Join Corrections Victoria's security and emergency response unit

Multiple positions available across metro Melbourne and the Barwon South West region

Work with a high-performing and passionate team within the Department of Justice and Community Safety

Start at salary of $83,288, with additional 7.5% allowance plus penalty rates

Five weeks paid annual leave per year.

About the business unit

The Security and Emergency Services Group (SESG) provides security and emergency response services to Victoria's correctional system.

SESG oversees many portfolios, including emergency and incident response, high security person escorts, state-wide training services, barrier control, search and canine services and the management of firearms.

About the role

The Senior Prison Officer – SESG is responsible for providing security services to support Victoria's corrections system.

As a general duties member of SESG, you will:

Support SESG operational activities, including incident and emergency response and escorts.

Be part of a high-quality service that ensures the safety and security of people in custody, staff and visitors across Victoria's corrections system.

Participate in a range of security activities, including barrier control, searches, patrols, escorts, intelligence collection and more.

Contribute to a positive, safe and healthy workforce culture built on professional excellence, teamwork and safe work practices.

Operate various security equipment.

Investigate, collate and prepare reports.

You will also be required to work flexible hours – including every second weekend and some public holidays – and attend to urgent work as required.

To learn more about this role before applying, please read the attached position description.

About you

As an ideal candidate, you will possess:

Some understanding of SESG's operations and procedures or professional experience working in safety or security.

A standard of fitness or the ability to attain a level of fitness that would withstand the physical demands of the role.

A dedication to achieving high standards, working as part of a team.

A working knowledge of the full range of Microsoft Windows and MS Office application suite.

Eligibility

Australian or New Zealand citizen or Australian permanent resident

A full and current Victorian driver's licence, or a minimum P2 driver's licence

Prior to commencement you will be required to obtain a current Australian Statement of Attainment for the First Aid unit HLTAIDO11 Provide First Aid

All other required qualifications will be provided through SESG training.

Recruitment process

Candidates will be required to proceed through several recruitment stages to be successful. These include online and in person assessments, health and fitness assessments, verification checks and a five-day in person assessment in Ararat. Please click here to learn more about these stages.

How to apply

Please click the Apply now button to learn more. Please ensure you read all information before applying for the role.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

• The senior prison officer position is uniformed.

• There is a total smoking ban for all Victorian prisons; staff and prisoners cannot smoke or have tobacco-related products in any area of the prisons.

• Facial Hair Policy: All prison officers will be required to be clean shaven for the purposes of wearing, if required in an emergency, the donning of a breathing apparatus.