Industry Supervisor: Prison Production Leader (Full-Time)

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

Job summary

The Department of Justice and Community Safety VIC – Mildura invites applications for an Industry Supervisor at Loddon Prison Precinct. You will lead prison industry operations, ensure safe, productive performance and coach staff and people in custody to participate in employment and training opportunities.

Working with the Industry Manager, you will oversee production, stock control, procurement and quality assurance while upholding safety and rehabilitation goals in a secure environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising operations within a trade, manufacturing, logistics, warehouse, production or service delivery environment.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to develop, motivate and support staff and people in custody.
• Sound knowledge of workplace health and safety practices and experience maintaining safe operating environments.
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to build productive relationships and manage challenging situations.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to balance operational priorities, achieve results and maintain accurate records.
• Confidence using technology and business systems, including Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn internal systems.

Responsibilities

• Leading and supporting Industry Officers to deliver safe, productive and efficient industry operations aligned with commercial production targets and operational requirements.
• Supervising prison industry activities, including stock control, procurement, supplier relationships, financial records and quality assurance processes.
• Coaching, mentoring and motivating people in custody to participate in employment and training opportunities that support rehabilitation and future employment pathways.
• Monitoring workplace safety, security and compliance with occupational health and safety requirements, industry procedures and operational standards.
• Identifying opportunities for continuous improvement and implementing practical solutions to enhance service delivery, productivity and training outcomes.
• Supporting staff performance and capability through coaching, feedback and professional development.

Skills

Leadership

People management

WH&S knowledge

Communication

Organisational skills

Tech literacy

Education

Trade qualifications or industry certifications

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Department of Justice and Community Safety VIC – Mildura invites applications for an Industry Supervisor at Loddon Prison Precinct. You will lead prison industry operations, ensure safe, productive performance and coach staff and people in custody to participate in employment and training opportunities.

Working with the Industry Manager, you will oversee production, stock control, procurement and quality assurance while upholding safety and rehabilitation goals in a secure environment.