Tradesperson - Lithgow Correctional Centre

NSW Department of Communities and Justice; Bathurst; On-site; AUD 88,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

NSW Department of Communities and Justice is seeking a Tradesperson – Various Trades to lead and mentor inmates at Lithgow Correctional Centre. The role combines hands-on trade work with leadership to support rehabilitation and future employment opportunities.

You will coordinate daily operations, ensure safety and quality standards, and contribute to programs preparing inmates for successful reintegration into the community. Lithgow location, full-time, with competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Minimum Cert III in Warehousing, Logistics, Food, Construction, Horticulture, Textiles or Maintenance.
• Certificate III in Correctional Practice or willing to obtain within 12 months.
• Current NSW Drivers Licence and willing to drive for the role.
• Ability to work across multiple trades as required and set out by CSNSW.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and supervise inmates, passing on trade skills to build confidence for employment after release.
• Lead hands-on trade work while providing leadership and coaching.
• Deliver on-the-job training to prepare inmates for employment and reintegration.
• Manage workshop, tools, equipment and resources to meet WHS and quality standards.

Skills

Drivers Licence

Education

Certificate III in Correctional Practice

Job description

Tradesperson – Various Trades Corrective Services NSW Lithgow, NSW Location: Lithgow Correctional Centre Employment type: Ongoing, Full Time, Monday to Friday 8am-4pm Salary: $97,285 pa + Incidental Allowance + Leave Loading + Superannuation If you are qualified and experienced tradesperson in any of the following trades: Warehousing and Logistics, Food Services, Commercial Cookery, Construction, Horticulture, Textiles or Maintenance then Corrective Services NSW would love to hear from you!

Your Role:

As a Trade Overseer, you'll lead, mentor and motivate inmates in a dynamic team environment, helping them develop practical trade and workplace skills that support successful rehabilitation and future employment opportunities. You'll coordinate daily operations to deliver high-quality commercial outcomes, drive productivity and efficiency, and ensure compliance with Workplace Health and Safety, Quality Management and customer service standards. This is a rewarding opportunity to combine your trade expertise with leadership, making a genuine difference in the lives of others while contributing to the success of Corrective Services NSW.

What you’ll do:

• Lead by example by mentoring and supervising inmates, passing on your trade skills and helping them build the confidence and experience needed for employment after release.
• Use your trade expertise to make a real difference, supporting rehabilitation while working in a role that combines hands-on trade work with leadership and coaching.
• Help develop the next generation of skilled workers by delivering practical, on-the-job training and contributing to programs that prepare inmates for successful employment and reintegration into the community.
• Take ownership of your workshop, managing tools, equipment and resources while maintaining a safe, well-organised workplace that meets Work Health and Safety and quality standards.

Why work and live in Lithgow?

Live and work in Lithgow, where career opportunity meets an affordable regional lifestyle. Enjoy stunning mountain scenery, outdoor adventures and a strong local community, all while building a rewarding career with Corrective Services NSW.

What you’ll bring:

• Relevant trade qualifications: Minimum Cert III in any of the following trades: Warehousing, Logistics, Food related, Construction, Horticulture, Textiles or Maintenance and have proven trade experience
• Certificate III in Correctional Practice or willing to obtain within 12 Months
• Current NSW Drivers Licence and preparedness to drive a vehicle while performing the role
• Ability to work across various trades as required and set out by CSNSW
• Ability to work in high volume/output environment
• Experience which demonstrates the ability to meet the key accountabilities and focus capabilities as detailed in the role description

What We Offer

• A challenging and rewarding career
• Flexible, autonomous work environment
• Competitive pay and conditions
• Training and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities
• Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs.

We do work that really matters

Working for Corrective Services NSW provides lots of opportunities to make a real difference. We collaborate with other agencies and community partners, to improve lives and realise the potential of children, adults, families and communities. We're focused on breaking, rather than managing, disadvantage. It's work that really matters.

Applications close 11:59pm, Monday 9th November 2026

Got a question? For more information about the role or what it’s like to work for DCJ, please contact the hiring manager Neil Backhouse via [e-mail] If you’ve got a question about applying or would benefit from an adjustment in the recruitment process to help you perform at your best, please contact Jessica Genovese via [e-mail]

Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit We continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds. This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers and other diversity groups.

Other Information

A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.

Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.