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As a Custodial Correctional Officer, you’ll be at the forefront of safeguarding Queensland, ensuring the security of offenders while guiding them toward rehabilitation. You’ll help shape their journey—challenging them to develop a renewed respect for the law and empowering them to reintegrate as positive contributors to their communities.
It's more than a job—it's a chance to influence lives and strengthen our society!
Responsibilities
- 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
Eligibility and Requirements
- No Experience? No Problem! You don't need prior experience or qualifications to apply, just a current open or provisional driver's licence.
- Uniforms & Meals Provided: We'll take care of the essentials so you can focus on what you do best
- Formal Qualification: Successful applicants will be required to enrol in, and complete, a Certificate III in Correctional Practice (Custodial) as part of their employment (Delivered by Queensland Corrective Services RTO# 5292)
- Relocation Assistance: Up to $7,000 for eligible recruits willing to move to our regional centres
Benefits
- Competitive Salary: $ - $ per fortnight ($76,584 - $118,635 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: A 10-week, fully paid training program to prepare you for success
- Relocation Assistance: Up to $7,000 for eligible recruits
Work Arrangements
- Shift allowances: Custodial Correctional Officers working in correctional centres attract an aggregated shift allowance of 31.5%
- Note: Custodial Correctional Officers working within Courts Unit do not attract aggregated shift allowance (roles are Mon–Fri, 9am–5pm)
EEO and Diversity
- We celebrate diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from:
- Women
- Veterans
- People with disabilities
- Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people
- Individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds
About the Role
Every day is different. You might oversee prisoner rehabilitation programs, and next ensure protected 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
Ready to Take the Next Step?
We're recruiting statewide—and applications are open year-round!
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Apply today to secure your future while making a difference.
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/ CAP/25
Closing Date: Tuesday, 10th November 2026
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📌 Custodial Correctional Officer (City of Ipswich)
🏢 Queensland Corrective Services
📍 City of Ipswich
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