Laundry Officer

About the Role

Bandyup Women’s Prison, a maximum-security facility for women in the metropolitan area, serves as an Assessment and Program Prison with a small Remand cohort and offers complex mental health services. The institution acknowledges the distinct challenges female inmates face, including health issues, limited family contact, substance misuse, histories of abuse, low education and employment levels, and social isolation. Therefore, it provides a supportive environment tailored to meet these complex needs.

Responsibilities

The Laundry Officer oversees daily laundry operations and garment processes for prisoner living and self-care units. This role includes creating meaningful work opportunities by training female prisoners employed within the laundry and ensuring workplace cleanliness and safety that aligns with the needs of the women under custody.

Eligibility

Applicants must be Australian citizens or permanent residents to be eligible for permanent positions within the Western Australian Public Sector.

Requirements

• Possession of a current 'C' class motor vehicle driver's license.
• Current valid Provide First Aid (HLTAID003) certification or equivalent (e.g., Senior First Aid) obtained from an accredited provider with at least 12 months validity remaining.
• Completion of a Chemical Handling Skill Set or willingness to undertake and complete this training.

Benefits and Opportunities

• Flexible working arrangements.
• Career progression opportunities.
• Access to learning and development programs.
• Health and wellbeing initiatives, including a Fitness Passport offering discounts at gyms, pools, and fitness centers for employees and their families.

Additional Information

Applicants should review the attached Job Description Form for detailed position requirements. Submissions must include a comprehensive resume highlighting skills, experience and achievements; contacts for two referees, including current supervisors if possible; and a statement addressing job-related requirements such as instruction, interpersonal skills, and resource management within two pages.

Suitable candidates not selected for this vacancy may be considered for similar future roles within twelve months, with appointments potentially offered permanently, on fixed terms, full time or part time.

For inquiries, contact Ross Butler at (08) 9374 2518 for confidential discussions.

The Department of Justice is committed to diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from Aboriginal Australians, people with disabilities, youth, and other diverse groups. Assistance for Aboriginal job seekers and accommodations for applicants with disabilities are available.

The Department has implemented a smoke-free policy across women's prisons and related facilities.