Police Recruit

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Full Time Average
Weekly Wage
$1,901 to $2,460
Earnings for full-time employees before tax.

The ranges are for all ages and levels of experience, so they cannot be used to determine what an individual worker will actually earn.
Full Time/Part Time
Split
95%5%
This shows the proportion of workers who work part-time.

The information uses the Australian Bureau of Statistics definition of part-time, which is working less than 35 hours per week.
Currently Employed
Workers
74,100
The total number of people employed in Australia in November 2025 for this occupation.

It includes both full-time and part-time workers.
Future Job Openings
Next Five Years
< 5k
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Current
Unemployment
Low
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An occupation may have high unemployment but may also be experiencing shortages for particular skills.
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Career Details

What does it take to become a Police Recruite?

Western Australia Police are seeking people with a passion for policing in a challenging and rewarding career to be trained in one of the most advanced law enforcement training facilities in the world.

The course is physically and psychologically demanding and designed to prepare you for life as a Police Officer. Upon completing the 28 week Academy course and subsequent probationary period, you can achieve a Diploma in Public Safety (Policing).

WA Police outcomes:

Lawful behaviour and community safety;
Offenders apprehended and dealt with in accordance with the law; and
Lawful road-user behaviour.

Constable Aiden Tucker said:

I love the Police training, it’s a great balance of classroom and physical learning

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Link - Police Recruit