Job Description for SubmarinerTo serve in the Australian Defence Force (ADF), you must be an Australian Citizen.
Alternatively, you may be eligible to join the ADF if you meet certain criteria.
Your role as a submariner offers a unique and stable career opportunity in Australia with many attractive benefits.
This includes a competitive salary from day one, paid on-the-job training, job security, and the chance to work with sophisticated equipment both at sea and ashore.
You can choose from various roles in trades, technical support, engineering, communications, leadership, logistics, or catering.
Electronics Technician Submariner:Maintain underwater sensors, navigation aids, and weapons systems in this technical trade role.
Marine Technician Submariner:Maintain and operate submarine machinery, weapons, and engineering systems, ensuring the vessels remain fully operational and mission-capable.
Sonar Operator:Operate high-tech sensors that provide essential intelligence to your commanders, working in a uniquely supportive environment onboard a submarine.
Chef Submariner:Be a chef in one of Australia's most exclusive kitchens, cooking, planning, and preparing meals onboard submarines.
Electronic Warfare Submariner:Operate submarine surveillance systems to monitor, track, and identify unknown entities.
Communication Networks Operator Submariner:Be the subsurface communications link, operating radios and IT systems to exchange top-secret information onboard submarines.
BenefitsFree medical and dental care16.4% superannuationSubsidised housingTravel opportunitiesJob securityIncremental salary increases as you progress through training and ranksChef-made meals at seaSocial and fitness facilitiesBalance of shore and sea postingsVariety of allowancesSalaryYour initial salary package will start at $90,437 after completing your military and employment training.
For some positions, additional requirements may apply.
EligibilityYou must be over 17 at time of enlistment and an Australian Citizen.
Some positions may also require passes in English, Maths, and Science.
If not an Australian Citizen, visit the ADF Careers Eligibility Page for more details.