Army Soldier

Army soldiers work in jobs in administration, management, transport, finance, supply and a variety of trades, and as tank drivers, gunners and riflemen.

Soldiers may perform the following tasks:

  • operate and maintain a wide variety of military equipment
  • work as a member of a professional team with a high degree of self-discipline
  • do training, ranging from classroom lectures to operating in a field environment, often in difficult conditions
  • do training across a number of areas that could include navigation, field craft, administration, vehicle maintenance, computer skills and leadership.

The Australian Army consists of various specialist branches called corps.

Army soldiers working in the Australian Intelligence Corps (e.g. intelligence operations analysts, intelligence operators) assist in the planning and execution of army operations by identifying, interpreting and analysing data.

Army soldiers working in the Royal Australian Artillery Corps (e.g. artillery and survey operators, command post operators) are involved in locating enemy targets, providing low-level air defence and producing the firepower needed in combat situations.

Army soldiers working in the Australian Army Band Corps perform and march at national and state ceremonial occasions such as visits by foreign leaders, and entertain troops.

Army soldiers working in the Australian Army Aviation Corps (e.g. aircrew loadmasters, ground crew) are involved in the operation and maintenance of aircraft and their equipment.

Army soldiers working in the Royal Australian Corps of Transport (e.g. marine specialists, movement assistants) are involved in the transport and distribution of soldiers and goods via road, sea or air.

Army soldiers can be posted to capital or regional cities throughout Australia and are expected to serve in a variety of units and formations throughout their careers.

Required Skills - Army Soldier

  • Australian citizenship or eligibility for citizenship
  • meet aptitude and medical requirements
  • physically fit
  • enjoy technical work
  • good interpersonal and communication skills
  • aged between 17 and 35 years
  • willing to serve anywhere in Australia or overseas

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