Job Description
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Join to apply for the
Custodial Correctional Officer
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Queensland Corrective Services
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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.
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It's more than a job—it's a chance to influence lives and strengthen our society!
Responsibilities n
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Supporting education, vocational training, and employment programs
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Assisting with cultural engagement initiatives
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Managing prisoner inductions and accommodation units
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Conducting perimeter security and external escorts
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Writing reports for case management
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With specialist areas available, there are multiple paths for career development
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Eligibility and Requirements n
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No Experience? No Problem! You don't need prior experience or qualifications to apply, just a current open or provisional driver's licence.
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Uniforms & Meals Provided: We'll take care of the essentials so you can focus on what you do best
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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# ****)
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Relocation Assistance: Up to $7,000 for eligible recruits willing to move to our regional centres
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Benefits n
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Market-competitive salary: $ - $ per fortnight ($76,584 - $118,635 yearly, incl. superannuation)
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Five Weeks of Annual Leave - More time for what matters most
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Job Security:
Ongoing employment with career progression opportunities
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Diverse Work Locations: Choose from centres across Queensland
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Paid Training: A 10-week, fully paid training program to prepare you for success
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Relocation Assistance: Up to $7,000 for eligible recruits
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Work Arrangements n
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Shift allowances: Custodial Correctional Officers working in correctional centres attract an aggregated shift allowance of 31.5%
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Note: Custodial Correctional Officers working within Courts Unit do not attract aggregated shift allowance (roles are Mon–Fri, 9am–5pm)
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EEO and Diversity n
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We celebrate diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from:
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Women
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Veterans
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People with disabilities
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Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people
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Individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds
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About the Role n
Every day is different. You might oversee prisoner rehabilitation programs, and next ensure safe movement throughout the correctional centre.
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Some of your key responsibilities include
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Supporting education, vocational training, and employment programs
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Assisting with cultural engagement initiatives
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Managing prisoner inductions and accommodation units
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Conducting perimeter security and external escorts
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Writing reports for case management
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Ready to Take the Next Step? n
We're recruiting statewide—and applications are open year-round!
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Visit: Careers | Queensland Corrective Services
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Call:
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Email:
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Apply today to secure your future while making a difference.
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Applications to remain current for 12 months.
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Job Ad Reference: QLD/ CAP/25
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Closing Date: Tuesday, 10th November ****
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