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As an ICT Specialist, you will operate advanced systems to provide effective lines of communication over large distances, ensuring the Army is always connected. It’s a hands-on role where you’ll establish, operate, and maintain voice and data networks and services over advanced military systems and networks. No experience is required, and you’ll gain highly sought-after ICT skills, which may lead to recognised qualifications, and experience to set you up for a successful and rewarding career as an ICT specialist in the military and beyond.
The ICT Specialist pathway will provide you with the skills to advance in one of three roles:
- Information Systems Technician - learn to build and maintain data networks, through installation and management of high-tech military software and hardware.
- Communication Systems Operator - learn to operate and manage radios and advanced equipment to establish communications networks that are crucial to the success of Army operations.
- Telecommunications Technician - learn to install and maintain satellite terminals and advanced networks in a hands-on role at the forefront of the ICT industry.
You will enjoy benefits including, but not limited to:
- Free medical and dental
- Competitive salary package with incremental salary increases as you progress through training and ranks
- Generous Superannuation of 16.4%
- Job security
- Career progression and development
- Good work/life balance
- Travel opportunities
- Excellent social and fitness facilities
- Subsidised housing
Location:
Following your initial military and employment training, you could be posted to one of the many Army bases and units across Australia. ICT Specialists are employed across most Army locations primarily North QLD, QLD, NSW, SA and the NT.
Salary:
Upon commencing training, your starting salary will be approximately $54,815 per annum plus 16.4% superannuation and your pay will increase as you progress through training.
On completion of your Initial Military Training (IMT) and Initial Employment Training (IET), you could earn $77,450 per annum plus 16.4% Superannuation.
Apply now:
For this role, you must be an Australian citizen, over 17 at the time of enlistment and have completed an Australian Year 10 education (or equivalent) with passes in English and Mathematics.
You must also be able to successfully obtain a security clearance and meet the minimum medical and fitness requirements. Further information can be accessed via Army - Quick Eligibility Check (adfcareers.gov.au)
Click the APPLY button to start your journey to becoming an ICT Specialist and we’ll get in contact with you shortly.
Visit the link below to view the full position description and learn more about life in the Army: Army - ICT Specialist (adfcareers.gov.au)
