Prison Officer

7 days ago

Perth, Western Australia Department of Justice Full time $86,156 - $98,207 per year

SECURE YOUR FUTURE

Applications for Prison Officer in Western Australia are now open.

Competitive salary on offer $86,156 - $98,107 for Prison Officer Shift

(initial 12 week training salary $66,658) plus superannuation

Salaries are subject to increase upon registration of Prison Officer Industrial Agreement 2024.

As a Prison Officer, you will have many employment benefits and personal development opportunities including on-the-job training and a nationally accredited qualification (paid for by the Department).

  • Annual salary increases with up to 6 weeks annual leave

  • Complete a Certificate III in Correctional Practice (Adult Custodial)

  • Paid 12 weeks training

  • Work-life balance – 10 shifts per 21 days

  • Career advancement with promotional potential

  • Supplied uniforms

You will be supported on the job by experienced staff and management, as part of the team working to keep the WA community safe.

Various locations available

We are currently seeking Prison Officers for facilities in the Perth Metropolitan area, Albany, Bunbury, Greenough (Geraldton), Roebourne and West Kimberley (Derby).

In Perth, you will be placed to Bandyup (West Swan), Casuarina (Casuarina), Hakea (Canning Vale) or Melaleuca (Canning Vale).

As a Prison Officer

You will interact with minimum to maximum security prisoners on a 24/7 roster system. Prison Officers are responsible for ensuring the safe, secure, and efficient operation of prisons and effective management of prisoners. You can make a real difference by modelling positive behaviours and motivating prisoners to gain skills and knowledge to re-enter the community, to reduce the risk of re-offending.

We are looking for applicants who can demonstrate

  • Great communication skills to build positive relationships with a diverse prisoner population.

  • A practical and common-sense approach to solving problems and being able to adapt to challenging situations.

  • Excellent team working skills with colleagues and prisoners to achieve personal and professional goals.

  • An awareness and understanding of Aboriginal people and their culture.

Experienced adult custodial officers

Successful applicants with relevant adult custodial qualifications and experience may be eligible for an Accelerated Training Program at the Academy.

Eligibility

  • You must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or hold Australian permanent residency.

  • You also need to hold an unrestricted Australian driver's licence (minimum C or C-A).

To find out more about this opportunity and to apply for this position, click on the pink Apply button or click the link below:

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Applications must be received before Monday 23 June 2025 at 4.30pm.

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