Overview
Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: $79,122 - $90,989
Grade: YJW 2
Occupation: Prison and corrective services
Location: Loddon Mallee - Macedon Ranges
Reference: DJCS/YJIOFEB26
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
We are proud of the important work we do across Victoria. Want to be part of it?
* Train young people in horticulture, hospitality or warehousing inside a youth justice setting.
* Be an important part of a young person's structure and routine, helping them make positive changes.
* Guide them to build skills that help them find work after release.
* Ongoing role earning $79,122 - $90,989 + super.
What you will do
As an industry officer at Malmsbury Youth Justice Precinct, you will support young people to build work skills, routines and confidence. You will do this in a safe, structured custodial environment with strong team support.
You will:
* train and supervise young people in industries, vocational training and work programs
* coach young people through daily routines, teamwork and positive behaviour.
* role-model respectful relationships and pro-social behaviour
* maintain safety through searches, supervision and dynamic risk assessment.
Our Industries team work on rostered shifts which will include some nights and weekends.
About you
We're looking for people with experience in horticulture, hospitality or warehousing to grow Malmsbury as a centre for education, enabling young people to find meaningful work when they return to the community. You must hold, or be willing to obtain, required clearances before starting. This includes a Working with Children Check and first aid qualification. You will also complete a fully funded Certificate IV in Youth Justice as part of your role.
You should also have:
* relevant industry or trade experience, with strong safety knowledge
* the ability to teach safe use of tools, machinery and equipment
* confidence using computer systems for records and reporting
* a collaborative approach and respect for diverse backgrounds.
To learn more about this role, please read the position description. If you have any further questions, feel free to email Stuart Berryman at
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (Aboriginal) people are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about our Aboriginal workforce strategy at
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.
Applications close Sunday 1 March 2026 at 11.59pm
Posted
13 February 2026