Department: Corrective Services NSW
Department/Agency:Location:
Junee, NSW, AU, 2663
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Req ID: 81195
Senior Trade Overseer - Facilities Maintenance – Electrical
Corrective Services NSW
Junee Correctional Centre
Location – Junee Correctional Centre
Employment Type – Ongoing, Full Time
Salary - $105,046 pa + Incidental Allowance + Superannuation + Leave Loading
What you’ll do
As part of this role, you will be required to provide leadership, guidance and mentorship to Overseers while supervising and supporting inmates through effective management, coaching, instruction and engagement to build capability and develop practical work skills.
You will be responsible for fostering a collaborative and productive team environment that enhances post-release employment opportunities and supports the achievement of Business Unit outcomes. Plan, coordinate and oversee daily operations to optimise productivity, efficiency and commercial performance, while ensuring compliance with Workplace Health and Safety standards, Quality Management requirements and the consistent delivery of high-quality customer service.
The role is responsible for delivering the following outcomes, including but not limited to:
Lead and manage work teams through performance development, coaching and feedback to achieve organisational objectives.
Supervise, train and mentor inmates in a structured workplace environment to develop practical skills and support work readiness and case management outcomes.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and ensure compliance with CSNSW and CSI policies, procedures and probity requirements.
Manage budgets and resources effectively to deliver operational outcomes and maintain productivity.
Promote and maintain a safe and compliant workplace in accordance with Work Health and Safety legislation for staff, contractors, inmates and visitors.
The Successful candidates are provided with paid training to undertake Certificate III in Correctional Practice at an allocated Corrective Services Academy training facility.
What we’re looking for
Current Certificate III or higher in Relevant trade or tertiary qualifications (minimum Certificate III level) in Electrical
Hold relevant Fair Trading Electrical Licence/ Certificate
Current Certificate III in Correctional Practice or capacity to complete within specified timeframes
Current NSW Drivers Licence and preparedness to drive to locations as required
Be part of an on-call rotation afterhours roster
Why work for Corrective Services?
Work direct for NSW State Government through Corrective Services
Reduce reoffending through inmate training and education
5 Weeks Annual Leave
Varied career opportunities and career progression
Work within a multi-disciplinary team
Paid training and obtain Nationally Recognised qualifications
Ability to relocate across multiple different regions
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Download the role description.
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We do work that really matters
Working for the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) provides lots of opportunities to make a real difference. We collaborate with other agencies and community partners, to improve lives and realise the potential of children, adults, families and communities. We're focused on breaking, rather than managing, disadvantage. It’s work that really matters.
Apply now and join Australia’s top public sector employer where we will support you and provide an exciting and flexible working environment!
Are you ready to join us?
When applying you will need to attach:
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Attach a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the Focus Capabilities found in the Role Description
An up-to-date resume (maximum 5 pages, including 2 Referees – one must be a current supervisor).
Ensure you attach your qualifications in your application, failure to do so may affect your application for this position
Applications close 11:59pm, Tuesday 4th August 2026
Got a question?
For more information about the role or what it’s like to work for DCJ, please contact the hiring manager Jarrod Pincott via
[email protected].
If you’ve got a question about applying or would benefit from an adjustment in the recruitment process to help you perform at your best, please contact Jessica Genovese via
[email protected]
Visit Recruitment adjustments on the DCJ website to learn more.
Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit
We continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds. This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers and other diversity groups.
To find out what DCJ are doing to build an inclusive and diverse workforce, visit Inclusion and diversity on the DCJ website.
Other Information
A talent pool will be established exclusively for future ongoing and temporary roles at Junee and will remain active for up to 18 months.
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