ACT Corrective Services (ACTCS) is seeking applications from highly motivated, experienced and suitably qualified individuals, to fill the role of Area Manager, Construction Security (CO3), within Custodial Operations. Working closely with Custodial Operations Senior Management team and other stakeholders, the Area Manager (Construction Security) plays a critical enabling role in ensuring capital works proceed in alignment with organisation objectives. This includes managing all aspects of construction site security, such as site access, safety, risk, and resource coordination, in a cost effective and efficient manner in accordance with legislation, policy, procedures, industry best practice and budgets. In addition, you will develop a staffing model proposal to enable the capital works to safely operate on site, recruiting and managing the proposed team that will support construction security activities, including the implementation of scheduling, rostering, and training/development, in addition to conducting performance assessments and providing feedback. The successful applicant will also support the operationalisation of upgraded infrastructure and equipment including but not limited to the creation and updating of documents, polices, procedures and staff training systems. Where appropriate, the role will involve, supervising, coaching, training, instructing and working with detainees on construction projects, including those with a history of serious crime, to develop their work skills in order to enhance post-release employment opportunities. To be successful, you will demonstrate exceptional communication and interpersonal skills in addition to leadership and management skills. You will also demonstrate a passion for people and a commitment to the promotion of a positive and rehabilitative culture and environment. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply. Eligibility/Other Requirements: Relevant custodial experience and Certificate III in Correctional Practice are essential. Current unrestricted Driver’s license is essential. Relevant qualifications in at least one of the following areas is desirable: Risk management Frontline management Community safety Security management Hold the following qualification or be able to obtain before on-site work commencement: Workplace Health and Safety Induction (White Card) or willingness to obtain; General Construction Induction Card ( White Card) Asbestos awareness card or a willingness to obtain - Asbestos Awareness Training and evidence of completion delivered by a Registered Training Organisation is required before commencement, for further information refer to: Asbestos Awareness Training - WorkSafe ACT (including Silica awareness sub-course). Senior first aid A current registration issued under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011 . For further information on Working with Vulnerable People registration refer to - Apply for or renew a WWVP registration - Access Canberra This position may require pre-employment psychological and medical testing and Police record check. Notes: This is a temporary position available for a period of 12 months with the possibility of extension up to 18 months. A merit pool may be established from this selection process. The roster that best fits the requirements of this specific position, will attract an 18% shift loading allowance, and a copy of the roster can be sought via the Contact Officer. The annual leave accrual for this specific roster will be at six weeks per annum. How to Apply: To apply, applicants are required to submit three items: A one-to-three-page written response addressing the Professional/Technical Skills and Knowledge and Behavioural Capabilities within the Position Description, having regard for the job requirements. A current curriculum vitae with the names and contact details of two referees (one should be a current Supervisor/Manager). A copy of your driver’s licence. Please ensure you submit all required items. Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below. LI-DNI Note This is a temporary position available for a period of 12 months with the possibility of extension up to 18 months.
