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Assistant Watchhouse Officer
Capricornia District Gladstone Patrol Group; Capricornia District; Central Region; Gladstone
A career with the Queensland Police Service (QPS) is dynamic, challenging and ultimately rewarding.
As an Assistant Watchhouse officer at the Gladstone Watchhouse you will provide basic level security, administrative and logistical services in the supervision and control of person in custody at the watchhouse. This supervision will include escorting prisoners to and from Police Airwing and to the local Correctional Centre.
Refer to the role description for more information.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Emergency & Protective Services |
| Classification | OO4 |
| Workplace Location | Rockhampton region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/695844/26 |
| Closing date | 04-Aug-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Senior Recruiting Officer |
| Contact details | Phone: 07 3099 6365 Access the National Relay Service |
Your key accountabilities
The core capability requirements for this role are:
• Perform Watchhouse functions relevant to the administration, supervision and monitoring of persons in custody and visitors to the Watchhouse.
• Prepare and maintain prisoner files and records.
• Operate and monitor electronic surveillance and movement control systems in accordance with established procedures.
• Maintain Watchhouse records in line with Queensland Police Service (QPS) policy and procedure.
• Assist in the processing of persons received into custody in line with QPS policy and procedures.
• Supervise and provide for the welfare, comfort and security of prisoners.
• Prepare and maintain records of prisoner's health requirements; monitor the medical needs of prisoners and arrange an appropriate level of medical assistance as required.
• Assist senior staff with issues impacting on the overall operational management of the Watchhouse.
Role Requirements
Mandatory
• Possession of an Open C Class Drivers Licence.
Other
• This position requires wearing an Assistant Watchhouse Officer uniform and adherence to the QPS Code of Dress and Appearance. This position requires working a shift work rotational roster, i.e. 24-hour, 7 day roster.
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Further information
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Multiple positions available.
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