Job Type: Ongoing - full time Category: Prison Officers Location: Geelong Date Advertised: 17-MAR-25 Job Reference: DJCS/WPINDOFF25 Job Title: Industry Officer Business Unit: Division: Summary: At the Department of Justice and Community Safety, we are looking for people who want to make a difference. People who take pride in their work. People who get things done. People who are committed to making Victoria a safer place. We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We’re all about recruiting the best people, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation or cultural background. If you think you can do the job and would be a good fit for our department, we’d love to hear from you. The department is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and recognises that children’s rights need to be respected, their views welcomed and valued, and their concerns taken seriously and acted upon. 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 more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit justice.vic.gov.au/careers We are proud of the important work we do across Victoria. Want to be part of it? Join a brand-new correctional facility in an ongoing full-time role Contribute to the effective and safe operation of prison industry areas at Western Plains Bring your trades or service experience and work with staff and people in custody employed in industry programs Help shape operations for the future of corrections Western Plains Correctional Centre (Western Plains) is Victoria's newest maximum-security correctional facility, designed to house up to 1,248 people in custody.   Western Plains is a multi-purpose facility that adapts to the evolving needs of Corrections Victoria. It features purpose-built modern amenities including medical wards, a cultural centre and vocational training facilities. It utilises cutting-edge technology to keep the facility secure, allowing staff to focus on supporting the rehabilitation of people in custody.   Western Plains will open mid-2025 and Corrections Victoria are now recruiting key roles to help shape the future operations of the facility.  About the role  Western Plains will operate several prison industries that provide services and products for the prison system as well as the public. People in custody at Western Plains will undertake employment in these industries during their sentence.    As the Industry Officer, you will contribute to the effective operation of a production or service industry within Western Plains. You will work with a team including staff and people in custody to achieve production goals and ensure high standards of safety and efficiency. You will coach, motivate and mentor prison workers to enhance their skills for successful employment post release. There are multiple positions available across several industries at Western Plains, including food service, laundry, warehouse, metal, metal fabrication, snap frozen production and grounds/environmental services. Upskill training is available to appropriate candidates upon the completion of pre-service training. You will:  manage stock, materials, and financial records  develop, implement and review industry processes maintain a positive working environment  ensure compliance with OHS and prison industry procedures.  By working at Western Plains as an industry officer, you will have the opportunity to work with brand new and cutting-edge technology that has been purposely procured for the facility. About you  We are looking for people with experience in a variety of trade and service industries. Qualifications are desirable but not required. Computer literacy and proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite is desirable. If you have skills, experience or knowledge within the following industry areas, we want to hear from you. metal fabrication  warehousing  powder coating  snap frozen foods  kitchen services  laundry services  environmental services.  You must be willing to complete Corrections Victoria pre-service training. Certificate III in Correctional Practice (Custodial) and Certificate IV in Training and Assessment is desirable but not required. Please apply via the Apply Now button. Submit a cover letter and recent resume that demonstrates your skills and experience relevant to the position.  The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include national police checks and misconduct screening. 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 our recruitment team.