Justice Officer Grounds & Services - Geelong AU — Columbus
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This role is not suitable for digital nomads or remote workers. As a Justice Officer, Grounds and Services, the position requires a full-time, on-site physical presence at a prison facility in or near Geelong, Victoria, Australia. Daily tasks such as grounds maintenance, operating delivery vehicles, managing laundry and stores, and supporting meals services are entirely location-dependent and cannot be performed remotely.
There are no flexible or async work arrangements mentioned. The role operates on fixed schedules within a secure correctional environment, which also involves security clearances and police checks — making it unsuitable for short-stay visa holders or transient workers.
Visa considerations: Applicants must hold a current Victorian driver's licence, implying permanent residency or Australian citizenship is effectively required for this government justice department role. Working holiday or tourist visas would not be appropriate here.
If you are a traveler or digital nomad seeking location-independent work in Australia, consider looking for roles in software development, content creation, customer support, or digital marketing instead, which are far more compatible with remote or nomadic lifestyles.
- Keep prison grounds, deliveries and daily services running safely.
- Work across grounds, meals, laundry, stores and property services.
- Use practical skills while working as part of a supportive team.
- Enjoy varied work that keeps you active and useful.
- Ongoing, full-time role earning $62,104 – $79,753 per year, plus super.
As Justice Officer, Grounds and Services, you will support daily prison services. You'll plan your work, maintain grounds and move items across the prison.
You Will- Care for tidy and safe grounds, including lawns, plants and walkways.
- Deliver items across the prison and keep to set schedules.
- Load, unload, check and operate light delivery vehicles safely.
- Help with meals, laundry, stores, property and minor maintenance tasks.
- Plan daily work so essential duties are completed on time.
You must hold a current Victorian driver's licence. Experience in maintenance or logistics is desirable, as is a forklift licence.
You Should Also Have- Delivery and logistics experience and an understanding of how to move items safely.
- Maintenance experience and the ability to operate light machinery and vehicles.
- Good driving skills, with a clean driving record and a careful approach to safety.
- Flexibility and teamwork, with respect for people from different backgrounds.
To learn even more about this role, please read the position description. If you have any further questions, feel free to email Timothy McPherson at [email protected].
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (Aboriginal) people are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about our Aboriginal workforce strategy.
How To ApplyPlease click the Apply button on this advertisement. Applications should include a resume and covering letter. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include national police checks and misconduct screening.
If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.
Important InformationChild safe statement of commitment
The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse and inequality. Children and young people's rights, relationships, identity, and culture must be recognised and respected, their voices heard, and their concerns acted upon. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work.
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