Hi, I’m Guy – a new recruiter here at Corrections. Over the past while, I’ve been talking to our frontline teams to get a feel for the type of people who work here and what it takes to do this job. I’ve spent time with our corrections officers, community teams, health specialists, and the folks who keep everything running behind the scenes to understand the challenges they face every day.
The truth is, it ain’t glossy. It’s tough, real, sometimes gritty – but always rewarding. And it matters. I’m not just looking at CVs – I’m looking for a certain type of person. You can’t be a lone wolf or a do-gooder either. You’ve got to be calm under pressure, able to read a room, non-judgmental, big-hearted, patient, and keen to help keep communities safe.
Sound like you? Check out what the real job involves and apply today.
Find your place
Corrections isn’t just one role - it’s a team effort with different skills and strengths. So, where do you fit? Let me walk you through the options.
Custodial
Health
Rehabilitation
Education, employment and trades
Community and reintegration
Supporting services
Custodial
This is where safety starts. You’ll be face-to-face with people in prison, keeping things secure and respectful. It’s not just about locks and gates - it’s about managing situations, building trust, and helping people head in a better direction. If you can stay calm under pressure and connect with people, this could be your spot.
Health
Our health team looks after the wellbeing of people in prison. Psychologists, nurses, mental health specialists - they’re all here making sure care is delivered where it’s needed most. It’s challenging work, but you’ll see the impact every day. If you want a role in a unique environment, working with diverse and complex needs, this is it. You’ll never stop learning.
Rehabilitation
This is where change happens. You’ll run programmes that tackle the tough stuff - addiction, behaviour, decision-making. You’ll work with people to build better habits and a better future. It’s not easy, but if you believe people can turn things around, you’ll love this work.
Education, employment and trades
Our vocational team teaches practical skills that open doors after prison. Carpentry, catering, trades - you’ll help people learn and prepare for real jobs. If you’re patient, hands-on, and like seeing progress, this is your space. You’re not just teaching - you’re changing futures.
Community and reintegration
Not everything happens inside prison. You’ll work with people serving sentences out in the community - guiding, monitoring, and supporting them to stay on track. It’s about trust and tough conversations when needed. If you’re good with people and want to make a difference, this is for you.
Supporting services
Our support team makes sure the frontline can do their job. From HR and finance to IT and admin, they clear roadblocks and keep things moving. If you’re organised and like being the person who gets things done, you’ll fit right in. It’s behind the scenes, but nothing works without this crew.
Need a hand?
Got questions? Need some advice? Or just want a bit of help with your application? I’m here for that. Flick me a message and I’ll point you in the right direction. Sometimes it’s easier to talk things through, so don’t be shy - reach out.