• Join Victoria's Youth Justice Precinct at Malmsbury.
• Support the delivery of Infrastructure Systems, including Security and fire risk management systems for the department's property portfolio, as well as ensuring security processes and protocols are supported and adhered to for all staff, contractors, young people and visitors.
• Contribute to improving the outcomes of young people's futures.

The Department of Justice and Community Safety, Youth Justice Group is responsible for statutory supervision of young people in the criminal justice system in Victoria focussing on prevention, diversion, and early intervention as the most effective and fiscally responsible ways of reducing youth crime. As an area within the department, Youth Justice is committed to the demonstration of the Victorian Public Sector values. The values are: responsiveness, integrity, impartiality, accountability, respect, leadership and human rights..

Youth justice custodial centres accommodate young people aged 12-18 years who have been remanded    or sentenced by the Criminal Division of the Children's Court, and some 18-21 year olds sentenced by Adult Courts to a youth justice custodial centre.

Infrastructure Projects &Security Unit (IPSU) is responsible for facility maintenance and upkeep of the Parkville Youth Justice Precinct (PYJP), Cherry Creek Youth Justice Precinct (CCYJP) and Malmsbury Youth Justice Precinct (MYJP) which includes Essential Services and Regulatory Compliance, general maintenance repairs, ground maintenance & grasslands and environment, assets & equipment, Security Systems, Fire Systems, BMS and building systems and delivering minor project works etc.  

The opportunity 

• Ongoing, full-time position based at the Malmsbury Youth Justice Precinct but working flexibly across other Youth Justice Custodial Precincts (Parkville & Cherry Creek), where needed to respond to operational requirements.
• VPS3 role: $81,496 - $98,955 per year plus super.
• Support internal quality controls to ensure fire risk management, security systems, and related processes comply with departmental standards and legislative requirements.
• Coordinate electronic access control, including issuing access cards and assisting with lost, damaged, or misplaced cards.
• Assist in the delivery, monitoring, and support of projects, ensuring all work aligns with relevant legislation, government regulations, and departmental guidelines.
• Provide clear advice and support to stakeholders on processes, policies, procedures, and broader security and safety functions as needed.

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Knowledge and understanding of Fire Risk Management Guidelines, building regulations and experience in fire detection and suppression systems.
• In depth knowledge and understanding security systems, including but not limited Access control, CCTV, Mobile duress and Radio communications.
• Program management, including co-ordination of contractors engaged in complex fire risk management auditing, reporting or rectification works.
• A current driver's licence is required due to the need to work across different locations.

You will be required to obtain a Working with Children Check (WWCC) to be maintained by the employee for the period of employment.

To learn more about the type of skills you will need to thrive in this role, please read the position description.

What's in it for you?

You will be working for the Department of Justice and Community Safety, which is one arm of the Victorian State Government, a recognised top employer of choice nationally. All our staff work to the vision of a safe, just, innovative and thriving Victoria.

There are many advantages in working for the department, including:

• Job stability – position as a member of the Victorian Public Service (VPS).
• A fair salary– enjoy great work conditions and salary sacrificing options.
• Transparent performance framework– approach your work with confidence in how you're tracking, working to professional development plans agreed on by you and your manager.
• Generous leave entitlements– provisions for many forms of leave; including personal, parental, carers, study, cultural, compassionate, and sick leave.
• Employee Assistance Program support – you are encouraged to use this short-term, confidential counselling service if you're experiencing emotional stress, relationship problems, conflict with others or personal issues. It is also available for financial counselling and retirement planning.

If you have any queries, please contact Rick Madigan on Rick.Madigan@justice.vic.gov.au

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

Applicants are welcome to utilise support from the Aboriginal Recruitment Team throughout the recruitment process. Aboriginal candidates are encouraged to contact Aboriginalrecruitment@justice.vic.gov.au if they would like cultural support and guidance through the application process.

For Aboriginal Designated and Prioritised positions, a Certificate of Aboriginality (CoA) will be required prior to an offer of employment being made

We want to make sure all Victorians feel represented by the department's work. One of the ways we do this is by recruiting a diverse workforce – we welcome people of any gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability and cultural background. We are also committed to the Victorian Government's promise to increase the number of veterans working in the public sector.

We're proud of our individual differences. We're proud of the many languages we speak and the stories we can share with each other. We hope you will share your story too.

If this sounds like a compelling job that you believe your skills would be a great match for, please APPLY NOW. Applications close 11.59pm, Sunday 14th June 2026.

How to apply

Please click the Apply button on this advertisement. Applications should include a resume and covering letter. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include national police checks and misconduct screening.

If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

CHILD SAFE STATEMENT OF COMMITMENT:

The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse and inequality. Children and young people's rights, relationships, identity, and culture must be recognised and respected, their voices heard, and their concerns acted upon. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work.