Western Australian Police Force – Police Officer

Position Title

• Full-time, beginning with paid training based in Joondalup, Western Australia
• Postings in Metropolitan and Regional Western Australia
• Competitive salary with annual incremental pay increases as service and experience continues.

The Company

The Western Australia Police Force protects and serves one of the world’s largest jurisdictions. Guided by values of duty, integrity, teamwork and care, we enforce the law, prevent crime and coordinate emergency responses across metropolitan and regional communities. With over 9,000 dedicated employees, we serve communities from the heart of Perth to some of the most remote corners of the state.

The Opportunity

The Western Australia Police Force is looking for people like you.

Covering the world’s largest police jurisdiction, our Police Officers provide trusted, valued policing, helping, protecting and supporting the people of Western Australia every day. We’re looking for hardworking, resilient people from all walks of life who are passionate about their community.

Police Officers are first responders, arriving in times of need and often supporting people through their most difficult moments. Based at metropolitan and regional stations across the state, they serve diverse communities, maintain public safety, and lead vital investigations.

You’ll begin at the Western Australia Police Academy as a recruit, undertaking 28 weeks of paid training to build the skills and confidence needed to be operationally ready. Upon graduation, you’ll be appointed as a Probationary Constable, continuing to grow with guidance from the Probationer & Cadet Development Unit. Once probation is successfully completed, you’ll be appointed to the rank of Constable – and from there, the door opens to specialist roles across the Force.

Learn more about the role and application process on the Let’s Join Forces website.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate emergencies.
• Enforce the law and prevent crime.
• Maintain public safety and order.
• Provide victims with assurance of immediate safety and support.
• Engage with the community whilst providing high visibility policing and respectful, professional engagement.

About You

• Honest, resilient and calm under pressure.
• Act with integrity in everything you do.
• Work well in a team and care about your community.
• Communicate clearly with people from all walks of life.
• Reasonable level of fitness and personal drive.
• Analytical, comprehension and problem solving skills.

Eligibility

• Aged 17 years and 6 months or older.
• Australian or New Zealand Citizen, or Permanent Australian Resident.
• Hold a current Manual ‘C’ or Automatic ‘C-A’ class Driver’s License (provisional licences are accepted).
• Hold a current First Aid Certificate (HLTAID003 or HLTAID011), or are able to obtain one within 90 days of applying

Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual incremental pay increases as service and experience continues.
• Explore exciting career paths in a diverse range of sectors, as well as access to comprehensive training courses, further education and professional development.
• Access to six weeks of paid annual leave, in addition to other leave, including sick leave, carers leave, rest days, cultural leave, military leave and bereavement leave.
• Free fitness facilities available at most Police Stations, as well as a range of coordinated events promoting participation in healthy activities.
• Access to psychological and counselling services, including Psychologists, Peer Support Officers and Chaplains.

How to apply

Apply for the WA Police Force through the Let’s Join Forces website, or visit one of the WAPOL Recruitment Centres to chat with the Recruiting team.

Alternatively, contact [email protected] for a confidential discussion.