At GEO, we are more than correctional services. We are leaders in rehabilitation and reintegration, driven by our values of Integrity, Respect, Accountability, Agility, and Innovation.

Ravenhall Correctional Centre, is a state-of-the-art facility where our unique Continuum of Care model extends into the community, ensuring ongoing support through GEO’s Community Reintegration Centre.

What You Will Do

As a Trade Instructor, you will work in the Vocational Services team and use your trade expertise to make a real difference. Your primary duties and responsibilities will include:
Deliver hands-on trade training and ensure prisoners are inducted and competent in the safe use of equipment.
Develop and review training plans for industry plant and equipment.
Supervise production processes, manage quality control, and meet client specifications.
Promote and maintain OH&S; compliance in line with ISO 45001 standards.
Participate in case management by recording engagement and progress.
Conduct staff inductions, refresher training, and attend relevant meetings.
Maximise training opportunities through collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.




Report incidents and security breaches in accordance with regulations.
Support employment pathways for prisoners and assist with vehicle movements when required.
Ensure compliance with company policies and governance standards.

Is This You? Your Essential Skills for Success
Trade Expertise: Relevant qualifications and hands-on experience in timber work.
Training & Supervision Skills: Ability to mentor and instruct in a fair, skilled manner.
Production Knowledge: Experience managing targets, deadlines, inventory, and quality control.
Safety Focus: Strong understanding of OH&S; requirements and protected work practices.
Communication Skills: Ability to engage and negotiate with diverse groups effectively.
Problem-Solving: Capacity to apply creative solutions and initiate improvements.
Technical Ability: Competence in operating a range of machinery and equipment.

Desirable: Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, First Aid certification, and correctional industry experience.

For more information about this chance, please view the Position Description

If you have experience in Timber, we would love to hear from you!

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