Overview
Join to apply for the
Custodial Correctional Officer
role at
Queensland Corrective Services
.
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# ****)
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 secure 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!
Visit: Careers | Queensland Corrective Services
Call: ************
Email: ******
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 ****
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