Corrections Officer – Rimutaka Prison

Corrections Officers work inside our prisons and are responsible for ensuring the security and wellbeing of people serving sentences or on remand. They induct people into their unit, help them to navigate life in prison, and supervise daily routines. By being prosocial role models, our Corrections Officers also play a significant part in creating change and making our communities safer.

With different prisons, the role of a Corrections Officer varies including tasks across specialised units, security levels and site-specific activities. Some of our Officers work in specialised areas such as drug and alcohol treatment units, youth units, Pasifika units, Maori and tikanga focused units, mothers and babies units and special treatments units.

We are also able to offer:

• 5 weeks annual leave • $4000 shift allowance per annum, in addition to your salary • 11 week fully paid training programme • Clear pathway for career progression and continuous learning and development • Free parking and on-site gym facilities • A supportive team-environment • Rosters provided 12 months in advance so you can plan your leave • Health and well-being benefits including access to EAP, eye care benefits, health checks and more

If this sounds like you, apply now! Full training provided to the

Applications close 29 September

We are looking for a diverse range of candidates, from different cultures with varied backgrounds and experience. We are interested to hear from people who:

• Possess solid interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate clearly • Can operate with high levels of integrity • Have excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically • Can operate effectively in a culturally diverse setting and have an understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi • Be able to work rostered shifts across a 24/7 pattern including weekends and public holidays

You will need: • Have a full, clean New Zealand driver licence (or be eligible to obtain one) • a full disclosure criminal history check (clean slate does not apply) • pre-employment medical • physical • drug testing as a part of the recruitment process.