The probationary constables had their first day on the force on Monday, after graduating from the academy in Goulburn on Friday.

Of the eight, six will remain in Dubbo while one will go to Gilgandra and another will train in Wellington.

For Benjamin Camm, starting as a police officer has meant moving from the city.

"There is a stigma around town that there's a lot of crime but I'm here to learn so I think I've found the right place to do that," he said.

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Probationary Constable Camm, said he was nervous but excited about the new role.

"I wanted a job where I was giving back to the community and also new every day. I wanted a job that was different to any other office job, which is what I used to do," he said.

The first day was an induction, but from day two, they'll be hitting the streets.

Orana Mid-Western Police District commander Superintendent Peter McKenna said the officers were about to embark on the ride of their lives.

"It's going to be a fun rollercoaster that they're going to be on," he said.

"They're going to see the best and the worst of humanity but they're also going to understand how important their role is in the community. People out there rely upon us. We are their voice, we are their action and we are their consequence at times."

Superintendent McKenna said he had a good talk to the group about life as a cop in a regional area.

"A good police officer is someone who cares. They have to have a good attitude and understand that they're not above the community or below them, that they are the community and they want to help," he said.

"You have to care about the community, you have to care about your reputation and the reputation of the police."

Each of the probationary constables will be paired with a senior officer as they begin their on-the-job training.

Dubbo MP Dugald Sauders said the region was in safer hands thanks to the new recruits.

"I am proud to welcome these men and women and wish them every success in their policing careers," he said.

A total of 269 students attested from the police academy.