At the Department of Justice and Community Safety, we are looking for people who want to make a difference. People who take pride in their work. People who get things done. People who are committed to making Victoria a safer place.

We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We’re all about recruiting the best people, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation or cultural background. If you think you can do the job and would be a good fit for our department, we’d love to hear from you.

The department is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and recognises that children’s rights need to be respected, their views welcomed and valued, and their concerns taken seriously and acted upon.

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.

For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit justice.vic.gov.au/careers

We are proud of the important work we do across Victoria. Want to be part of it?

Use your skills gained in hospitality or warehousing roles to help young people change their lives for the better.

- Meaningful work guiding young people through work, routine and skill building.
- Join a diverse and supportive team and complete a funded Certificate IV in Youth Justice.
- People with any previous experience working with young people encouraged to apply.
- Ongoing, full-time role earning $81,489 to $93,719 per year, plus super.

What you will do

Industry officers help young people in custody develop practical job skills that can help them find work when they return to the community.



Meaningful employment can provide stability and lower their risk of reoffending.

This is your chance to bring your hospitality or warehousing experience to a role where people skills matter every day. Your knowledge, experience, patience and care will help young people who need structure and clear guidance in their lives.

This is important work that could have a genuine impact on the future of the young people you work with.

You will also be joining a supportive team that values respect, inclusion and good judgement

You will:

- work across hospitality and warehousing (as well as horticulture at times) in a secure youth justice custodial setting
- plan and run daily industry activities across all 3 areas, with a strong focus on practical learning
- train and supervise young people in safe work tasks, tools, machinery and equipment
- support young people with routines, living skills and positive behaviour each day
- help young people get ready for work after release through training, coaching and structured programs
- maintain secure work areas, complete searches and follow safety and security requirements.

About you

We are seeking someone with a trade qualification and/or experience in hospitality or warehousing. You will also complete a funded Certificate IV in Youth Justice as part of the role.

You should also have:

- calm judgement, clear communication and the resilience to work in a secure setting




- some experience working or volunteering with young people, especially young people with challenging behaviours
- good computer skills and a genuine commitment to inclusion, teamwork and safe practice.

To learn even more about this role, please read the position description. If you have any further questions, feel free to email Sarah Upputholla at .

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (Aboriginal) people are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about our Aboriginal workforce strategy.

How to apply

Please 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 INFORMATION:

Child 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 workplace for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work.

📌 Industry Officer - Warehousing or hospitality (Wollongong)
🏢 Department Of Justice And Community Safety
📍 Wollongong