* Multiple positions available in the Security and Emergency Services Group
* Rare canine handling opportunity, working across multiple prison locations
o Multi-purpose Canine Handler - working across Barwon South West and hybrid Loddon/Metropolitan Remand Centre
o Passive Alert Detection Canine Handler - working hybrid Loddon/Metropolitan Remand Centre location only
* Work with a high-performing and passionate team
* Start on a base salary of $80,862, with an additional 7.5% allowance and a further 10.5% if in possession of a canine as part of your role. This excludes penalty rates and additional allowances
* Five weeks paid leave per year
About the business unit
The Security and Emergency Services Group (SESG) provides security and emergency response services to Victoria's correctional system.
SESG oversees many portfolios, including emergency and incident response, high security person escorts, state-wide training services, barrier control, search and canine services and the management of firearms.
About the role
Canine handlers train and work alongside dogs to provide operational support within SESG. You will also house an operational canine at your home, with Corrections Victoria providing all food and housing supplies.
As a canine handler, you will:
* Support SESG operational activities, including incident and emergency response and escorts.
* Be part of a high-quality service that ensures the safety and security of people in custody, staff and visitors across Victoria's corrections system.
* Participate in a range of security activities, including barrier control, searches, patrols, escorts, intelligence collection and more.
* Contribute to a positive, safe and healthy workforce culture built on professional excellence, teamwork and safe work practices.
* Operate various security equipment.
* Investigate, collate and prepare reports.
You will also be required to work flexible hours – including every second weekend and some public holidays – and attend to urgent work as required.
To learn more about this role before applying, please read the attached position description.
Information sessions
Attending one of our optional information sessions is a great opportunity to learn more about the SESG. You will be able to speak with current staff and ask any questions you have about the role and recruitment process.
Scheduled sessions:
About you
As an ideal candidate, you will possess:
* Some understanding of SESG's operations and procedures or professional experience working in safety or security.
* A high standard of fitness or the ability to attain a level of fitness that would withstand the physical demands of the role.
* A dedication to achieving high standards, working as part of a team.
A Certificate III in Correctional Practice (Custodial) or similar is desirable.
Eligibility
* Australian or New Zealand citizen or Australian permanent residen t
* A full and current Victorian driver's licence, or a minimum P2 driver's licence
* Prior to commencement you will be required to obtain a current Australian Statement of Attainment for the First Aid unit HLTAIDO11 Provide First Aid
* All other required qualifications will be provided through SESG training.
Recruitment process
Candidates will be required to proceed through several recruitment stages to be successful. These stages are outlined below.
* Online application
* In-person interview
* Health assessment
* Verification checks See the ‘