You appear to meet the basic mandatory requirements for making the move to the WA Police Force. Please note that any body art, such as tattoos, or body modifications will need to be assessed upon applying. You will also need to complete an Integrity Declaration to ensure you meet the standards of the WA Police Force.
My family and I wanted to move to Australia for the adventure and the lifestyle, we love the outdoors and wanted our children to live in a country where being outside was accessible and a way of life.
Western Australia has not disappointed. The people are so friendly and every weekend is like being on holiday. The beaches are all stunning and are easily accessible no matter where you live. There is so much to do on our doorstep we are never short of fun things to do as a family.
It's important you have a strong sense of purpose in creating a safe, thriving WA community. We look for versatile individuals who have passion, empathy and drive.
If you are a current Police Officer from New Zealand, Policing jurisdictions of the United Kingdom (excluding British Transport Police and Military/Defence Force Police) and the Republic of Ireland we will be able to recognise your years of service.
Successful applicants will be sponsored for an Employer Nominated Scheme (subclass 186) Visa. Further information is available on the Home Affairs website.
Note: Eligibility requirements include an age limit of 55 at time of visa application.
If you are from a compatible policing jurisdiction, recognition of service may provide recognition up to a maximum of Constable fifth year.
Those recognised as having the required service to progress to First-Class Constable or Senior Constable base rate, must complete the requirements to progress to these ranks.
The recognition of service that may be approved is outlined in the table below:
| Complete Years’ Service with Compatible Policing Jurisdiction | Recognised Service on Commencement | Salary on Commencement |
|---|---|---|
| Three years’ but less than four years’ of service | Three years’ recognised service | Constable fourth year of service. |
| Four years’ but less than five years’ of service | Four years’ recognised service | Constable fifth year of service. |
| Five years’ service | Five years’ recognised service | Constable, fifth year of service and thereafter until completion of requirements to attain First-Class Constable. First-Class Constable base rate salary then applies. |
| Six years’ service | Six years’ recognised service | Constable, fifth year of service and thereafter until completion of requirements to attain First-Class Constable. First-Class Constable base rate salary then applies. |
| Seven years’ service | Seven years’ recognised service | Constable, fifth year of service and thereafter until completion of requirements to attain First-Class Constable. First-Class Constable increment salary then applies. |
| Eight years’ service | Eight years’ recognised service | Constable, fifth year of service and thereafter until completion of requirements to attain First-Class Constable. First-Class Constable increment salary then applies. |
| Nine years’ service, or more | Nine years’ recognised service | Constable, fifth year of service and thereafter until completion of requirements to attain First-Class Constable. First-Class Constable increment salary then applies until requirements to attain the rank of Senior Constable are successfully completed. |
Yes. If you are from Policing jurisdictions of the United Kingdom (excluding British Transport Police and Military/Defence Force Police) and the Republic of Ireland. Learn more.
