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Overview Applications for Prison Officer in Western Australia are now open. Competitive salary on offer $94,082 - $107,133 pa for Prison Officer Shift (initial 12 week training salary $72,791 pa) plus superannuation. Starting a career with the WA Department of Justice is your chance to make a real difference supporting rehabilitation, strengthening community safety, and using your life experience to guide people toward better choices. What youll get Fully paid accelerated training program Work-life balance - 10 shifts per 21-day roster Up to 6 weeks annual leave Annual salary increases Ongoing support and mentoring from experienced staff We are currently seeking Prison Officers for facilities in the Perth Metropolitan area, Albany, Bunbury, Greenough (Geraldton) and West Kimberley (Derby). In Perth, you will be placed to Bandyup (West Swan), Casuarina (Casuarina), Hakea (Canning Vale) or Melaleuca (Canning Vale). Role and expectations As an Experienced Adult Custodial Officer bring your skills and experience to the WA prison estate. Your abilities will support a professional team that maintains the safety and good order of the prison, working with prisoners of all security levels across a rotating 24/7 shift roster. Alongside operational responsibilities, youll be in a hands-on and people-centred role: guiding daily interactions, de-escalating tense moments, and modelling constructive communication to help individuals build skills for safer, more positive decision-making. If youre looking to continue your career in corrections and contribute to rehabilitation and community safety, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact. What were looking for Commonsense, resilience and adaptability especially when navigating fast paced and challenging situations Effective teamwork skills to build collaboration with colleagues and prisoners to achieve personal and professional goals Cultural awareness understanding of Aboriginal culture and the ability to work respectfully with people from diverse backgrounds Accelerated Training Program Successful applicants with relevant adult custodial qualifications and at least two (2) years of experience may be eligible for an Accelerated Training Program (ATP) at the Academy. Our team of professional training staff will review your qualifications and years of service to determine suitability for the ATP. If appointed to the ATP, your prior experience will be assessed to potentially start at a higher salary after training. Please note that rank cannot be maintained. More information on the ATP is included in the information booklet attached to the main advertisement. Eligibility to Apply You must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or hold Australian permanent residency. You also need to hold an unrestricted Australian drivers licence (minimum C or C-A). Former employees only: not have had an unsuccessful re-engagement application or termination from the Department. To find out more about this opportunity and to apply for this position, click on the pink Apply button or click the link below: Apply Here Applications must be received before Thursday 30 April 2026 at 4.30pm First round of interviews will commence in the week of 23 February 2026. Be careful - Dont provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don''t transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad. #J-18808-Ljbffr