Department of Justice and Community Safety VIC – Melbourne Western Suburbs VIC
At the Department of Justice and Community Safety, we're looking for people who want to make a difference, take pride in their work, get things done, and are committed to making Victoria a safer place.
We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We recruit 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.
We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and recognise that children's rights must be respected, their views welcomed and valued, and their concerns acted upon.
* Join Victoria's Youth Justice Precinct at Cherry Creek.
* Become an integral part of our team, providing building maintenance services at the Youth Justice precincts.
* Contribute to improving the outcomes of young people's futures.
The Department of Justice and Community Safety (Youth Justice) is responsible for the statutory supervision of young people in the criminal justice system in Victoria, focusing on prevention, diversion, and early intervention as the most effective, fiscally responsible ways of reducing youth crime. Youth Justice demonstrates the departmental values of serving the community, working together, acting with integrity, respecting others, and making it happen.
Youth justice custodial centres accommodate young people aged 12–18 years who have been remanded or sentenced by the Criminal Division of the Children's Court, and some 18–21 year olds sentenced by Adult Courts to a youth justice custodial centre.
Infrastructure Projects & Security Unit (IPSU) is responsible for facility maintenance and upkeep of the Parkville Youth Justice Precinct and Cherry Creek Youth Justice Precinct, including essential services, regulatory compliance, general maintenance repairs, ground maintenance, assets & equipment, security systems, fire systems, BMS and building systems, and delivering minor project works.
Opportunity
* Ongoing full‑time position based at the Cherry Creek Youth Justice Precinct, in Melbourne.
* VPS grade 3 role: $79,122 – $96,073 per year plus superannuation.
* Operate as part of a team to provide high‑level services such as carpentry, welding, and the installation and general maintenance of fittings, glazing, locks, etc., within the Youth Justice Custodial Services' infrastructure.
* Ensure that all works comply with the Building Code of Australia (BCA) and other OHS and building regulations and standards as required.
* Under direction, liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including tradespeople and suppliers, and accurately process the receipt of goods deliveries.
* Take initiative to recommend process and system improvements for the local work area.
To be successful in this role you will have:
* Experience in building inspection, problem resolution and cost estimation for general building and construction works within commercial parameters.
* Experience in building or maintenance repairs for general building and construction within a commercial or custodial environment.
* A current driver's licence.
You will be required to obtain a Working with Children Check (WWCC) to be maintained by the employee for the period of employment.
What's in it for you?
You will be working for the Department of Justice and Community Safety, an arm of the Victorian State Government and a recognised top employer of choice nationally. All staff work to the vision of a safe, just, innovative and thriving Victoria.
* Job stability – position as a member of the Victorian Public Service (VPS).
* A fair salary – enjoy great work conditions and salary‑sacrificing options.
* Transparent performance framework – approach your work with confidence in how you're tracking and working towards professional development plans agreed upon by you and your manager.
* Generous leave entitlements – provisions for many forms of leave, including personal, parental, carer, study, cultural, compassionate, and sick leave.
* Employee Assistance Program support – you are encouraged to use this short‑term, confidential counselling service if you're experiencing emotional stress, relationship problems, conflict with others, or personal issues. It is also available for financial counselling and retirement planning.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
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For Aboriginal Designated and Prioritised positions, a Certificate of Aboriginality (CoA) will be required prior to an offer of employment being made.
We want to make sure all Victorians feel represented by the department's work. We welcome people of any gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability and cultural background, and are committed to the Victorian Government's promise to increase the number of veterans working in the public sector.
We're proud of our individual differences. We're proud of the many languages we speak and the stories we can share with each other. We hope you will share your story too.
If this sounds like a compelling job that you believe your skills would be a great match for, please APPLY NOW. Applications close 11.59pm, Wednesday 10th December 2025.
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 environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work.
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