Make a Difference—Become a Custodial Correctional Officer

Queensland Corrective Services – Etna Creek QLD

Why Join Us?

As a Custodial Correctional Officer, you'll receive:

Market-competitive salary: $2936.50 - $4547.33 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: Receive a 10-week, fully paid training program to prepare you for success

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)

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 - Townsville, 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.

At Queensland Corrective Services, we celebrate diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from:

Women

Veterans

People with disabilities

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!

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Job Ad Reference: QLD/669841CAP/25

Closing Date: Tuesday, 10th November 2026

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