Prison Officers Corrections Victoria location Wellington.

Earn up to A$88,546 with base salary and penalties (AUD). Competitive salary and AUD$5k sign-on bonus. Up to $10,000 regional relocation assistance. Multiple full-time and casual positions available. Focus on work/life balance. Fully paid on-the-job training. Start your secure new role in the Victorian public sector.

If you're keen on a move across the Tasman and are offered an ongoing role at a regional facility, you may be eligible for reimbursement of up to A$10,000 to help with costs like travel, freight, temporary housing and storage. Talk to our recruitment team about how this support may apply to you.

About the role prison 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. It’s a challenging yet rewarding role and is considered one of the best kept secrets in all of Victoria.

About you do 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 you’re a good communicator and enjoy achieving positive outcomes, then you have the qualities needed to become a prison officer.

There are no specific qualifications needed, but you must be an Australian or NZ citizen or hold Australian permanent residency. You must also transfer to an Australian driver’s licence prior to commencing (minimum P2).

What’s in it for you earn up to A$88,546 with a base salary of $61,620 plus penalty rates and overtime. Annual salary increases, 5 weeks annual leave, 3 weeks personal leave and provisions for study leave. 41 days comprehensive paid training (full time). Complete a Certificate III in Correctional Practice (Adult Custodial).