To serve in the ADF you must be an Australian Citizen. If you are not an Australian Citizen, you may still be eligible to join the ADF if you meet certain criteria. Please visit the ADF Careers Eligibility Page for more details.
Your role:
During your role as an Armoured Vehicle crew driver you will employ night fighting equipment, communication systems, navigate terrain during the day and night, apply basic field craft, maintain personnel fitness and participate in dismounted operations.
Your duties include, but aren't limited to:
Drive and take care of these impressive vehicles, keeping them battlefield-ready
Maintaining radio and weapon systems, and contributing to minor servicing of vehicle power plants
Provide mobility, communications, endurance, and combat power
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
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 North QLD, QLD, VIC and the NT.
Salary:
In the Army you'll get paid a competitive salary from day one regardless of your age, experience or qualifications. Upon commencing training, your starting salary will be approximately $56,385 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 $80,549 per annum plus generous super.
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. If you are not an Australian Citizen you may still be eligible to join the ADF if you meet certain criteria, please visit the ADF Careers Eligibility Page for more details.
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 Armoured Vehicle Crew member 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 - Armoured Vehicle Crew (adfcareers.gov.au)
