Custodial Correctional Officer – Queensland Corrective Services

Step into a career where every day brings the opportunity to make a lasting impact. As a Custodial Correctional Officer, you’ll safeguard Queensland, ensuring 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.

Applications for the Wacol precinct and Woodford Correctional Centre are currently closed. If you select either of these locations as your preference, your application will not be considered.

Why Join Us?

As a Custodial Correctional Officer, you'll play a vital role in ensuring community safety while helping individuals rebuild their lives. You will secure offenders, assist in their rehabilitation, and guide them toward a successful life free of crime.

Perks

- Competitive Salary: $2936.50 – $4547.33 per fortnight ($76,584 – $118,635 yearly, incl. superannuation)
- Five Weeks of Annual Leave
- Job Security with career progression opportunities
- Diverse Work Locations across Queensland
- Paid 10‑week training program
- Formal Qualification: Certificate III in Correctional Practice (Custodial) – required upon employment through Queensland Corrective Services RTO# 5292
- Uniforms & Meals Provided
- Relocation Assistance: Up to $7,000 for eligible recruits willing to move to regional centres (Capricornia, Townsville, Lotus Glen)
- Note:



Custodial Correctional Officers in correctional centres attract a 31.5% aggregated shift allowance; Court Unit officers do not.

Outstanding Experience Requirement?

No experience? No problem. You don't need prior experience or qualifications to apply, just a current open or provisional driver's licence. We seek individuals from all walks of life—trades, hospitality, education, finance, or Defence Force. Energy, empathy, and resilience are key.

We celebrate diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities, Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people, and individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds.

Key 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
- Specialist areas available—multiple paths for career development

Ready to Take the Next Step?

We’re recruiting statewide—applications are open year-round. Secure your future while making a difference. Apply today!

Applications remain current for 12 months.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/669841CAP/25

Closing Date: Tuesday, 10th November 2026

Occupational Group

Emergency & Protective Services

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Public Safety

Contact:

Call: 07 3565 7252
Email: [email protected]

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📌 Custodial Correctional Officer (Cairns North)
🏢 Queensland Corrective Services
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