This is a permanent, full time vacancy. There are 3 permanent positions available for immediate filling.
About the role
The Sheriff's Operations Centre (SOC) is a critical business unit within the Operations and Capability Branch, delivering 24/7 operational support to the Sheriff's Office across Western Australia. As the central coordination hub, the SOC plays a vital role in supporting frontline operations, providing timely advice, situational awareness, and operational coordination. The team is responsible for managing critical incident notifications, delivering security and operational advice, providing tactical support to mitigate operational risks, and coordinating resources for regional court circuits, including both in-person and audio-visual proceedings. Operating seven days a week as the Sheriff's Office's central point of contact, the SOC contributes to the safe, efficient, and effective delivery of court security and custodial services across the state, ensuring a coordinated response to operational demands and emerging issues. The Sheriff's Office of Western Australia plays a vital role in supporting the justice system and community safety across the State.
Our responsibilities include:
Enforcing civil court orders
Enforcing fines, penalties and infringement notices
Serving witness summonses on behalf of the State
Delivering court and tribunal security and custodial services
Managing jury services across Western Australia
Suitability Requirements
Shapes and Manages Strategy – demonstrated ability to analyse operational information, identify emerging risks and issues,



and contribute to operational planning and decision‐making to support safe and effective service delivery across a complex operational environment.
Achieves Results – demonstrated experience coordinating operational activities in a fast‐paced environment, including managing competing priorities, responding to incidents, and ensuring the timely delivery of services and operational support.
Communicates and Influences Effectively – well‐developed communication skills, including the ability to provide accurate operational advice, prepare clear reports and briefings, and communicate effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders during routine operations and critical incidents.
The suitability requirements outlined will be what the panel will assess throughout the selection process.
Eligibility
Special requirements – It is a requirement of the position holder to hold a valid driver's licence.
Advantages and opportunities
Flexible working arrangements
Career pathway opportunities
Learning and development opportunity programmes
Health and wellbeing programmes including Fitness passport providing a wide range of gym, pool, and fitness Centre discounts available for employees and their families.




Check out the attached Applicant Information Pack to find out other benefits of working for Justice.
Subsequent Vacancies
Applicants found suitable but not recommended for this vacancy may be considered for subsequent similar vacancies for a period of twelve (12) months, in accordance with section 7d of the Commissioner's Instructions No.48 – Recruitment, Selection and Appointment to Permanent Vacancies, and section 9d of the Commissioner Instructions 49 – Recruitment, Selection and Appointment to Fixed Term Vacancies. Permanent, fixed term, full time and part time appointments may be offered in the Perth Metropolitan area during this period.
For further job‐related information, if you would like further information regarding the vacancy please contact Craig Moody, Principal Project Officer on ************** for a confidential discussion.
Equity and Diversity
The Department of Justice is committed to building a diverse, inclusive and accessible workplace that reflects the community we serve. We strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support by following this link . Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process. For a confidential discussion about support or adjustments, please contact the person listed above or email .
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📌 Operations Support Officer (Perth)
🏢 Department Of Justice
📍 Perth