Job Description
Work Camp Manager
Corrective Services
Salary: Level 7, $139,860 - $149,485 p.a plus 12% superannuation (PSCSAA 2024)
Position number: 017440
Work type: Fixed Term - Full Time
Location: Perth CBD
Closing date: 2026-03-20 4:30 PM (YYYY-MM-DD)
This is a full time, fixed term vacancy available for twelve (12) months, commencing as soon as possible.
About Justice
When you join the Department of Justice, you become part of a people-focused organisation, working hard to make our community a fairer and safer place to live. We offer many different employment opportunities in locations around Western Australia. You will have a chance to make a real difference to your local communities and to the lives of those you work with.
About the role
The Adult Male Prisons Directorate plays a key role in the achievement of the Strategic Platforms for Corrective Services by providing essential services and legislative compliance. The Directorate takes a systems approach to custodial management whereby it oversees the management of all adult prisons, work camps and associated prison industries.
The Work Camp Manager is responsible for the State-wide business planning and development of work camps. The position organises and coordinates work camp operations including but not limited to encouraging work camp attendance by prisoners, their community activities, budget monitoring, and resource allocation.
Furthermore, the position project manages the implementation of new work camps, including site selection and contract management associated with the project. The Work Camp Manager also undertakes policy review, ministerial inquiries and work camp program evaluation.
Benefits and opportunities
Flexible working arrangements.
Career pathway opportunities.
Learning and development opportunity programs.
Health and wellbeing programs including Fitness passport providing a wide range of gym, pool, and fitness centre discounts available for employees and their families.
Check out the attached Applicant Information Pack to find out other benefits of working for Justice.
Application process
How to apply
Please ensure you review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for further information about the requirements of the position. This information will assist you with the preparation of your application.
We require you to submit:
Provide a comprehensive Resume / Curriculum Vitae of no more than four (4) pages, that clearly outlines your transferable skills, experience and highlights your key achievements.
Contact details of two (2) recent work related referees, with one (1) of them being your current Line Manager where possible.
A statement of no more than three (3) pages addressing the following Essential Selection Criteria and Role Specific Requirements below as listed on the JDF. Please provide examples to support your claims.
Lead Collectively.
Deliver on High Leverage Areas.
Demonstrated experience and good negotiation skills in the context of developing business opportunities into projects and collaboration with a range of stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to provide expert guidance on the development and execution of programs.
Proven experience in managing projects, including planning, execution and contract management.
All of the remaining Essential Selection Criteria listed on the JDF will be assessed at a later stage in the recruitment process.
Subsequent Vacancies
Applicants found suitable but not recommended for this vacancy, may be considered for subsequent similar vacancies in the Department of Justice for a period of twelve (12) months, in accordance with Part 5 (General Appointment) of the Commissioner's Instructions No. 2: Filling a Public Sector Vacancy and Commissioner’s Instructions and No. 39: Interim Arrangements to Fill Public Sector Vacancies. Permanent, fixed term, full time and part time appointments may be offered during this period.
For Further Job Related Information
If you would like further information regarding the vacancy please contact Reece Manyan, Assistant Superintendent Custodial Operations on (08) 9264 9755 for a confidential discussion.
Equity and Diversity
The Department of Justice is committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We actively promote the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, youth, people of diverse sexualities and genders, women, culturally and linguistically diverse people, and other diversity groups.
Applicants with disability requiring adjustments or accessibility support at any stage of the selection process can contact the hiring manager as listed under the ‘For Further Job Related Information’ section or contact the Diversity and Inclusion team on [email protected] or (08) 9264 1700 for a confidential discussion.
Submitting your application
Applicants are requested to apply online. To submit your application, click the “Apply for Job” button at the bottom of this advertisement.
Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.
If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone RAMS Helpdesk [email protected] on 1300XXXXXX for assistance.
To keep you up to date on what is happening in Department of Justice and job opportunities you can go directly to the departments website or follow us on social media.
The Department of Justice has introduced a smoke-free policy, which has been fully implemented across all women’s prisons and the Corrective Services Academy, with all other prison sites to follow over the next 12-18 months.
