The MTC-Broadspectrum Joint Venture are currently seeking applications from Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people who are interested in a career in correctional services. Ventia is committed to increasing their Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander workforce within our local communities and supporting our first nations people by building long term employment and career progression. As part of the MTC - Broadspectrum family, we are one of the most diverse and inclusive employers. We promote flexible work options, a healthy work-life balance and sponsor several diversity and inclusion programs within our business.

We have positions available for Trainee Correctional Officers to work at the Parklea Correctional Centre on a full-time basis. Parklea offers you the chance to accelerate your career with other experienced officers. We provide ongoing access to training and development in leadership as you progress your career with us.

If you have the drive, desire, and passion to seek a role at Parklea Correctional Centre, then now is the time to strengthen your career by joining our team.

Who Are You?

Do you want a job in which you can make a difference?
Are you ready for the next step in a more challenging role?
Can you affect positive change through strong leadership?
Are you non-judgemental and committed to treating everyone with dignity and respect?
Do you remain calm in high pressure situations, demonstrate resilience and a positive mindset?
Are you good at working with people from a diverse range of backgrounds?
Do you possess good written and oral communication skills?

About the Role

As a Trainee Correctional Officer at PCC, you will undergo a 10-week training program that will give you the tools and knowledge to ensure the safety, security, and good order of the Centre. It will help deliver services that enable inmates to improve their lives and reintegrate successfully into our communities. You will also commence your Certificate III in Correctional Practise with ongoing training and support to assist you in finishing this qualification within 12 months. This is an industry recognised standard in corrections.

As a Trainee Correctional Officer, you will be committed to learning and working in a high-performing team. MTC-Broadspectrum will set you up for success by providing you with all the professional training required to fully undertake this role.

The full-time salary while training is $1,586 per fortnight. On completion of the training the starting salary is $63,412p.a rising to $71,192p.a as a Correctional Officer 3.

Minimum Requirements

To be successful in this role you will have:

Basic computer skills
A reasonable level of fitness to undertake the job which will include a pre-employment medical including drug & alcohol testing
Ability to work shift work including weekends, nights and Public Holidays
Ability to obtain and maintain State Clearances

What’s in it for You?

If successful you could be offered the following opportunities:

Targeted development and training opportunities
Certificate III in Correctional Practise
5 weeks paid holiday per year (full time shift workers)
Access to a free gym
Access to Employee Assistance Programme
Stable employment with a company with a long-term contract
Opportunity to develop a fulfilling career in which each day is different
Access to best practice corrections information and training via our international JV partner MTC

If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of and contribute towards, hit the apply now button.

Please submit a copy of your CV and also a cover letter. For more Information on this role please email our Indigenous employment team. iepi@broadspectrum.com

Ventia respectfully acknowledges Indigenous Australians both past and present as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the land on which we work.

We acknowledge the importance of our people’s diverse experiences, talents and cultures that they bring to work with them each day. Embracing Diversity and Creating Inclusion is a key component of our Talent Management Strategy. The creation of a Diverse and Inclusive workforce is central to our ability to unlock potential and enhance our success, creating a high-performance business.

Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Correction Officer Trainees

Ventia Sydney NSW 2000

Ventia

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