Ventia
Custody Officer
Do you have resilience, maturity, compassion, and empathy?
As part of our on-going contract with the Department of Justice, we are seeking Custody Officers to join our team based in Perth WA. Whether you come with or without previous experience in a similar role, we will provide you with a fully paid comprehensive 6-week training period to ensure you are fully equipped with the skills and experience required to succeed in your new role at Ventia.
First Nations People and Defence Force Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply for this role.
About the role:
The role of a Custody Officer involves providing a safe and secure environment for People in Custody (or PIC’s for short), ensuring their welfare needs are met and always maintaining a safe, professional and respectful approach.
Duties will vary dependent on your location and may include:
- Managing PIC’s within prisons, lockups and court environments and during transportation
- Providing a safe and secure environment for PIC’s, staff and other members of the public
- Responding to incidents appropriately in accordance with policies and procedures
- Performing walking and mobile patrols of designated areas
- Interacting with partner agencies and maintaining accurate records
- Communicating with influence balanced with compassion and empathy
- Demonstrating a fair and unbiased approach to PIC’s at all times
Training:
Our next training course commences on 2nd October 2023
- Comprehensive 6-week (paid) training course delivered by industry experts
- Course graduates continue learning on the job and complete a nationally recognised qualification Certificate III in Correctional Practice (Custodial) within the first twelve months
Benefits:
- Job Security working on our ongoing long-term contract as a permanent full-time employee
- Get paid whilst you obtain a nationally recognised qualification
- Course graduates earn $29.53ph + super/entitlements/overtime ($27.35ph during training)
- Supplied uniform
- Excellent promotion and career development opportunities
What you need:
- Hold full working rights to work in Australia is essential
- Availability to attend the entire 6-week training course in Perth commencing 2nd October 2023
- Valid Manual Driving Licence - PTD authorisation and/or HR or MR licence - highly desirable
- Requirement to successfully fulfil several associated pre-employment checks, including a national police check and pre-employment medical including a drug & alcohol test
If you enjoy a challenge and would like to take the first step towards an interesting and rewarding career with Ventia then APPLY NOW
Position Reference Number: 154344
** Shortlisted candidates will be contacted **