Instructor - Auckland Region Prison

Corrections; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 82,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Corrections’ Auckland Region Prison is seeking an Instructor to supervise and deliver practical and vocational training in grounds maintenance and horticulture.

You will work with a tight-knit team, manage movements, data, and orders, while building relationships with internal and external stakeholders. The role offers development and a stable public service career.

Applicants should have NZQA 4098 assessor qualification or be enrolled, strong communication, and a Class 2 licence preferred.

Qualifications

• NZQA 4098 assessor qualification or enrollment in progress.
• Computer literacy and experience using Cobra, SAP and Microsoft Office documents.
• Experience in Grounds Maintenance/Horticulture.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision, practical and vocational training within grounds maintenance and horticulture.
• Oversee movements, data management, order processing.
• Provide industry training to people in prison.
• Collaborate with external stakeholders and other prisons.
• Develop relationships with internal and external stakeholders; follow instructor guidance.

Skills

Strong communication & interpersonal

Grounds maintenance/horticulture

Time management & reliability

NZ Class 2 licence advantageous

Education

NZQA 4098 assessor qualification or enrolled to complete

Tools

Cobra

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

# Instructor - Auckland Region Prison## About this role* Full-time, permanent opportunity at Auckland Region Prison* Help people in prison build confidence and skills for future employment* Help create safer communities by supporting reintegration through work*'Kotahi anō te kaupapa, ko te oranga o te iwi' – ‘There is only one purpose to our work: the wellness and wellbeing of our people.***Mō te tūnga | About the role**Are you looking for a challenging position within an environment that will stretch your skills, offer you opportunities for development and growth, and provide personal satisfaction?Prison Industries provide people in prison with meaningful engagement and equip them with valuable work experience and skills for the future. They are an important part of working towards reintegration and can increase chances of obtaining successful employment on release. Industries are also critical in providing essential services for the operation of the prison.As an Instructor at Auckland Region Prison you will provide supervision, practical and vocational training within grounds maintenance and horticulture This involves overseeing and supervising movements, data management, order processing, and providing industry training to people in prison. In this role you will be working as part of a tight knit team, supporting and taking guidance from experienced Instructors. This will see you working alongside external stakeholders and other prisons, therefore the development of effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders is key.The hours of work will be on a standard shift basis of 80 hours per fortnight, Monday to Friday, between the hours of 07:00hrs – 15:00hrs. This role will require flexibility to assist in other industries if, or when required.**Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience**We would like to hear from you if you possess:* Strong communication and interpersonal skills* A NZQA 4098 assessor qualification (or be enrolled to complete)* Computer literacy and experience using Cobra, SAP and Microsoft documents.* Experience in Grounds Maintenance/Horticulture* The ability to fulfil the physical demands of the role.* Excellent time management skills and a record of reliability* A strong commitment to workplace health and safety* A Class 2 licence would be advantageous.**Ngā painga | The benefits**The starting salary for this role will be $82,494 per annum. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role. Once in the role, there are opportunities to increase your salary over time up to $92,129.**Mō mātou | About us**Join Ara Poutama Aotearoa - Department of Corrections, where your work will contribute to improving public safety, reducing re-offending, and address the overrepresentation of Māori in correctional facilities. As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship), and whānau (relationships) to guide our work and achieve the goals of our Hōkai Rangi strategy.We value inclusion and diversity in our workforce, and as a Public Service organisation we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the public we serve. We strive to make our recruitment process fair, and we encourage you to discuss reasonable accommodations with us if required.**Tono ināianei | Apply Now**To submit an application and view the position description, click the apply link. All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency – applications received via email will not be considered.When applying, submit a tailored **CV and a cover letter** describing your motivation for joining the department highlighting relevant skills and experience and the alignment to our work.**Applications close on: 19 November 2026****We are not accepting applications via recruitment agencies for this role. Unsolicited CVs submitted by agencies will not be accepted and no agency fees will apply.**## Job details| | || --- | --- || Job reference: | APA/1953034 || Location: | Auckland (Tāmaki Makaurau) || Date posted: | 04-Nov-2026 || Application close date: | 19-Nov-2026 || Attachments: | Instructor - Job\\_Description\\_.pdf (PDF, 358KB)Position Description |