Industry Officer: Community Work Lead (Prison & Community)

Department of Justice and Community Safety VIC; Beechworth; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Justice and Community Safety VIC is seeking an Industry Officer - Community Work in Beechworth to supervise prison community work projects and lead prisoner crews. The role focuses on safety, mentoring and delivering constructive programs that improve employability for inmates.

The position emphasizes collaboration with internal and external partners, adherence to procedures, and a commitment to rehabilitation and community safety.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising teams in community work, outdoor operations or similar operational environments.
• Ability to motivate, coach and support people from diverse backgrounds while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage priorities and respond to situations.
• Commitment to workplace safety, security and compliance, with the ability to implement safe systems of work.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support people in prison undertaking community work projects and activities that contribute to local communities and public spaces.
• Lead prisoner work crews at external sites and inside the facility, ensuring safe and professional completion of tasks.
• Provide on-the-job coaching, mentoring and skills development to support rehabilitation and reintegration.
• Maintain compliance with safety procedures, tool control and relevant policies.
• Build effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to improve programs and outcomes.

Skills

Team supervision

Communication

Safety compliance

Microsoft Office

Stakeholder engagement

Rehabilitation support

Education

Prison Officer Pre-service Training

Tools

Oracle

PIMS

e-Justice

Centurion

Job description

The Department of Justice and Community Safety VIC is seeking an Industry Officer - Community Work in Beechworth to supervise prison community work projects and lead prisoner crews. The role focuses on safety, mentoring and delivering constructive programs that improve employability for inmates.

The position emphasizes collaboration with internal and external partners, adherence to procedures, and a commitment to rehabilitation and community safety.