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Job Title


Prison Officer


Company : Corrections Victoria


Location : Castlemaine, Victoria


Created : 2025-10-09


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Earn up to $91,202 with base salary plus penaltiesRegional relocation assistance of up to $10,000 availableFully paid on-the-job trainingStart your secure career in the public sectorDo you have a passion for making a difference in your community and want to work with a diverse range of people? This could be the job for you.If youre a good communicator and enjoy achieving positive outcomes, then you have the qualities needed to become a prison officer.$8,000 sign-on bonusNew prison officers are now eligible for a bonus of up to $8,000. Six months after commencing, you will receive a payment of $4,000. Then, after one year''s full-time employment, you will receive an additional payment of $4,000. Conditions apply, see website for details.About the rolePrison officers support the rehabilitation of people in custody and help maintain the safety and security of the facility.Most people in custody return to the community, and the focus of a prison officer is to create opportunities for them to make better decisions.Its a challenging yet rewarding role and is considered one of the best kept secrets in all of Victoria.There are no specific qualifications needed, but you must be an Australian or NZ citizen or hold Australian permanent residency. You must also hold an Australian drivers licence (minimum P2).Whats in it for youEarn up to $91,202 with a base salary of $63,469 plus penalty rates and overtimeAnnual salary increases, 5 weeks annual leave, 3 weeks personal leave and provisions for study leave41 days comprehensive paid training (full time)Complete a Certificate III in Correctional Practice (Adult Custodial)Regional relocation assistance of up to $10,000 for a move to regional VictoriaInformation sessionJoin a free online information session to learn about the role from our panel of experts. Learn about daily life and have your questions answered by real-life prison officers.Corrections Victoria operates Victorias adult prison system, delivering targeted interventions that help reduce the risks of reoffending and prioritising safety and managing rehabilitation programs that support behavioural change.By working with Corrections Victoria, you will join the team helping to make Victoria safer. Join a diverse team in a secure role with structured training, real career pathways, and a new challenge every day. #J-18808-Ljbffr