Salary & Allowances
Kick start your policing journey with 28-weeks paid training and a competitive salary. After graduating from the academy, you’ll receive annual incremental pay increases.
Police officer
| Position | Base salary (gross per annum*) | Average potential earnings (gross per annum*) |
|---|---|---|
| Academy Training (Police Officer - Entry-Level) | $65,589 | N/A |
| Probationary Constable (First 18 months) | $83,544 | $103,463 |
| 3rd Year of Service | $86,096 | $110,523 |
| 4th Year of Service | $88,177 | $110,523 |
| 5th+ Year of Service | $90,263 | $110,523 |
The WA Police Force contribute 11% as part of the Superannuation Guarantee scheme, which is paid on top of the base salaries provided above and may also be applicable on certain allowances.
*Base salary as per the WA Police Force Industrial Agreement 2022.
**Average potential earnings over the 2022/23 Financial Year, based on earnings of full time employees. Includes allowances, shift penalties and overtime which vary by position and location.
Climb the ranks
After your fifth year, as you start to climb the ranks and if you get promoted to senior positions, you will receive further salary increases in line with your responsibilities and experience.
| Position | Base salary (gross per annum*) | Average potential earnings (gross per annum*) |
|---|---|---|
| First-Class Constable (After 5 years) | $95,306 | $119,469 |
| Senior Constable (9 years+) | $102,142 | $126,032 |
| Sergeant | $112,643 | $138,780 |
| Senior Sergeant | $125,490 | $149,131 |
The WA Police Force contribute 11% as part of the Superannuation Guarantee scheme, which is paid on top of the base salaries provided above and may also be applicable on certain allowances.
*Base salary as per the WA Police Force Industrial Agreement 2022.
**Average potential earnings over the 2022/23 Financial Year, based on earnings of full time employees. Includes allowances, shift penalties and overtime which vary by position and location.
There are other pathways and opportunities you can consider when starting your career with the WA Police Force. These include Police Auxiliary Officer roles, our Cadet program and our Aboriginal Cadet program. Take time to explore the many opportunities available to you.
Police Auxiliary Officer
(Gross salary per annum)
| Position | Salary |
|---|---|
| Training Salary | $55,884 |
| Full-time Salary Band 1 | $66,075 - $72,675 |
| Full-time Salary Band 2 | $74,736 - $80,567 |
| Full-time Salary Band 3 | $83,374 - $89,916 |
Cadet and Aboriginal Cadet program
(Gross salary per annum)
| Position | Salary |
|---|---|
| 17 years old | $33,211 |
| 18 years old | $37,960 |
| 19 years old | $42,713 |
| 20 years old | $47,461 |
| 21+ years old | $51,498 |
Beyond the base rate
Salaries increase yearly through negotiated pay rises. The above figures are base rates, excluding penalties and allowances. Shift penalties apply to weekends, afternoons, evening and night shifts.
Police Officers Enjoy extra benefits
Flexible Leave options
- Six-weeks annual leave
- Opportunities to purchase additional leave
- 14 weeks of paid parental leave
- Leave for training with defence forces
- Long service leave after 10 years, and then every seven years of continuous service thereafter
