Prison Industry Supervisor: Lead Training & Production

Department of Justice and Community Safety, Victoria; Bridgewater on Loddon; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Justice and Community Safety, Victoria is seeking an Industry Supervisor to lead prison industry operations at Loddon Prison Precinct, delivering meaningful employment, training and skill development for people in custody.

The role oversees production and service delivery outcomes, supervises Industry Officers and collaborates with the Industry Manager to meet commercial, operational and safety requirements while supporting rehabilitation goals.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising operations in a trade/manufacturing/logistics/service delivery environment.
• Strong leadership 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

Coaching

Communication

Organisational skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Relevant trade qualifications &industry certifications

Prison Officer Pre-Service Training

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Department of Justice and Community Safety, Victoria is seeking an Industry Supervisor to lead prison industry operations at Loddon Prison Precinct, delivering meaningful employment, training and skill development for people in custody.

The role oversees production and service delivery outcomes, supervises Industry Officers and collaborates with the Industry Manager to meet commercial, operational and safety requirements while supporting rehabilitation goals.