Prison Officer – Special Operations Group
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Corrective Services
Salary: POSH, $94,082 - $107,133 per annum + Super (POA)
Position number: Pool Ref 232106
Work type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: SOG Base - Hakea Prison
Closing date: 2026-01-09 4:30 PM (YYYY-MM-DD)
See the following attachments:
SOG Information Booklet.pdf
SOG Pre-Selection Assessment Guideline.pdf
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Overview
We’re actively recruiting for immediate vacancies in our Special Operations Group (SOG) – a dynamic and disciplined team committed to excellence in emergency response and operational support. We’re seeking motivated individuals who lead fit and active lifestyles, demonstrate strong personal integrity, and thrive in high-pressured environments. If you’re ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role, this could be your next career move.
Responsibilities
Apply your exceptional communication skills to resolve conflict across diverse and complex situations.
Maintain peak physical and mental fitness to ensure safe and effective emergency response.
Operate as part of a highly trained team undertaking critical roles, including:
Responding to major incidents
Delivering operational and emergency response training
Providing perimeter security
Conducting searches
Escorting high-security and specialist individuals
What It Takes
Respect, integrity, sound judgement, self-discipline, and initiative
Strong teamwork and the ability to follow direction while building positive working relationships
Independence and reliability in structured environments with minimal supervision
Cultural awareness and the ability to work respectfully with people from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
In support of strategic workforce diversity initiatives, Corrective Services strongly encourages applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and individuals from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Eligibility Requirements
Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, or have permanent residency status within Australia
Possess a current, unrestricted Australian C or C-A class driver’s license
Have a Working with Children Check (or obtain one prior to appointment)
Meet all requirements to be added to the Department of Justice corporate firearms license
Must not have previously submitted an unsuccessful re-engagement application or had their employment terminated from a custodial role within the Department
Have a valid first aid HLTAID011 qualification (or be willing to undertake and/or renew necessary accreditation prior to appointment)
You must also meet strict medical, physical, and psychological screening standards.
Part of this process requires you to successfully complete a Pre-Selection Test on one day between Tuesday 10 February 2026 and Thursday 12 February 2026. The attached Guide will assist you in preparing for this.
If appointed, new SOG officers must successfully complete all mandatory foundation training and assessment requirements upon engagement. In addition, SOG Officers are required to undertake ongoing learning and development activities to maintain a satisfactory level of skills, knowledge and fitness as required of the position.
Further Information
For more detail about the process, requirements and other benefits please refer to the SOG Officer Information Guide. If you would like to learn more about the role, then register for one of our information sessions to get a firsthand perspective from some of our current SOG Officers. To reserve your free ticket, please click here.
Contact Recruitment at recruitment@justice.wa.gov.au if you experience difficulties with booking online.
How To Apply
Please ensure you review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) and SOG Officer Information Guide to ensure you prepare your best possible application. These documents contain frequently asked questions to assist you.
During The Application Process, We Require You To Submit
A current, comprehensive resume/CV that highlights your suitability for this position in the context of the selection criteria in the Job Description Form.
The details of two referees who are your current or recent direct line supervisor or manager.
Additionally, you will be asked to provide detailed responses (up to 250 words per question) to the two online application questions below:
Provide an example of when you worked with others to manage a challenging situation. What actions did you take to assess risks, make sound decisions, and respond appropriately?
Tell us about a time when you had to communicate clearly with others. How did you change your approach to suit the people you were talking to and make sure things stayed calm and respectful?
It is important you include examples and provide as much information as you can regarding your skills, knowledge, and abilities. This is a highly competitive process, and your response and CV will be evaluated during the shortlisting phase.
All remaining job-related requirements and/or role specific criteria will be assessed throughout the recruitment process.
Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted. Emailed applications will not be accepted.
To submit your application, click the Apply for Job button at the bottom of this page.
Pool Recruitment
There are 18 positions available. This pool will be open for a period of twelve months, during which time recommended applicants can be considered for positions if and when they arise. A successful application and placement in the SOG appointment pool does not guarantee an offer of employment. Applicants found suitable in this pool, may be considered for subsequent, similar vacancies at similar locations, with the Department of Justice for the duration of the pool.
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 Aboriginal Australians, people with disability, youth, and other diversity groups. People with disability who indicate they require support will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.
The Department of Justice respectfully acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land as being the first peoples of this country. We embrace the vast Aboriginal cultural diversity throughout Western Australia and understand the importance of fostering respectful partnerships with Aboriginal colleagues, clients, and those in our care. We are committed to building a workplace culture that values inclusion and diversity.
Aboriginal job seekers may contact the Aboriginal Workforce Development Team on aboriginalworkforcedevelopment@justice.wa.gov.au or call (08) 9264 1700 for culturally appropriate application advice.
Applicants with disability requiring adjustment or accessibility requirements at any stage of the selection process can contact WorkforceDiversity@justice.wa.gov.au or call (08) 9264 1700 for a confidential discussion.
Please reach out to the Corrective Services Recruitment team via email recruitment@justice.wa.gov.au or telephone 1800 974 199 for any additional information or assistance.
If you would like further information regarding the position and/or vacancy please contact Jay Delamotte, SOG Assistant Superintendent Operations on 9366 6804 or 0428 100 370 for a confidential discussion.
Applications close: Friday, 9 January 2026 (4.30 pm WST)
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