Corrections Officer

2 weeks ago

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time
Ko wai mātou | Who we are

Ara Poutama Aotearoa is a name that has been gifted to us and conveys the responsibility for those in our care to reach their potential and our commitment to improving the oranga and safety of the people, whānau, and that of the communities we serve.

Ask those who work in our organisation about what it's like, they will often say; the passion for making a difference is incredible, the work is highly stimulating, and you're exposed to a wide range of challenges and exciting opportunities.

As a Corrections Officer you will join a dedicated and supportive team managing the well-being, and health and safety of the people we manage.

At Ara Poutama Aotearoa, the Department of Corrections, we are passionate about reducing re-offending and keeping communities safe. Our Correction Officers, both men and women, come from varied backgrounds and a diverse range of cultures. They bring a wide range of employment skills and life experiences with them.

At Auckland Region Women's Corrections Facility you will join a dedicated and supportive team managing the well-being, health and safety of the women at our site.

Our facility caters for those on Remand and Sentenced, at all levels of security classification. We also house a purpose-built 'mothers with babies' unit on-site.

We recognise the women we manage have different needs to men and we have set an approach that will give our women the care, treatment, encouragement, counselling, skills and support required to shape better futures for themselves, their children and their families.

Utu ā-Tau | Salary and Benefits

  • Starting salary $59,519, increasing as you achieve national qualifications level 3 $64,197 and Level 4 $69,36
  • We offer a stable and longterm career with extensive career opportunities and training and development
  • You will thrive working in an environment that incorporates a Te Ao Maori worldview and a Kaupapa Māori approach
  • We offer a unique and purposeful role that makes a difference in our community
  • Inclusive and diverse work teams where you will experience a strong sense of belonging
  • You will complete NZQA qualifications Level 3 & 4 as part of your role
  • Full uniform provided
Mō te tūnga | About the role
We have new Correction Officer intakes on May 15th, June 19th and July 10th.

As a Corrections Officer you will be working in a challenging environment where you will be supported by a team of experienced colleagues.

As part of your training you will learn how to keep yourself safe within a custodial environment.

You will engage with people in a positive way and will have the opportunity to influence change in the lives of whānau.

Using your highly effective communication and relationship building skills, you will assist and influence the women we manage, empowering them to make better choices, take the right actions at the right times and support their individual pathways towards living offence-free lives.


Corrections Officer, He Āpiha Whare Herehere will:

  • ĀRAHI
  • supervise people's daily routines
  • MANAAKI help people engage in their rehabilitation programme and attend appointments or tangihanga.
  • WHAKAKIPAKIPA motivate and inspire people to make positive changes
  • HĀPAI monitor and manage health, safety and behaviours.
  • MAHITAHI work closely with whānau and other key stakeholders
  • MAHI be able to work rostered 8,10, or 12 hour rostered shifts across 24/7 pattern including weekends and public holidays
Ngā Korero Mōu | About you

Our team come from a variety of backgrounds and life experiences which all come together to support the fabric of our mahi and our unique purpose: 'Kotahi anō te kaupapa, ko te oranga o te iwi' - 'There is only one purpose to our work: the wellness and wellbeing of our people.


  • Have a positive mindset
  • Ability to engage with whānau, iwi and hapū
  • Motivated to make a positive impact in your community
  • Inspired by having the opportunity to change someone's life
  • Experience within a Kaupapa Māori or Pasifika environment while not essential is desirable
Along with your unique skills and perspective we also need you to have the following:

  • Current and full New Zealand driver licence or Restricted Licence with the ability to sit your full licence within the next 6 months.
  • Legally able to work fulltime in New Zealand (work visa must have a remaining period of minimum 12 months)

Pre-employment checks are required and include: Drug test, full disclosure criminal conviction check (Clean Slate Act does not apply), medical assessment, a physical fitness assessment and reference checks.

We provide fully paid training which involves a 5 weeks training at our National Training Centre in Wellington followed by on-going professional practice and development support along with a clear pathway to progression.

Applications close 28th April 2023

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