Department for Correctional Services
Job reference: 839855
Location: 5085 - NORTHFIELD
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Do you have a trade qualification, industry recognised qualification or a minimum 3 years industry experience and are seeking a career change? 

The Department for Correctional Services offers excellent career opportunities as Correctional Industry Officers within industries workshops across all our prisons. These workshops operate like any business and provide prisoners with a structured day, vocational training, and a working environment that reflects community life. This approach promotes a strong work ethic and supports prisoner reintegration into the community.

There are Engineering, Woodwork, Metal, Spray Painting, and Signage workshops that produce a diverse range of high-quality products and services, including:

• Structural steel and general metal fabrication
• Custom-built skip bins, cages, and industrial equipment
• Surface preparation and industrial spray painting and finishing
• Timber products and outdoor infrastructure (e.g. benches, picnic tables)
• Furniture design and production
• Cabinetry and joinery
• Signage design, production, and installation
• Refurbishment and repair of commercial and industrial items
• Custom manufacturing to client specifications

The Department partners with local South Australian businesses to seek products and services from our prison industries in supporting the employment and rehabilitation of prisoners.

This work is both highly rewarding and plays a vital role in the rehabilitation of prisoners. Through vocational training, individuals develop practical skills and hands-on experience in areas such as welding, joinery, and woodwork. Prisoners also have the opportunity to work towards recognised qualifications, including a Certificate II in Engineering and a Certificate II in Civil Construction, helping to prepare them for meaningful employment and a successful transition back into the community upon release.

For more information visit:

https://www.corrections.sa.gov.au/careers/Working-with-prisoners-and-offenders/correctional-industries-officers

What we offer

• $74k + Correctional Industry and Vocational Training Allowance (Base salary + CIVT allowance after the first 12 months plus superannuation).
• Four weeks annual leave.
• Ongoing employment in the SA Public Sector
• No prior correctional experience required.
• Successful candidates will be expected to complete a 12-week, full-time induction and training program upon receiving a job offer and during the program Successful completion of training will be accredited with Certificate III in Correctional Practice (Adult Custodial).
• Career progression opportunities.
• The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

Application

We are now taking applications from applicants who would like to consider a career in the roles of Correctional Industries Officers within Yatala Labour Prison. You will need to complete an online application via NEW ONLINE CIO APPLICATION LINK and attach supporting documentation (e.g. Birth certificate, Drivers Licence, Australian citizenship, resume etc). Any additional documentation or information that you feel can support your application.

Minimum Requirements and special conditions

• A current South Australia Driver’s Licence
• An Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
• 18 years or older
• The incumbent is required to satisfactorily complete a National Criminal History Check.
• Hours of duty are an average of 38 hours over a 5-day roster; however roster times may be varied.
• A flexible approach to working hours is required.

Minimum Requirements and special conditions

• A current South Australia Driver’s Licence
• An Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
• 18 years or older
• The incumbent is required to satisfactorily complete a National Criminal History Check.
• Hours of duty are an average of 38 hours over a 7-day roster, however roster times may be varied.
• A flexible approach to working hours is required.

Salary

Correctional Industries Officer: $72,413 – 78,445 pa (CO3) plus CIVT allowance increasing up to $78,508 – 87,445 p.a. plus superannuation.

Flexibility Statement

Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Enquiries
Jason Jones
Industries Manager
Yatala Labour Prison
Ph: 08 8343 0240
Email Jason.Jones@sa.gov.au

Additional Information 

There is more than one ongoing position available with potential for opportunities to perform duties across multiple industry areas, subject to qualifications. Please contact the enquiries person for confirmation relating to considerations for relevant Trade qualification and/or industry recognised qualification/experience.

DCS is an equal opportunities employer, and our workplace reflects the diverse communities that we serve. Safety at Work is central to our mission — emphasising respectful relationships, psychological wellbeing, and the physical and cultural safety of all employees.

We welcome and encourage applications from women, Aboriginal people, people of African heritage, people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CaLD) backgrounds, LGBTIQA+, neurodivergent people, people living with disability, people of all ages, and other diversity groups. We support flexible ways of working including part-time working arrangements, wherever reasonably possible, and strive to ensure a fair, accessible, and barrier-free recruitment process. We encourage you to share any support or access needs when you apply.

Applications close: 03/05/2026 11:45 PM

Attachments:
- CIO CO3 Generic YLP J&P.pdf
- Correctional Industry Officer Application and Pre-Employment dec (Fillable).pdf
- DCS Pre-Employment Declaration - V8.2 - April 2025 (Fillable).pdf

Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.