50 jobs up for grabs at Maryborough Correctional Centre

Good news is on the horizon for job hunters with 50 positions opening at Maryborough Correctional Centre, with people from across the Wide Bay being encouraged to apply.

Wide Bay job hunters will soon have the chance to vie for 50 positions being made available at the Maryborough prison.

Wide Bay job hunters will have the chance to throw their hat into the ring at Maryborough’s prison with 50 jobs soon to be made available.

Maryborough Correctional Centre’s general manager, Chief Superintendent Kris Winter, said Queensland Corrective Services was looking for people with good communication skills and a desire to make the Wide Bay a safer place.

“The Custodial Correctional Officer positions require people who would like to make a real difference to people’s lives, act as role models and address the behaviours which led people into prison,” he said.

“While many of our officers choose corrections as a career early on their lives, many come to the industry seeking a career change.

“We have had many people to come us after pursuing long term careers in the armed services, education, policing, construction, farming and processing industries.”

Maryborough Correctional Centre – The high security unit.

Chief Superintendent Winter said a career in custodial corrections could offer “excellent work-life balance”.

“Anyone looking for a meaningful second, or even third, career with time to enjoy the Wide Bay lifestyle should take a look inside to see if their skills and experience might suit a career on the front line of public safety.

“We have offices and centres across the length and breadth of the state, offering our officers a diverse range of opportunities and lifestyles,” he said.

“Even if you want to stay at Maryborough, there are opportunities for progression and diversity of work.

“We have an assessment centre on November 2-3 for potential custodial officers, and the first 10-week paid, onsite training course for 25 trainees starts in January 2022, with a second starting in April.

“One of the advantages of Maryborough is that officers are trained in the centre where they will be working. By the time they graduate and are ready to join the front line of public safety, they are familiar with the workings of the prison.

“If you are looking for a secure, permanent and ongoing position in the Wide Bay area, take a look at QCS.”