Maggie Hamilton, a former Police Scotland officer, shares her experience of joining the Western Australia Police Force. She explains her motivation for seeking a new challenge and the extensive application process she went through.

Maggie discusses the support she received from her colleagues and the similarities and differences between policing in Scotland and Western Australia. She also highlights the improved treatment and quality of life for police officers in Western Australia.

Maggie recommends the move to Western Australia Police Force for those looking for a new challenge!

Takeaways

• Consider seeking new opportunities if you feel stagnant in your current role.
• The application process for joining a new police force can be extensive and involve interviews, assessments, and tests.
• Colleagues and a supportive team can make a significant difference in adjusting to a new police force.
• Policing procedures and paperwork can vary between different forces.
• The quality of life and treatment of police officers can differ between countries.
• New equipment and technology can enhance policing capabilities.
• A career move to a different police force can provide new challenges and opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Sound Bites

• “I needed a bit of a challenge, shake things up a bit, change things.”
• “The right thing to do for you, your family, supportive in your making this significant move.”
• “Having good people around you that you can speak to and take advice from.”

Chapters
00:00.  Introduction and Background
01:33.  Seeking a New Challenge
03:29.  Family Support and Decision-Making
04:28.  Colleagues and Support
05:27.  Policing in Scotland
06:26.  Firearms Training at the Academy
08:22.  Administrative Differences
09:47.  Improved Treatment and Quality of Life
11:11.  New Equipment and Technology
12:36.  Recommendations for a Career Move

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