Assistant Watchhouse Officer , Queensland Police Service

Here’s a fantastic opportunity to join one of Queensland biggest teams as a Assistant Watchhouse Officer #qldpolice.
QPS provides places of detention across the state for persons in police custody who have been denied bail, or who may be awaiting their first or subsequent appearance in court, or prisoners who are remanded or sentenced until they are transferred to either a youth detention or correctional facility.
Job details Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Security
Classification OO4
Workplace Location Sunshine Coast
Job ad reference QLD/539404/24
Closing date 19-Feb-2024
Yearly salary
Fortnightly salary
Total remuneration
Salary Other
Job duration until 31/12/2024 with possibility of extension
Contact person Taleah Kutija
Contact details Phone: 3099 6367
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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 and maintenance of current first aid and resuscitation qualifications.
• Possession of an Open C Class Drivers Licence.

Qualification:

• Nil

Technical/ Operational/ Educational Experience:

• Nil

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.

HOW TO APPLY:

• Applicants MUST apply on SmartJobs utilising the ‘Apply online' button below. Please ensure a current resume is uploaded.

Please refer to Watchhouse Officer Applicant Guide for additional information.
Various Watchhouse Officer positions located at Caloundra (with possibility of working from Maroochydore or Caboolture as required).
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
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