Mundijong police station’s Officer in Charge senior sergeant Peta Jones is an experienced professional who took up the role to diversify her career experiences.
For more than two decades, Sen Sgt Jones has been in the WA police force after she achieved her childhood dream of becoming an officer.
“Becoming a Police Officer was something I was always interested in, even from a young age,” she said.
“I remember when I was about seven years old, I wrote to the Federal Police – at the time, I didn’t realise there was a difference between State and Federal policing.
“Thinking nothing more of the letter I had sent, I was thrilled when I received a Federal Police Recruiting information pack in the mail. I always remember looking at the booklets.
“That moment really stuck with me and helped shape the path I would eventually follow.”
Sen Sgt Jones said she was encouraged to enrol into the police force by a friend who was an officer but has loved her work ever since then, especially working for the Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale.
“In all honesty, WA Police have exceptional officers both male and female. We support each other which is the most important thing, and we treat each other like family,” she said.
“The community of Mundijong, or rather the Serpentine Jarrahdale Shire community members as a whole have been welcoming.
“The local community groups engage with our station and officers regularly, sometimes including us in their events.
“It is pleasing to see how the community supports us.”
Sen Sgt Jones described herself as a “people person”, which she said helped her secure the job in March as OIC.
“I felt the role of the OIC at Mundijong Police Station would offer some unique challenges but would also be a good fit for me,” she said.
“I am a ‘people person’ and the skills and experience I have gained during my career have prepared me for the role as the Officer in Charge of Mundijong Police Station.
“Personally, I wanted to make sure that I had a solid foundation in policing, gained as much experience as I could and diversified my career roles. Becoming an OIC was part of that.
“I intend to work with the community and stakeholders to provide the best policing service possible so people can go about their daily business feeling safe.”
As someone passionate about her career and its impact on the community, Sen Sgt Jones said she encourages aspiring police officers to join the “blue family”.
“I’m a little biased, of course, but if you’re considering a career as a Police Officer, I wholeheartedly encourage you to go for it,” she said.
“Make sure you’re well prepared—visit the WA Police Let’s Join Forces website and read all the available information.
“Be realistic about what the job entails. Policing is a 24/7 commitment, and while it’s certainly challenging, it also offers incredibly rewarding experiences.”
