Distribution Instructor - Auckland Region Women's Corrections Facility

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Education

Certificate level IV
 
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Job type

Permanent
Shift and schedule

Monday to Friday
 
Location
Tamaki, Auckland
 
Full job description
Combine your mentoring skills with your passion for Warehousing, Distribution and Logistics
Help Wahine in prison learn valuable skills for the future
Work for a values-led organisation that makes a difference
Mo te tunga | About the role

In this varied role you will be working with the Wahine under our management, helping them gain new skills and qualifications to improve their chances of finding real jobs upon release. You will enable our people to achieve NZQA qualifications, and provide a platform of good working habits to take forward to the future. You will further support rehabilitation and reintegration practices.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of the Wahine in our care and to contribute to their future, the future of their whanau, and the communities in which each they will eventually call home. In this role you will be instrumental in helping individuals to discover a new career path, talent, passion or simply build confidence in their ability to learn.

Our current team works closely with all areas of the business and has a reputation for producing high quality work while delivering relevant, useful, recognised training. For prisoners who choose to pursue a career post-release, the training and practical experience they gain will help them to secure employment.

You will be continually challenged in this role from facilitating adult learning and on-job training to Health Safety, budget management and relationship building, both within the prison and external suppliers. Your passion will inspire others to achieve while your business acumen will ensure P119's are completed on time, within budget and to a high standard.

This role would predominantly be a Warehouse based position, with the willingness to upskill in classroom based training for our Wahine to achieve a Distribution Level 3 and Level 4 Certificates.

Mou | About you

We are looking for leaders in the Distribution, Logistical and Warehousing Industry who want to work with people who have had diverse life experiences, but who are motivated about making a positive change in their lives.

We need you to teach, support and use YOUR life experiences to help others unleash their talents and be part of something that can be life changing! Our instructors support prisoners to improve their work habits, work experiences and skills so that they can increase their chances of obtaining sustainable and legitimate employment on their release.

You will need to have great people skills and the motivation to want to manage and develop Wahine in Prison - this is a role with unique challenges and rewards.

You will also possess:

Outstanding HS practices
Exceptional people management communication skills
The ability to motivate and develop people within a team environment
Can manage with high levels of integrity
Have excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically
Can operate effectively in a culturally diverse setting and have an understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi
Join us in this rewarding role and make a difference in the lives of those in our care while advancing your own career.

Nga pukenga me nga wheako | Skills and experience

We are looking for applications from suitable qualified people who have worked in a commercial environment and have:

A proven passion and experience in the Warehousing, Distribution and Logistical Industry.
A relevant trade qualification
A Forklift licence
Outstanding Health and Safety practices
Ideally be experienced as an adult educator or NZQA assessor (4098 or equivalent) however it is not essential as we will support you to obtain this
Have exceptional people skills and the motivation to develop others
Demonstrate the ability to harness potential and be proactive in approach
Hold a current first aid certificate and full clean NZ driver license
Instructors are expected to hold or, with the appropriate experience, be willing to gain unit standard 4098 in adult education.

Applicants for this role must be a New Zealand citizen, New Zealand Resident Permit holder, Work Permit Holder and have the right to work in New Zealand, Australian citizen or an Australian resident who holds a current Australian Resident Return Visa.

It is important that in your CV and cover letter you accurately evidence your skills especially around your experience/qualifications that are in-line with the key competences of our role as this will be used as part of shortlisting process.


Nga painga | The benefits

The salary range for this role is $72,514 - $90,322. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role.

We are also able to offer:

10 week fully paid training programme
Clear pathway for career progression and continuous learning and development
Free parking and on-site gym facilities
A supportive team-environment
Rosters provided 12 months in advance so you can plan your leave
Health and well-being benefits including access to EAP, eye-care benefits, health checks and more
Monday to Friday 6am to 2pm
Mo matou | About us

Join Ara Poutama Aotearoa - Department of Corrections, where your work will contribute to improving public safety, reducing re-offending, and address the overrepresentation of Maori in correctional facilities. As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship), and whanau (relationships) to guide our work and achieve the goals of our Hokai Rangi strategy.

We value inclusion and diversity in our workforce, and as a Public Service organisation we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the public we serve. We strive to make our recruitment process fair, and we encourage you to discuss reasonable accommodations with us if required.


Tono inaianei | Apply Now

To submit an application and view the position description, click the apply link. All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency - applications received via email will not be considered.

When applying, submit a tailored CV and a cover letter describing your motivation for joining the department highlighting relevant skills and experience and the alignment to our work.

Applications close on: Sunday, 20th July 2025

If you have any questions or want to learn more about a career with us, contact northernrecruitment@corrections.govt.nz, or visit careers.corrections.govt.nz.

 
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