Prisoner Transport Officer

4 weeks ago

Melbourne Western Suburbs, Australia G4S Full time

**WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU**:
38 hrs per week offered, rostered between Mon - Fri | Overtime available to pick up on weekends + public holidays
Hours of operation between 5am - 10pm (split over AM & PM shifts)
Supportive, values focused team with 3 weeks full time paid comprehensive training provided and on the job direct support there after

ABOUT THE ROLE
As a Prisoner Transport Officer you are responsible for the humane and secure transportation of prisoners and people in custody throughout Victoria. The role involves working in pairs to care for prisoners in transit, liaising with agencies in the criminal justice system and using purpose-built vehicles and in-vehicle technology.
iPads with two-way messaging are utilised to communicate with the G4S Control Room, which streamlines the way officers operate and makes more time available for them to focus on their passengers welfare, safety and security. The system enables them to communicate with their passengers, receive dynamic data to adapt to traffic conditions, manage passenger numbers and drop off locations.
Control Room staff monitor all messages, those in transport, and ensure protocols are adhered to and checks are carried out. The team takes a planned, collaborative approach together with staff from corrections, police, social service and forensic health agencies. All Officers have a duty of care for people in custody and must act in accordance with a Code of Conduct, Operational Instructions, Emergency Orders, Occupational Health and Safety Policies and Procedures, and Legislation and Regulations concerning the transport and management of prisoners and vehicles and equipment used for the purpose.
We currently have a number of Full Time opportunities for individuals to join our upcoming training course due to commence mid May 2024.
ABOUT YOU
You are highly motivated, empathetic, a great communicator with strong influencing skills and the ability to negotiate challenging situations. We are seeking people who have a passion for working within a diverse community to truly make a positive difference to people's lives.

**We are also looking for those with**:
Excellent interpersonal and technology-savvy skills
Great decision making ability & conflict resolutions skills
Strong reading and report writing skills with attention to detail
A full driver's licence (must have been held for over 2 years with a good driving record)
Flexibility required and the ability to work within a large diverse team

In order to be considered you must be willing to obtain a Working with Children's certificate and have no current or pending criminal convictions.
The role of a Prisoner Transport Officer offers a unique insight into the corrections and custody industry. Some of the key duties and responsibilities of the role include;
Liaising with a number of key agencies including police, court staff and prison personnel
Ensuring the health and wellbeing of all persons under your care whilst also following all required protocols for a safe delivery
Escorting persons in custody between prisons, police stations and court locations

About G4S Australia and New Zealand
G4S, An Allied Universal® Company is a leading security and facility services company that provides proactive security services and cutting-edge smart technology to deliver tailored, integrated security solutions. With a workforce of approximately 800,000 employees worldwide and over 2,000 across Australia and New Zealand, we leverage global best practices to help deliver our promise locally: keeping people safe so our communities can thrive. We partner with Government, industries and law enforcement agencies to deliver Integrated Security and Justice Services across a diverse range of portfolios, including Port Phillip Prison, Mount Gambier Prison, Prisoner Transport Operations, Court Security, Custody Centres, Corporate Security, Mobile Speed Cameras, our Support Offices, and more.

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