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Form of workThis is a permanent, full time vacancy
ABOUT THE ROLE
West Kimberley Regional Prison – Derby is a purpose-built prison designed specifically to meet the needs of Kimberley prisoners, male and female. In bringing about positive and lasting behavioural change it is recognised that the prison’s facilities, operational and service models must address the unique needs of Aboriginal offenders in relation to all aspects of Aboriginal disadvantage.
Derby is located in an isolated region in the Far North of Western Australia approx 220kms North East of Broome and 2500kms from Perth with the prison designed for, maximum, medium and minimum security rated prisoners having separate accommodation areas and services for men and women.
The Section 95 Officer coordinates and delivers reparation activities and programs in the community covering general construction, building maintenance, landscaping, conservation and land management to support prison operations. The position provides on the job instruction and supervision to prisoners who work in this area.
Please note that applicants must be female as a genuine occupational qualification in accordance with Section 27 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984.
BENEFITS AND OPPORTUNITIES
Regional employees may be eligible for regional specific benefits including:
- Remote District allowance of up to $14,820 p/a (conditions apply)
- Subsidised GROH Housing for eligible employees (conditions apply)
- Additional 1x week’s Annual Leave for travel
- Additional 1x week’s Annual Leave for remote location
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.
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.
For more information about the recruitment and selection process and other benefits, please refer to the Applicant Information Pack.
We require you to submit:
- A current comprehensive CV including the contact details of two referees
- A statement no more than two (2) A4 pages addressing your experience in the three following Job-Related Requirements.
Please provide examples to support your claims.
- Information and Knowledge management
- Interpersonal Skills
- Organisation and Resource Management
All remaining Job-Related Requirements will be assessed at a later stage in the recruitment process.
EQUITY AND DIVERSITY
The Department of Justice is committed in building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We actively promote the employment of Aboriginal Australians, people with disability, youth, and other diversity groups. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.
Aboriginal job seekers may contact the Aboriginal Workforce Development Team on ***************@justice.wa.gov.au or call (08) 9264 17***for culturally appropriate application advice.
Applicants with disability requiring adjustment or accessibility requirements at any stage of the selection process can contact the hiring manager as listed under the ‘Further Information’ section or contact ***************@justice.wa.gov.au or call (08) 9264 17***to for a confidential discussion.
ELIGIBILITY
- This is a Female specific role – only Female applicants will be eligible as a genuine occupational qualification as per Section 27 of the Equal Opportunity Act WA 1984.
- Possess a current valid Construction Induction Training accreditation (White Card)
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 No. 39: Interim Arrangements to Fill Public Sector Vacancies.
FOR FURTHER JOB-RELATED INFORMATION
If you would like further information regarding the position and/or vacancy please contact Courteney Perry – A/Business Manager on (08) 9161 60***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 on 1300 733 056 for assistance.
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