Time for a tree change?

Make the move to the Grampians as a prison officer at Hopkins Correctional Centre (Ararat).

Our new Grampians Tree Change Package offers you an $8,000 sign-on bonus plus up to $10,000 in relocation assistance to support your move. This covers the costs related to your relocation such as travel, freight, temporary housing and storage.

You need to currently live more than 100km from Hopkins and be willing to move within an 100km of your new workplace.

We have multiple full-time and casual positions available at Hopkins. With a focus on work-life balance and competitive pay and benefits, your new career is closer than you think!

Conditions and eligibility criteria apply. Find out more about the Grampians region and our Tree Change Package via our website.

Prison Officers - Hopkins Correctional Centre

Competitive salary and $8k sign-on bonus*

Multiple full-time and casual positions available

Focus on work/life balance

Fully paid on-the-job training

Start your secure career in the public sector

About the role

Prison officers are essential to the operation of the prison. Your work will be dynamic, and every day will be different. You will:

Be a positive influence on prisoners

Support prisoner rehabilitation through case management

Protect the safety and security of staff and prisoners

As a prison officer, you play a crucial part in a person’s rehabilitation journey and ensure the safety and security of the facility. You will be challenged, but your resilience and dedication will help you thrive.

There’s no specific professional background or qualifications needed for the role. We’re seeking good communicators who approach each day with a positive mindset and a belief that people have the capacity to change.

What’s in it for you

✔ Earn up to $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)
✔ Learning and career development opportunities.

Eligibility

You must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or hold Australian permanent residency. You also need to hold an Australian driver’s licence (minimum P2).

Information session

Join 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.

Let us know if you have any questions by emailing [email protected].