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OverviewAn exciting opportunity exists for a Part-Time (Fixed-Task) Maintenance & Trade Officer to join The GEO Group Australia''s Facilities Asset Team. Reporting to the Facilities Asset Manager, the Maintenance & Trade Officer provides a pro-active maintenance service that is aligned to the schedules, targets and standards of Fulham Correctional Centre.Annual Salary of $40,867.64 plus superannuation is on offer.Key AccountabilitiesTo ensure that the work party operates within the security policies of Corrections Victoria and GEOTo provide a pro-active maintenance service that is aligned to the schedules, targets and standards of Fulham Correctional CentreTo ensure that the work party operates in accordance with Victorian State legislation and local Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) policiesPerformance Standards:Security: Control of tools, materials and substances; Movement control and supervision of prisoners; Reporting incidents and informationTargets: Provide 30 hours of meaningful activity per allocated prisoner/week; Provide control of stock, raw materials, tools and equipment; Maximize maintenance outcomes, as agreed by the Facilities Asset Manager, through effective and coordinated use of resources; To ensure quality of work is to a standard that would withstand scrutiny from external agencies; Monitor and maintain prisoner work standards and ensure that prisoner earnings are paid commensurate with performance and policies; Contribute to the development of maintenance schedulesOH&S: To provide training, information, instruction and supervision to prisoners in accordance with the OH&S Act 2004 and the OH&S Regulations 2007, including Safe Work Practices, Job Safety Analysis and risk assessment; Ensure that the safety instruction and training delivered to prisoners is recorded appropriately and is up to date; Complete accident, incident and near miss documentation correctly and in a timely manner in accordance with GEO policies and proceduresGeneral: Liaise with the Project & Asset Coordinator and Maintenance ASO with regards to timely ordering of materials and equipment; Coordinate and facilitate the movement of goods to and from the work area to nominated locations; Provide relief in other vocational service areas if appropriate to skills as detailed by the Facilities Asset ManagerSkills & ExperienceIn order to succeed in the role, you will possess the following:A Trade qualification and/or relevant experience, preferably with some Supervisory backgroundAbility to manage a work party, work to schedules and contribute to team plans and to achieve outcomesDemonstrated ability to participate in, lead and facilitate a work group, lead by example, and establish and manage effective workplace relationships to achieve positive outcomesAbility to set and meet work priorities and delegate appropriately within a team to achieve outcomes within time framesDemonstrated knowledge and understanding of Occupational Health and Safety issues and responsibilities including the ability to comply with, and implement, the requirements of the relevant Act and RegulationsDemonstrated sound level of verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to negotiate and interact with people from varying social and ethnic backgroundsDemonstrated ability to solve problems creatively and make sound informed and accountable decisionsAbility to work in a correctional environment involving direct contact with prisonersAbility to complete quality inspections of the facilityOther duties that may be required based on the applicants skill setKnowledge and work skills across a broad range of trades in the Construction/Maintenance IndustryWho we areFulham Correctional Centre is part of The GEO Group Australia and is the leading provider of privately managed correctional services in NSW and Victoria. Fulham is located in regional Victoria near Sale and has been continually managed by GEO since opening in 1997. For more information, please visit geogroup.com.au.What we offerA safe working environmentFlexibilityAn opportunity to work in a progressive service delivery environmentContinuous skills and professional development opportunitiesSubsidised Gym Membership via Fitness Passport for a healthier lifestyleHow to applyPlease click the Apply Button on this advertisement to lodge an application.Applications must include a one-page cover letter and current resume.For any enquiries, or to discuss the position in more detail please contact a member of the Human Resources Team at Fulham Correctional Centre on (03) 5142 3800 or via email [emailprotected].Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are highly encouraged to applyWe are always looking for people to join our company who share the values that we stand for: INTEGRITY RESPECT ACCOUNTABLE AGILE INNOVATIVE #J-18808-Ljbffr