m0ose wrote:So quick question, is the whole prison run on an electronic locking system? Or is it a mix bag?
Mixed bag. The original center was set up 19 years ago, They've added the last block 7 years ago, and I believe another addition was added somewhere in between. The two newest cell blocks are Southern Steel, fully electronic with mechanical override. The oldest are as I said, Padde electronic locks for block and unit access, but mechanical for individual cells.
m0ose wrote:Also, how many other locksmiths are on job there?
Myself and my boss. We're on 24/7 callout, we don't work for the prison itself. We work for QBuild, the state department of public works. They issue contractor work for any and all government related work, electrical \ plumbing \ locksmiths \ cleaning \ etc.
m0ose wrote:Oh, and I know it's not the best question to ask, but heh, if you want to answer, whats the pay rate?
I believe, I'm not certain as it's not my job to worry about the financial side of it, that it's a tender system for the work. We submit pricing for general stuff, and for the next few years anytime we charge out, we use those prices. be it keys, new locks, hourly rate, service call, etc.
I think the hourly rate is $44(AUD), for one tradesperson.