Custodial Unit Leader (Prison Supervisor)

Department of Justice and Community Safety VIC; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Justice and Community Safety VIC – Melbourne Western Suburbs invites applications for a Prison Supervisor at Metropolitan Remand Centre. You will lead a unit, mentor custodial staff and ensure safety and security for prisoners, staff and visitors in a high-security environment.

You will use strong decision-making, coaching, and stakeholder engagement to deliver service and rehabilitation outcomes.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership with the ability to coach and motivate a diverse team.
• Maturity, sound judgement and confidence in decision-making.
• Strong communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Proven experience in prison operations and policies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage staff to maintain the safety and security of prisoners, staff and visitors.
• Oversee day-to-day prison operations, including prisoner assessment, case management and service delivery.
• Support staff to maintain professional boundaries and comply with prison security and classification processes.
• Provide supervision, performance feedback and professional development to custodial staff.
• Contribute to the effective operation of the prison through knowledge of financial and human resource management requirements, including OH&S procedures.
• Provide guidance on staffing matters, including workload allocation and team-based responsibilities.
• Contribute to a safe, secure and rehabilitative environment for staff and prisoners.

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

Team motivation

Education

Completion of Prison Pre-Service Training

Job description

The Department of Justice and Community Safety VIC – Melbourne Western Suburbs invites applications for a Prison Supervisor at Metropolitan Remand Centre. You will lead a unit, mentor custodial staff and ensure safety and security for prisoners, staff and visitors in a high-security environment.

You will use strong decision-making, coaching, and stakeholder engagement to deliver service and rehabilitation outcomes.