- $8,000 sign-on bonus
- Competitive salary and benefits
- No prior qualifications required
- Fully paid on-the-job training
- Start your secure new career in the public service

Western Plains Correctional Centre (Western Plains) is Victoria’s newest maximum-security correctional facility.

Western Plains takes a people-first approach to offender management. The well-being of staff and the people in our care is the top priority, and we work to make a positive impact on the community every day.

This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to help shape the future of corrections.

Corrections Victoria is seeking full-time prison officers to join the team at Western Plains.

The role

As a prison officer, you play a crucial part in a person’s rehabilitation journey and ensure the safety and security of the facility.

Prison officers supervise daily activities, support positive behaviour, and respond to incidents to ensure the safe operation of the prison.

You will be challenged, but your resilience and dedication will help you thrive.

What we’re looking for

We’re seeking good communicators who approach each day with a positive mindset and a belief that people have the capacity to change.

There are no specific professional background or qualifications needed for the role. It’s your life experience that counts in this job.

What’s in it for you





✔ Earn up to $93,938 with a base salary of $65,373 plus penalty rates and overtime
✔ Annual salary increases, 5 weeks annual leave, 3 weeks personal leave and provisions for study leave
✔ 43 days comprehensive paid training (full time)
✔ Complete a Certificate III in Correctional Practice (Adult Custodial)
✔ Learning and career development opportunities.

New prison officers are eligible for a bonus of up to $8,000. Six months after commencing, you will receive a payment of $4,000. Then, after one year’s full-time employment, you will receive an additional payment of $4,000. Conditions and eligibility criteria apply, see our website for details.

Eligibility

You must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or hold Australian permanent residency. You also need to hold an Australian driver’s licence (minimum P2).

Information session

Join a free online information session to learn about the role from our panel of experts. Learn about daily life and have your questions answered by real-life prison officers. Book online.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,373.00 – $93,938.00 per year

Benefits:

- Maternity leave
- Parental leave
- Career development assistance
- Relocation assistance

Work Location: In person

📌 Prison Officer - Western Plains (Melbourne)
🏢 Department Of Justice And Community Safety - Corrections Victoria
📍 Melbourne