Custodial Correctional Officer

22 hours ago


Brisbane, Australia Queensland Government Full time

Make a Difference, Become a Custodial Correctional Officer
Are you looking for a career where you can truly make an impact? As a Custodial Correctional Officer (CCO) with Queensland Corrective Services, you will play a vital role in ensuring community safety while helping individuals rebuild their lives.
This is more than just a job, it's an opportunity to influence positive change. You will secure offenders, assist in their rehabilitation, and guide them toward a successful life free of crime.
Why Join Us?
**As a Custodial Correctional Officer, you'll receive**:
**Competitive Salary**: : $2,836.25 up to $4,393.13 per fortnight : $73,994.77 up to $114,612.78 yearly, incl. superannuation)
Five Weeks of Annual Leave - More time for what matters most
**Job Security**: Ongoing employment with career progression opportunities
**Diverse Work Locations**: Choose from centres across Queensland
**Paid Training**: Receive a 10-week, fully paid training program to prepare you for success
**Uniforms & Meals Provided**: We'll take care of the essentials so you can focus on what you do best
**Relocation Assistance**: Up to $7,000 for eligible recruits willing to move to our regional centres (Capricornia Correctional Centre - Rockhampton, Townsville Correctional Centre - Townville, Lotus Glen Correctional Centre - Mareeba)
**Please note**: Custodial Correctional Officers working in correctional centres attract an aggregated shift allowance of 31.5%. Custodial Correctional Officers working within Courts Unit do not attract aggerated shift allowance as these roles are Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm.
No Experience? No Problem
You don't need prior experience or qualifications to apply, just a current open or provisional driver's licence We're looking for individuals from all walks of life, whether you've worked in trades, hospitality, education, finance, or the Defence Force. What matters most is your energy, empathy, and resilience.
Women
Veterans
People with disabilities
Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people
Individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds
Your Role as a Custodial Correctional Officer
Every day is different. One day, you might be overseeing prisoner rehabilitation programs, and the next, ensuring safe movement throughout the correctional centre.
**Some of your key responsibilities include**:
Supporting education, vocational training, and employment programs
Assisting with cultural engagement initiatives
Managing prisoner inductions and accommodation units
Conducting perimeter security and external escorts
Writing reports for case management
With specialist areas available, there are multiple paths for career development
Ready to Take the Next Step?
**Visit**: Careers | Queensland Corrective Services
**Call**: 07 3565 7252
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
**Job Ad Reference**: QLD/646649/25
**Closing Date**: Friday, 3rd July, 2026This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.



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