Description:
This is a fixed term, full time vacancy available for 3 years, with the possibility of extension subject to business requirements
Currently, there is one fixed term contract available for immediate filling
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Banksia Hill Detention Centre (the Centre) is Western Australia’s only facility for sentenced and remanded young people aged between 10–18 years old. The Centre is directly responsible for ensuring the safety and security of young people in custody, in alignment with the principles outlined in the Young Offenders Act 1994 and Young Offender Regulations 1995 . In July 2022, Unit 18 – Youth Detention Centre was gazetted as a Youth Detention Centre located at Casuarina Prison with the same responsibilities and aligning with the principles adhered to at Banksia Hill Detention Centre.
The Facilities Manager, in partnership with the Superintendent and the Senior Management Team, provides strategic leadership for the development and delivery of maintenance services, while managing the facility functions of Unit 18 Detention Centre.
BENEFITS AND OPPORTUNITIES
- Flexible working arrangements
- Career pathway opportunities
- Learning and development opportunity programs
ABOUT JUSTICE
When you join the Department of Justice, you become part of a people-focused organisation, working hard to make our community a fairer and safer place to live. We offer many different employment opportunities in locations around Western Australia. You will have a chance to make a real difference to your local communities and to the lives of those you work with.
APPLICATION PROCESS
How to apply
Please ensure you review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for further information about the requirements of the position. This information will assist you with the preparation of your application.
For more information about the recruitment and selection process and other benefits, please refer to the Applicant Information Pack .
We require you to submit:
- A current comprehensive CV including the contact details of two referees and;
- A statement no more than two pages, addressing the following Job Related requirements and Role Specific Criteria :
Please provide examples to support your claims .
- The ability to manage the provision and allocation of human, financial, physical and technological resources to address strategic and operational needs and agreed outcomes
- Builds Productive Relationships
- Communicates and Influences Effectively
All remaining Job Related Requirements and/or Role Specific Criteria will be assessed at a later stage in the recruitment process.
ELIGIBILITY
In accordance with the National Child Safety Principles, people who work directly with children and young people, you must have a current Working with Children Check or be able to successfully apply for one to be eligible for appointment to this position.
EQUITY AND DIVERSITY
The Department of Justice is committed in building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We actively promote the employment of Aboriginal Australians, people with disability, youth, and other diversity groups. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.
Aboriginal job seekers may contact the Aboriginal Workforce Development Team on aboriginalworkforcedevelopment@justice.wa.gov.au or call (08) 9264 1700 for culturally appropriate application advice.
Applicants with disability requiring adjustment or accessibility requirements at any stage of the selection process can contact the hiring manager as listed under the ‘Further Information’ section or contact WorkforceDiversity@justice.wa.gov.au or call (08) 9264 1700 to for a confidential discussion.
Subsequent Vacancies
Applicants found suitable but not recommended for this vacancy, may be considered for subsequent similar vacancies in the Department of Justice for a period of twelve (12) months, in accordance with Part 5 (General Appointment) of the Commissioner's Instructions No. 2: Filling a Public Sector Vacancy and Commissioner’s Instructions No. 39: Interim Arrangements to Fill Public Sector Vacancies .
FOR FURTHER JOB-RELATED INFORMATION
If you would like further information regarding the position and/or vacancy please contact Marc O’Siochain, Superintendent on (08) 9411 5025 for a confidential discussion.
SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION
Applicants are requested to apply online. To submit your application, click the “Apply for Job” button at the bottom of this advertisement.
Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.
If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056 for assistance.
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