BRING ALL YOU ARE. SECURE YOUR FUTURE

Applications for Prison Officer positions across Western Australia are now open.

A career as a Prison Officer offers more than job security. It is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference while building a rewarding and respected profession. Every day presents new challenges, new experiences, and the chance to contribute to safer communities across Western Australia.

Salary & Benefits

Upon Appointment as Prison Officer (Shift)

· $97,610 - $111,150 per annum (pro rata) + 12% superannuation

· Excellent work-life balance, 10 shifts every 21 days

· Additional regional allowances of $223.81 or $111.90 per fortnight paid for eligible locations.

· Regional retention payments of $11,960 or $5,980 paid after every three years of continuous service at eligible regional locations.

During Training

· $75,520 per annum (pro rata) + 12% superannuation

· Fully paid training

· Nationally recognised Certificate III in Correctional Practice (Adult Custodial)

Additional Benefits

· 10 shifts every 21 days

· Up to 6 weeks annual leave

· Salary packaging opportunities

· Ongoing learning and career development

· Stable public sector employment

· Generous regional incentives

· Full uniform supplied

Various locations available

We are currently seeking Prison Officers for facilities in the Perth metropolitan area, Albany, Bunbury, Eastern Goldfields (Kalgoorlie-Boulder), Greenough (Geraldton), Roebourne and West Kimberley (Derby).

If appointed to a Perth-based position, you may be placed at Bandyup (West Swan), Casuarina (Casuarina), Hakea (Canning Vale), or Melaleuca (Canning Vale).

The Role

As a Prison Officer,



you will help maintain the safe and secure operation of the prison while supporting rehabilitation outcomes.

You will

· Supervise daily activities and programs

· Build professional relationships

· Communicate effectively and resolve conflict

· Apply sound judgement in challenging situations

· Work as part of a supportive team

· Contribute to rehabilitation and community safety

This is more than a security role. It is a people-focused profession where communication, resilience and professionalism are essential.

Who We are Looking For

Bring all you are. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and value a range of work and life experiences.

Successful Prison Officers are

- Strong communicators

- Resilient and adaptable

- Team-oriented

- Respectful of diversity and different cultures

- Calm under pressure

- Professional and reliable

Experienced adult custodial officers

Successful applicants with relevant adult custodial qualifications and recent experience may be eligible for a Accelerated Training Program at the Academy.

Eligibility

· You must be an Australian or Recent Zealand citizen or hold Australian permanent residency.

· Current unrestricted Australian driver’s licence (minimum C or C-A), or equivalent overseas licence eligible for direct conversion to a WA C-class licence.

· Former employees only: must not have had an unsuccessful re-engagement application or a termination from the Department.

· One application per advertised vacancy.

Find Out More To learn more about the role and recruitment process, join a free information session or search ‘Prison Officer’ or visit justice.wa.gov.au/prisonjobs

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📌 Prison Officer (Albany)
🏢 Department of Justice WA
📍 Albany