BRING ALL YOU ARE. SECURE YOUR FUTURE

Applications for Prison Officer positions in Western Australia are open now

Competitive salary on offer $97,610 - $111,150 for Prison Officer Shift

(training salary $75,520 plus superannuation)

Bring all you are. A role with the WA Department of Justice 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.

As a Prison Officer, you will have many employment benefits and personal development opportunities including on-the-job training and a nationally accredited qualification (paid for by the Department).

- Complete a nationally recognised Certificate III in Correctional Practice (Adult Custodial)
- Fully paid for the duration of the training course.
- Work-life balance – 10 shifts per 21 days
- Up to 6 weeks annual leave
- Career and learning development with promotional potential
- Annual salary increases
- Supplied uniforms
- Additional regional incentives for eligible locations

You will be supported on the job by experienced staff and management, as part of the team working to keep the WA community safe.

Various locations available

Join our team as a Prison Officer at one of several facilities located in the Perth metropolitan area or regional locations including Albany, Bunbury, Greenough (Geraldton), Roebourne and West Kimberley (Derby).

Perth-based applications may be placed at Bandyup (West Swan), Casuarina (Casuarina), Hakea (Canning Vale) or Melaleuca (Canning Vale).

As a Prison Officer

You will be part of a team that maintains the safety and good order of the prison,



by working with and supervising prisoners of all security levels across a rotating roster and responding to day-to-day situations.

Beyond the operational responsibilities, this is more than a security role. It is a people focused profession where communication, resilience and professionalism are essential. Your role will also include modelling and encouraging positive behaviour change and contributing to rehabilitation of the people in your care. If you are passionate about community safety this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact. We are looking for applicants from all backgrounds who can demonstrate:

- Great communication and people skills, helping to connect with and support a diverse prisoner population.
- Common sense, resilience and adaptability especially when navigating quick paced or challenging situations.
- Teamwork orientated mindset to build collaboration with colleagues and prisoners to achieve personal and professional goals.
- An awareness and understanding of Aboriginal people and their culture, and the ability to work respectfully with people from diverse backgrounds.
- The ability to model the values of the West Australian Department of Justice.

Eligibility

To be eligible to apply for this role, applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements:





- Be an Australian citizen or Permanent Resident, or a New Zealand citizen.
- Hold a current Australian C-Class driver's licence with no restrictions (no L-Plates, P-Plates or E-Plates), or equivalent.
- Must not have previously submitted an unsuccessful re-engagement application or had their employment terminated from a custodial role within the Department

Experienced adult custodial officers

Successful applicants with relevant adult custodial qualifications and experience may be eligible for an Accelerated Training Program (ATP) at the Academy. These programs allow experienced officers who meet the eligibility requirements to complete their training within a shorter period. Refer to the Information Booklet for details.

Overseas and Interstate Applicants

Applicants who apply from locations outside of Western Australia may be required to travel to Perth for some assessments. Recruitment will provide advance notice to allow for travel arrangements to be made. All travel arrangements will be at the applicants own cost.

Smoke Free Policy

The Department of Justice is progressively transitioning to a smoke-free custodial estate.

Smoke-free arrangements have already been implemented at the Corrective Services Academy and all women's prisons, with implementation across the remaining prison sites anticipated.

Applicants should be aware that smoking restrictions apply at a growing number of Department workplaces and will continue to expand as the smoke-free transition progresses.

Equity and Diversity

The Department of Justice is committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We actively promote the employment of Abor

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