The QPS provides places of detention across the state for persons in police custody who have been denied bail, are awaiting their first or subsequent court appearances, or prisoners who are remanded or sentenced until their transfer to a youth detention or correctional facility. The Redcliffe Watchhouse works in partnership with various QPS units, government, and non-government agencies to ensure the safety, health, and welfare of all prisoners. It also facilitates the movements of prisoners, including receiving prisoners from location within Moreton District.

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Job details

The QPS provides places of detention across the state for persons in police custody who have been denied bail, are awaiting their first or subsequent court appearances, or prisoners who are remanded or sentenced until their transfer to a youth detention or correctional facility. The Redcliffe Watchhouse works in partnership with various QPS units, government, and non-government agencies to ensure the safety, health, and welfare of all prisoners. It also facilitates the movements of prisoners, including receiving prisoners from location within Moreton District. In this role, you will assist with the processing and management of prisoners within the Moreton District.

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 - 

• While the primary location for this position is Redcliffe, members may be required to work at any Watchhouse Facility within the Moreton District, including Caboolture or Strathpine.
• This position requires wearing an Assistant Watchhouse Officer uniform and adhering to the QPS Code of Dress and Appearance.

Note: This position involves 24 hour rotational shift work, including afternoon, night, weekend and public holidays shifts. These shifts attract penalty rates in addition to the base wage.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/671292/25

Closing Date: Monday, 8th December 2025

Further information

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Documents

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• 671292-25-Role Profile (Word, 4.83MB)
  
  
  671292-25-Applicant Information Guide (Word, 227KB)