Manager Industries - Rimutaka Prison

About this role

• Strong people leader? Use your people management skills to empower an expert team
• Courage and determination to succeed in a challenging and complex environment
• Full-time, permanent position based Rimutaka Prison

'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.

Mō te tūnga | About the role

If you are looking for an opportunity to grow and develop as a Leader, one where you can bring your passion and commitment and grow a culture of continuous improvement, then this could be the right opportunity for you.  We are looking for an experienced people leader who can lead and support staff to embed our over-arching organisational strategy Hōkai Rangi, which expresses our commitment to delivering great outcomes for the people in our management and their whānau. 

The Manager Industries is responsible for managing internal and external stakeholder relationships, employment and reintegrative activities for the people in prison, and working collaboratively to train and upskill people in prison to support their reintegration and transition into employment upon release. 

In this role you will lead an expert team of Principal Instructors and Instructors who work across a range of industry focused areas including, Primary Industries, Internal Services and Catering/Laundry, with the kitchen providing essential services to the prison 365 days per year. Throughout all these areas and more, the goal is to provide valued training, education and industry relevant skills to the men in prison. The Manager Industries will manage each industry specific environment, as well as health and safety, risk/issue management, and be responsible for budget management. 

Mōu | About you

We're looking for a visible, values driven leader who inspires through action and sets the tone for their team. You'll bring strong people leadership experience - developing staff, motivating teams around a shared vision, and driving continuous improvement. Your approach is energetic, solutions focused and grounded in a clear understanding of why you lead. You'll also demonstrate a willingness to incorporate a Te Ao Māori worldview and build strong, authentic relationships with iwi, hapū, and mana whenua. 

Success in this role requires confidence in stakeholder engagement, sound strategic thinking, and the ability to navigate complexity with professionalism and courage. You'll have a proven ability to influence positive change, manage conflict constructively, and support the delivery of meaningful outcomes, particularly in enabling skill development that supports employment post release.  

Ngā painga | The benefits

The salary applicable for this role is Scale B1 of the Frontline Managers Collective which is $112,899 ($116,286 from July 2026). Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role.

Mō mātou | 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 Māori in correctional facilities. As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship), and whānau (relationships) to guide our work and achieve the goals of our Hōkai 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 ināianei | 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, please submit a tailored CV and a cover letter outlining your leadership experience, alignment to the above, and what you will bring to the Manager Industries role.

Applications close on: Sunday 21^st June 2026.

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