About us

The NSW Police Force (NSWPF) is one of the largest police forces in the western world, with more than 20,000 employees, including more than 4,000 administrative employees who support the sworn officers that provide a range of law and order services 24 hours a day, seven days a week to the socially, geographically and culturally diverse community of NSW.

About the role

We have an opportunity for a Musician - Band Member (Drum Kit & Percussion) to be part of our NSW Police Band, Public Affairs Branch. The Musician contributes to the positive promotion of the NSWPF through community engagement by performing as a musician in the NSW Police Band.

This position attracts an allowance for doubling on a second musical instrument. In addition, the NSW Police Band shuts down for three weeks over the Christmas/ New Year period, as well as a two-week period during the end of term 2 NSW school holidays every year, where annual leave is taken. 

A Working With Children Check (WWCC) is a prerequisite for this role.

• The applicant is responsible for applying for their own WWCC (an employer cannot apply on behalf of a worker) and if the outcome is a clearance, the Check is valid for five (5) years and may be used for any child-related work in NSW.
• You can apply for a Working With Children Check by clicking here

What we can offer you

At NSWPF our people have access to a range of benefits that help balance life at work and at home. Some of the benefits available when you join the NSWPF include:

• competitive salary;
• flexible work options;
• opportunity to purchase leave;
• annual leave loading;
• corporate wellbeing programs including seminars and the Fitness Passport;
• free annual influenza vaccination;
• salary packaging options via superannuation contributions or a novated vehicle lease;

• convenient location for public transport and to shops etc.