AddressYour role:
This is a driving job with a difference – you’ll operate a variety of high-performance vessels on military operations and disaster-relief scenarios.
As a member of a large and highly-organised team, you'll play a pivotal role within the Army’s distribution network. Your day-to-day tasks will involve planning the movements of personnel, supplies and equipment – and be responsible for their safe delivery by water.
Your duties include, but aren’t limited to:
- Operate Army watercraft and amphibious craft
- Perform deck hand duties on board Army Watercraft
- Operate weapons fitted to amphibian and landing craft
- Operate communication and electronic navigation equipment
You will enjoy benefits including, but not limited to:
- Free medical and dental, including access to allied health, rehabilitation, and mental health specialists
- Competitive salary package with incremental salary increases as you gain experience
- Generous Superannuation of 16.4% - a huge 5.4% over the Australian standard
- A subsidised home loan or rent allowance
- Allowances and bonuses which recognise specialist skills and employment types
- The ability to package your salary
- Job security
- Career progression and development
- Good work/life balance
- Travel opportunities
- Excellent social and fitness facilities
- Fully paid training
Location:
Following your initial military training, you could be posted to one of the many Army bases and units across Australia. The majority of these positions are located in QLD but posting opportunities also exist in VIC, NSW, WA and the NT.
Salary:
In the Army you'll get paid a good salary from day one regardless of your age, experience or qualifications. 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 and initial employment training, you could earn $77,451 per annum plus generous super.
Apply now:
For this role, you must be an Australian citizen, over 17 at the time of enlistment, hold a provisional or full driver’s licence, 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 Army Marine 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 - Marine Specialist (adfcareers.gov.au)
"The Australian Defence Force is an equal opportunity employer. This advertisement is to ensure women are aware of the rewarding and fulfilling careers available in the Navy, Army and Air Force. Females are encouraged to apply, however all roles are open for Australian men and women to apply."
