Industry Officer - Maintenance

• Utilise your Maintenance expertise to provide support and advice to Corrections Victoria at Tarrengower Prison
• An Ongoing, Full-Time opportunity to work with a high-performing and passionate team in the Victorian Public Service
• Cog2B: $78,507 - $90,280 plus superannuation.

About the Business Unit:At Corrections Victoria, our purpose is to deliver effective correctional services for a safe community.Located at Maldon, Tarrengower Prison is a Minimum-Security Prison for women. The focus of Tarrengower prison is rehabilitation via individual case management, employment, education, training and also the provision of programs and targeted interventions to address offending behaviour and promote the development of prosocial behaviour. Tarrengower prison provides contemporary and quality correctional services that prepare prisoners for transition and reintegration.Tarrengower works within the Victorian women's prison system and aims to deliver gender-responsive, trauma-informed case management practice. This involves working in a multi-disciplinary team environment with other professionals. Prison staff model and reinforce behaviour and thinking that assists the individual prisoner's ability to change their behaviour and contribute in a positive manner to the community upon release.Tarrengower Prison requires the services of a Maintenance Officer with a sound knowledge of maintenance services and requirements, engagement of contractors, support and compliance with OH&S Policies and Regulations as required to work within the guidelines of the Department of Justice and community safetyAbout the Role:As a Maintenance Officer for Tarremngower Prison, some of your duties will include:

• Supervising and controling prisoner workers employed in the maintenance area
• In collaboration with the Facility Manager, being responsible for the efficient and effective management of the maintenance of the Prison
• Providing maintenance support to the prison facility, including diagnostic advice regarding buildings, facilities, plant, and equipment across the site.

To learn more about this role before applying, please read the attached position description.About You:As our ideal candidate, you will possess:

• Computer Skills - Effectively use departmental computer systems for basic word processing, email, appointment scheduling, and internet and intranet functions
• Equipment/Infrastructure Maintenance - Performing routine maintenance on equipment or infrastructure and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed
• Good knowledge and understanding of OH&S.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Completion of the Prison Officer Pre-service Training.
• Prior to commencement you will be required to obtain a current Statement of Attainment for the First Aid unit HLTAIDOO3 Provide First Aid.

How to Apply:Please click the Apply button on this advertisement. Applications should include a resume and covering letter. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include reference checks, national police checks and misconduct screening. Dependant on the role, other checks may include VicRoads checks, drivers licence checks, medical checks, Working with Children Checks, and Declaration of Private Interests (for executive and responsible officer roles).If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.FOR INTERNAL VPS EMPLOYEES:

• For this particular vacancy, priority consideration applies to Victorian Public Service (VPS) and select employees of the Victorian Public Sector who apply through the Jobs Skills Exchange (JSE) jobs board platform.
• For all VPS employees, due to the new Jobs Skills Exchange (JSE) policy, please apply through the JSE to be eligible to be considered for this position in the first round.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:CHILD SAFE STATEMENT OF COMMITMENT:The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse and inequality. Children and young people's rights, relationships, identity, and culture must be recognised and respected, their voices heard, and their concerns acted upon. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work.