Justice Officer, Stores and Canteen
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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.
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| Department: | Department of Justice and Community Safety |
| Work Type: | Ongoing - full time |
| Job Function: | Prison and Corrective Services |
| Classification: | VPSG2 |
| Work Location: | Geelong - Barwon area |
| Reference: | VG/7363JUNE2026 |
| Closing Date: | 22-Jun-2026 |
| Salary Range: | $62,104 - $79,753 |
| Job Duration: | N/A |
| Attachments: | Position Description - JO Stores and Canteen - Vpsg2 - Ongoing, full-time .pdf (PDF, 240KB) Position Description |
| Contact: | Matthew Haworth on 0352 820 622 matthew.haworth@justice.vic.gov.au |
Position Details
- Help keep prison stores and canteens running smoothly every day.
- Support prisoners and staff through practical, hands-on work.
- Build skills in stock control, customer service and prison operations.
- Join a supportive team and start a career in prison services.
- Ongoing, full-time role earning $62,104 - $79,753 per year, plus super.
What you will do
As justice officer – stores & canteen, you will help deliver stores and canteen services across multiple prison facilities.
You will support daily operations while maintaining accurate, timely and compliant records and processes.
You will:
- provide high-quality stores and canteen services across the Barwon Southwest Prison Precinct
- assist prisoners in prison shops and update records on prisoner systems
- order stock, process prisoner purchases and help maintain stock levels
- complete stocktakes, maintain accurate records and keep stores organised
- deliver stock, prepare straightforward reports and support a range of corporate service functions.
About you
No formal qualifications are required. Relevant experience in stores, warehousing, retail, administration or customer service will be highly regarded. A current forklift licence is desirable.
You should also have:
- strong skills using software and standard office equipment
- knowledge of stock management, warehousing processes and workplace safety requirements
- the ability to work collaboratively, stay organised and maintain accuracy under pressure
- good interpersonal skills and a respectful approach when working with diverse people.
To learn even more about this role, please read the position description.
If you have any further questions, feel free to email Matthew Haworth at matthew.haworth@justice.vic.gov.au.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (Aboriginal) people are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about our Aboriginal workforce strategy.
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.
