Correctional Officer

OverviewJoin us at Serco as a Correctional's Officer in South Australia.About the organisationSerco is a place where you can growJoin a team of 12,000+ professionals across Asia Pacific (APAC) and experience a place of challenge, opportunity, and reward. We offer flexibility and a supportive work culture to help you thrive at every stage of your life and career, including: Comprehensive training and career development opportunitiesA supportive and inclusive workplace culturePotential to earn up to $80,000 p.a. (including overtime and penalties) plus superannuationPublic holiday rate from $62 to $70 per hour, Sunday from $49 to $56 per hour and Saturday from $37 to $42 per hour.Enjoy 5 weeks annual leavePaid on the job training, including Cert IIIUniforms, meals and limited onsite parking providedAccess 24/7 medical, mental health support, and flexible salary packagingThe roleAs a Correctional Officer at the Adelaide Remand Centre, you’ll be actively providing prisoner safety protection and support through dynamic monitoring and respectful engagement while also ensuring the security of the facility. You’ll join a multidisciplinary team to provide best practice prisoner intake, assessment, and induction processes. You will support the prisoner transitioning into the SA prison system or release into the community.As a Correctional Officer, you’ll make a difference by:                                      Ensuring facility safety and security through dynamic monitoring and compliance protocolsSupporting a culturally sensitive environment and respecting diversity Supervising daily prisoner activities and management regimesParticipating in prisoner intake, transfer, and discharge processesBeing a member of the multi-disciplinary team that provides health, mental health and case management servicesResponding to incidents with professionalism and adhering to de-escalation procedures Promoting prisoner reintegration into the community and ensuring contact with family, community and cultural supports and legal assistanceSkills and experienceSerco is a place for you                                                                                 If you have the passion, integrity, and determination to create a positive impact, you’re exactly who we’re looking for.No experience? That’s okay! We provide comprehensive training from day one to support your success.RequirementsTo succeed in this role, you’ll bring: Strong interpersonal and communication skills The ability to stay calm under pressure and resolve conflicts effectively An empathetic and respectful approach to working with colleagues, peers and prisoners from diverse backgroundsPhysical fitness to meet the demands of the role, including control and restraint training Integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to ethical behaviour A valid driver’s licence and the ability to obtain relevant clearances You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. If you like the look of the role and have any questions, feel free to contact Giuliana Lehman on Giuliana.lehman@serco-ap.com we’d love to hear from you.Please note:This position carries trust and responsibility. To support this, a comprehensive probity assessment, including a Police Check, is a key part of the selection process for this role.Job detailsVacancies: 1