Corrections Officer — Build Safer Communities (24/7)

New Zealand Government; Waikato; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

On-site gym

5 weeks annual leave

Shift allowance

Job summary

Corrections Officers work inside our prisons, ensuring the security and wellbeing of people serving sentences or on remand. They induct people into their unit, help them navigate life in prison, and supervise daily routines.

By being prosocial role models, officers contribute to safer communities and ongoing professional development. The role is based at Waikeria Prison with a fully paid training programme, rostered shifts, and a pathway to national qualifications in Offender Management.

Qualifications

• Solid interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate clearly.
• Operate with high levels of integrity.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically.
• Can operate effectively in a culturally diverse setting and have an understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
• Be able to work rostered shifts across a 24/7 pattern including weekends and public holidays.
• You must have the legal right to work in New Zealand or a Work Visa with at least 24 months remaining.

Responsibilities

• Induct people into their unit, helping them to navigate life in prison and supervising daily routines.
• Contribute to the security and wellbeing of people serving sentences or on remand.
• Act as a prosocial role model to support change and community safety.
• Engage in ongoing training and professional development across units and sites.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Integrity

Problem-solving

Critical thinking

Cultural awareness

Job description

Corrections Officers work inside our prisons, ensuring the security and wellbeing of people serving sentences or on remand. They induct people into their unit, help them navigate life in prison, and supervise daily routines.

By being prosocial role models, officers contribute to safer communities and ongoing professional development. The role is based at Waikeria Prison with a fully paid training programme, rostered shifts, and a pathway to national qualifications in Offender Management.