Division: Corrective Services NSW
Location: Bathurst, NSW, AU, 2795
Req ID: 70082
Correctional Officer - Bathurst Correctional Centre
About the role
Correctional Officers play a positive role in keeping the community safe and helping offenders find ways to improve their lives. We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of integrity, respect and professionalism.
To support a broad range of people in custody, our workforce needs to be equally diverse. We also encourage applications from women and Aboriginal Peoples who would like to join our inclusive organisation.
What will you do?
Correctional Officers work within a supportive team environment on a 24/7 rotating roster system where no two shifts are the same. They are required to interact with inmates and ensure the safety and security of the facility by undertaking searches, monitoring behaviours and communicating effectively.
What's in it for you?
Get prepared with a 12-week paid training course
Nationally recognised qualification of Certificate III in Correctional Practice
Career development into specialised roles
Keep fit with a Fitness Passport
Get a tax break with a Novated car lease
Additional study leave for further development
What do you need to apply?
An up-to-date resume (max. 2 pages) and cover letter (max. 1 page)
Answer all questions on the online application form accurately and honestly
Australia or New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident
Willing to complete Certificate III in Correctional Practice.
Meet the medical standards to be a correctional officer and have reasonable level of fitness.
No visible inappropriate or offensive tattoos - Please refer to the dress manual for further information on what is deemed prohibited.
Need help with your application?
If you need help with your application or require a recruitment adjustment, email Talent Acquisition, or speak to one of our advisors on 1800 810 316 (option 1) and inform us of your preferred method of communication.
Alternatively, you can reach out to Amanda Richardson via ****** or 02 8688 2861
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 Peoples, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers and other diversity groups.
Visit our careers site for more information about Inclusion & Diversity.
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