Army Officer

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Take up the challenge of a varied and rewarding career as a leader and manager in the Australian Army.

Summary about this job

Government - Federal

Company: Defence Force Recruiting

Location: Brisbane

Work type: Full Time

Salary: $70,000 - $74,999

Phone: +61-7-8447-1009

Fax: +61-3-9748-4308

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Opportunity

As an Army Officer (also known as General Service Officer), learn to take command, while enjoying:

  • an excellent salary plus generous superannuation
  • ongoing investment in your personal and career development
  • free medical and dental
  • a good work/life balance
  • rewarding work and world-class training
  • subsidised accommodation
  • a supportive team environment
  • travel and leave entitlements
  • free access to sports and fitness facilities
  • friendships that last a lifetime

All that plus exciting opportunities supporting Army domestic activities, including exercises and operations, with potential deployments overseas in support of Australian and coalition personnel.

Your role

If you have resolve and commitment, and enjoy taking charge in a team environment, you could make an excellent Army Officer (General Service Officer).

The Army provides expert training in leadership and informed decision-making; and the skills you acquire will benefit you throughout your career, whatever path you choose to pursue.

In the Army that path could lead to any number of specialisations, including:

  • Armoured
  • Artillery
  • Engineering
  • Infantry
  • Intelligence
  • Aviation
  • Medical
  • Signals
  • Ordnance, and
  • Transport.

The options for entry include:

  • via a degree course at the Australian Defence Force Academy (ADFA)
  • going straight to the Royal Military College (RMC), Duntroon
  • via a Cadetship if you're pursuing a career in Army Aviation

Upon graduation you could have 30 troops put at your command, and be engaged in missions ranging from Army exercises in the bush to combat operations.

Few management positions offer the variety and career opportunities the Army can. So are you ready for the challenge? Then apply now (below).

Salary

  • Fully-paid leadership training
  • Once trained, starting package approx. $73,000 p.a. plus superannuation
  • Numerous other benefits

Location

  • Training in Canberra, ACT
  • Depending on your specialisation you could be posted to any one of the many Army bases and units across Australia

Entry Requirements

  • At least 17 years of age
  • Australian Citizen
  • Completion of Year 12 with passes in English and three other approved subjects

Exact academic requirements vary by method of entry (such as those required to apply for RMC or a degree course at ADFA). Use the link below for more information.

Medical and fitness guidelines also apply.

How to Apply

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Army Officer (General Service Officer) position description

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