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    Why work with us?

    Do you want to make a positive difference in the lives of some of Queensland’s most vulnerable community members? A career with us could be your opportunity to create meaningful change. We do this by:

    • Protecting and promoting the rights, interests, and wellbeing of children and young people in visitable locations.
    • Support adults with impaired decision-making ability.

    Join us in building a Queensland where everyone can live with dignity and respect. If you’re values-driven, committed, and accountable, we’d love to hear from you!

    What roles are available?

    We offer a wide range of roles to suit different skills and interests, including:

    1. Guardian
    2. Guardian (appointed for legal matters)
    3. Community Visitor
    4. Legal Officer
    5. Investigations Officer
    6. Other roles

    Guardian

    Guardians make personal and healthcare decisions for adults with impaired decision-making ability. If the adult can’t make the decision, even with support, the guardian considers their views, wishes, and preferences before making the decision for them.

    Community Visitor

    As community visitors we:

    • Visit children in out-of-home care, youth detention, and other locations to ensure they’re safe and well.
    • Visit adults with impaired decision-making ability at visitable sites to ensure they’re receiving proper care.

    Legal Officer

    As legal officers we:

    • Advocate for children and young people in child protection or youth detention.
    • Assist adults with impaired decision-making ability with legal matters (excluding finance or property matters).
    • Provide legal advice and assistance to the Public Guardian.

    Investigator

    Investigators look into allegations of abuse, neglect, or exploitation of adults with impaired decision-making ability. Most cases involve financial abuse, especially of elderly people. If an allegation is substantiated, investigators take action to protect the person from further harm.

    Other roles

    We also offer careers in:

    • Policy
    • Human resources
    • Information technology
    • Communication and community education
    • Finance
    • Data and business analytics
    • Contact centre
    • Administration

    What does a day in the life look like?

    Take a look at our "day in the life" stories to see how our staff make a difference each day, the challenges they face, and the rewards of working in such diverse roles.

    Staff testimonial

    “The best part of my job is having the privilege of working with some of the most vulnerable people in our community and knowing that I am making a difference to their lives every day” —  Melissa, Guardian.

    What are the benefits of working with OPG?

    As an OPG employee, you’ll enjoy the benefits of Queensland public sector employment, including:

    • A 36.25-hour working week with flexible working arrangements.
    • Up to 12.75% employer-funded superannuation.
    • Job security as part of the Queensland Government.
    • Salary packaging options, such as novated lease cars for permanent employees.
    • Generous leave entitlements, including parental leave.
    • Special leave for domestic and family violence, emergencies, disasters, and other reasons.
    • Long service leave after seven years.
    • Potential recognition of long-service and sick-leave entitlements from previous government or educational employment.

    What development opportunities are available?

    We support our staff with extensive development opportunities, including:

    • Targeted induction and onboarding programs for new employees.
    • Mentoring and shadowing programs, including leadership development initiatives.
    • Inclusion, diversity, and equity programs, such as:
      • First Nations Yarning Circle—supporting cultural capability and advocating for First Nations staff.
      • Just Ability Working Group—creating open and supportive workplaces for employees with disability.
      • Just Pride Working Group—supporting our LGBTIQ+ employees.
      • DJAG Women’s Network—promoting gender equity in the public sector.

    Where are we located?

    Our head office is in Brisbane, where 60% of our staff are based. We also have regional offices in:

    • Ipswich
    • Townsville
    • Cairns

    Additionally, about a third of our team works remotely as community visitors, offering flexibility and autonomy.

    What is the recruitment process?

    We advertise job vacancies on Smart Jobs, SEEK, LinkedIn, Ethical Jobs, and graduate and First Nations job boards.

    Here’s how the process works:

    1. Find a role and apply

    • Submit your application.
    • We’ll review it and let you know if you’ll move to the next stage.

    2. Assessment

    • For some roles, you may complete a ‘take-home’ task, such as a role-play or content assignment, to give you a better idea of the job.

    3. Face-to-face interview

    • Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview, either in person or via video call.
    • The panel may include OPG employees and an independent representative from another government department.

    4. Decision

    • If you’re the most suitable candidate, we’ll offer you the position.
    • If you’re unsuccessful, you can ask for feedback.

    5. Onboarding

    • Once you accept our offer, we’ll provide orientation, training, and ongoing support to help you thrive in your role.

    What is our commitment to diversity?

    We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that respects and promotes human rights and diversity.

    We strive to ensure our workplace reflects the communities we serve. Your unique background and experiences will be a valued and integral part of our work.

    Ready to make a difference?

    Join us today and help improve the lives of Queensland’s most vulnerable people.

    Last updated: 1 October 2025