General Instructor - Vocational Trainer

About this role

Vocational Trainer – Hawkes Bay Regional Prison

• Are you someone who has a background in Vocational Training?
• Are you tired of travelling and want to feel rewarded for your experience?
• Join the team at Hawkes Bay Regional Prison and help create better outcomes for the men in our care!
  
  

Mō te tūnga | About the role

A vocational trainer is an educator who specializes in teaching practical skills and knowledge for specific trades or occupations. They prepare individuals for employment in a chosen field by providing hands-on training and theoretical instruction. 

Our Industries Team are all about supporting the men in Prison to improve their work habits, work experiences and skills so that they can increase their chances of obtaining sustainable and legitimate work on their release.  By providing this foundation to success, we reduce reoffending and keep our communities safer.

A commercial approach to employment training is embraced to ensure effectiveness, covering basic work attendance skills, on-the-job training, and, when feasible, nationally recognized certification of attained skill levels.

The training you provide will enable others to achieve NZQA qualifications linked to the Primary Industry Training Organisation. In providing a platform of good working habits to take forward to the future, you will further support rehabilitation and reintegration practices. The role also provides support to the wider Offender Employment operation on occasion as part of the wider Internal Services Team.

A comprehensive Frontline Introduction into Corrections and extensive initial training is provided for the successful applicant. This will involve onsite training as well as well as residential training at our college just outside of Wellington to focus on the custodial elements of our position. 

 

Mōu | About you

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

You will also possess:

• Outstanding H&S 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. 

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience

Requirements for this role include:

• At least 5 years experience delivering vocational training or short courses
• Unit Standard 4098
• Experience delivering training on behalf of Industry Training Organizations (ITO's) or Private Training Establishments (PTE's) - such as First Aid, Working at Heights, Scaffolding, Growsafe, and other short vocational courses
• The legal right to work in New Zealand without restriction*
• A full New Zealand Driver Licence

* Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand. In line with Immigration New Zealand requirements, we are required to give priority to candidates who already hold this right. As a result, we may not be able to support visa applications for this role.

Ngā 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
  
  

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, 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: Wednesday 30^th of July 2025.

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