PSO quote
The job has many benefits that have surprised me. The work/life balance has been refreshing after coming out of the military. I have had time to catch up with friends and family, as well as start things that wouldn't be possible with other jobs.
- Michael, Protective service officer
Brett joined the AFP in 2002 as a Protective Service Officer and quickly showed the abilities and work ethic that saw him promoted to Team Leader in 2007 and Sergeant in 2008. PS Inspector Brett has a wealth of knowledge and experience having worked in Protection, Aviation, SRG, Learning and Development and now Specialist Protective Command. PS Inspector Brett is excited for this chapter;
“I am really looking forward to the challenge … to be able to have an influence on how the SPC officers are deployed and the operational model in Northern Command. I am excited to provide their leadership and try to re-imagine and develop the roles PSOs have in the future. It is a lifestyle move and one that myself and my family are looking forward to.”
Brett, PSO Inspector
PSO careers around Australia
PSO careers around Australia
Protective Service Officer courses are conducted several times a year. Training takes place at the AFP College in Canberra, however we have deployments in:
- Canberra
- Pine Gap
- Exmouth
- Sydney
- Geraldton
AFPRecruitment are always available to assist with course dates and provide further details on remote locatlies.
PSO Entry-level roles
Entry-level roles
Entry-level protective services officer roles in the AFP are highly sought-after. After successfully completing the Federal Police Development Program you will be deployed in line with the AFP’s operational priorities and the needs of the organisation at that time.
What does the day in the life of a PSO look like?
The role of a Protective Service Officer is varied. Depending on your role, you will undertake work like:
- Vehicle patrols
- Diplomatic protection
- Drone operations
- Uniformed operations
- Plain clothes operations
- Armed first response
- Static security deployments
- Public Order Management
- Liaison with other agencies
Our PSOs consistently tell us that one of the highlights of the role is that every day is different. Even on slower days, PSOs are able to carry out additional training which is great for long-term career advancement.