Corrective Services
Salary: Level 7, $139,860 - $149,485 p.a plus 12% superannuation (PSCSAA 2024)
Position number: 017440
Work type: Fixed Term - Full Time
Location: Perth CBD
Closing date: 2026-03-20 4:30 PM (YYYY-MM-DD)
This is a full time, fixed term vacancy available for twelve (12) months, commencing as soon as possible.
About Justice
When you join the Department of Justice, you become part of a people-focused organisation, working hard to make our community a fairer and safer place to live. We offer many different employment opportunities in locations around Western Australia. You will have a chance to make a real difference to your local communities and to the lives of those you work with.
About the role
The Adult Male Prisons Directorate plays a key role in the achievement of the Strategic Platforms for Corrective Services by providing essential services and legislative compliance. The Directorate takes a systems approach to custodial management whereby it oversees the management of all adult prisons, work camps and associated prison industries.
The Work Camp Manager is responsible for the State-wide business planning and development of work camps. The position organises and coordinates work camp operations including but not limited to encouraging work camp attendance by prisoners, their community activities, budget monitoring, and resource allocation.
Furthermore, the position project manages the implementation of new work camps, including site selection and contract management associated with the project. The Work Camp Manager also undertakes policy review, ministerial inquiries and work camp program evaluation.
Benefits and opportunities
Flexible working arrangements.
Career pathway opportunities.
Learning and development opportunity programs.
Health and wellbeing programs including Fitness passport providing a wide range of gym, pool, and fitness centre discounts available for employees and their families.
Check out the attached Applicant Information Pack to find out other benefits of working for Justice.
Application process
How to apply
Please ensure you review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for further information about the requirements of the position. This information will assist you with the preparation of your application.
We require you to submit:
Provide a comprehensive Resume / Curriculum Vitae of no more than four (4) pages, that clearly outlines your transferable skills, experience and highlights your key achievements.
Contact details of two (2) recent work related referees, with one (1) of them being your current Line Manager where possible.
A statement of no more than three (3) pages addressing the following Essential Selection Criteria and Role Specific Requirements below as listed on the JDF. Please provide examples to support your claims.
Lead Collectively.
Deliver on High Leverage Areas.
Demonstrated experience and good negotiation skills in the context of developing business opportunities into projects and collaboration with a range of stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to provide expert guidance on the development and execution of programs.
Proven experience in managing projects, including planning, execution and contract management.
All of the remaining Essential Selection Criteria listed on the JDF will be assessed at a later stage in the recruitment process.
Subsequent Vacancies
Applicants found suitable but not recommended for this vacancy, may be considered for subsequent similar vacancies in the Department of Justice for a period of twelve (12) months, in accordance with Part 5 (General Appointment) of the Commissioner's Instructions No. 2: Filling a Public Sector Vacancy and Commissioner’s Instructions and No. 39: Interim Arrangements to Fill Public Sector Vacancies. Permanent, fixed term, full time and part time appointments may be offered during this period.
For Further Job Related Information
If you would like further information regarding the vacancy please contact Reece Manyan, Assistant Superintendent Custodial Operations on (08) 9264 9755 for a confidential discussion.
Equity and Diversity
The Department of Justice is committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We actively promote the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, youth, people of diverse sexualities and genders, women, culturally and linguistically diverse people, and other diversity groups.
Applicants with disability requiring adjustments or accessibility support at any stage of the selection process can contact the hiring manager as listed under the ‘For Further Job Related Information’ section or contact the Diversity and Inclusion team on [email protected] or (08) 9264 1700 for a confidential discussion.
Submitting your application
Applicants are requested to apply online. To submit your application, click the “Apply for Job” button at the bottom of this advertisement.
Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.
If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone RAMS Helpdesk [email protected] on 1300XXXXXX for assistance.
To keep you up to date on what is happening in Department of Justice and job opportunities you can go directly to the departments website or follow us on social media.
The Department of Justice has introduced a smoke-free policy, which has been fully implemented across all women’s prisons and the Corrective Services Academy, with all other prison sites to follow over the next 12-18 months.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Work Camp Manager position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Perth offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.
