Correctional Officer

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Get job satisfaction in a lifestyle role where you can really make a difference!

All you need to be a successful candidate is the right attitude and personal attributes!

GEO will provide full training (with pay) to successful candidates!

Potential for Full-Time, Part-Time or Casual roles in Fulham VIC

About the Role

Playing a significant role in ensuring the safety and security of your Centre, as well as in the rehabilitation and reintegration of offenders, you will:

• Handle a Case Management portfolio of offenders assigned to you, providing first-line support in addressing their offending behaviour
• Support and collaborate with the Centre's multidisciplinary team including Clinicians, Health and Mental Health staff, and Alliance Partners
• Conduct daily head counts and search for contraband
• Escort offenders to appointments, including hospital visits and court appearances
• Manage the visitors area of the prison and oversee offenders' visitation sessions
• Conduct perimeter searches and control access of people in and out of the facility

Most shifts are 12 hours, offering an excellent work-life balance. The facility operates 24/7, so you will work a mix of day, night, public holiday, and weekend shifts once trained.

About Your Skills and Experience

No previous experience or specific qualifications are required. We value life experience, resilience, and maturity. We will provide extensive training and support, but look for candidates who:

• Are self-confident and calm under pressure
• Have conflict management and problem-solving skills
• Can think on their feet and take initiative
• Follow rules, policies, and procedures
• Demonstrate professionalism and integrity
• Are physically fit (especially musculoskeletal)
• Show empathy, emotional intelligence, and cultural awareness
• Work effectively in a team

Mandatory Requirements

To gain employment, you must:

• Be an Australian or New Zealand Citizen, or a Permanent Resident of Australia
• Hold a valid, unrestricted Driver's Licence for your State
• Be able to obtain a satisfactory national security clearance

About the Training

GEO, as a Registered Training Provider (number 3570), offers nationally accredited training programs.

All new Correctional Officers complete a full-time, paid 8-week training course and work toward a Certificate III in Correctional Practice (CSC30122).

The 8-week pre-service course starts on Monday, 8 September 2025, and graduates on Friday, 31 October 2025. Successful applicants will be notified at least 4 weeks prior. Attendance for the entire course is required, with some weekend work due to training nature.

Remuneration

The starting trainee rate is $33.86 per hour during training. Upon course completion, the casual rate is $47.03 per hour. Full-time employment offers a base salary of approximately $82,174, with potential earnings increase through additional shifts or overtime, aligned with the Enterprise Agreement.

About GEO

Fulham Correctional Centre, part of The GEO Group in Australia, is a leading provider of privately managed correctional services in Victoria, located near Sale, regional Victoria.

Benefits

We offer job security, a safe working environment, excellent training, and competitive pay, along with benefits such as:

• Ongoing paid training
• GEO-sponsored study opportunities
• Work/life balance
• On-site cafeteria and subsidised meals
• Confidential Employee Assistance Program
• Paid parental leave
• Uniform and footwear provided
• Free secure parking
• Fitness Passport for subsidised gym memberships