact details of two (2) work related referees.
All remaining Job Related Requirements 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 in the Department of Justice for a period of twelve (12) months, in accordance with Part 5 (General Appointment) of the Commissioner's Instructions No. 2: Filling a Public Sector Vacancy and Commissioner’s Instructions and No. 39: Interim Arrangements to Fill Public Sector Vacancies. Permanent, fixed term, full time and part time appointments may be offered at Greenough Regional Prison during this period.
For further job-related information
If you would like further information regarding the vacancy please contact Jan Sims on (08) 9923 6523 for a confidential discussion.
Equity and Diversity
The Department of Justice is committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We actively promote the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, youth, people of diverse sexualities and genders, women, culturally and linguistically diverse people, and other diversity groups.
Aboriginal job seekers may contact the Aboriginal Workforce Development Team on aboriginalworkforcedevelopment@justice.wa.gov.au or call (08) 9264 1700 for culturally appropriate application advice.
Applicants with disability requiring adjustments or accessibility support at any stage of the selection process can contact the hiring manager as listed under the ‘Further Information’ section or contact the Diversity and Inclusion team on WorkforceDiversity@justice.wa.gov.au or (08) 9264 1700 for a confidential discussion.
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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