Navy Officer
Navy officers manage, lead, train and take responsibility
for maintaining the team spirit and safety of the Navy's
non-commissioned officers and sailors in both peacetime and
wartime.
Navy officers mainly work in the Seaman, Aviation, Supply
and Engineering fields as well as in various support
specialisations. Women can work in all areas of the Navy.
A Navy officer may specialise as an:
Aeronautical Engineering Officer who maintains Navy
aircraft and associated systems.
Aviation Officer (Observer) who conducts a range of
tasks such as navigation, identifying other ships or operating
weapons on board Navy aircraft.
Aviation Officer (Pilot) who flies the Navy's planes
and helicopters from the Navy's Air Station in NSW or from
vessels at sea.
Dental Officer who treats and diagnoses teeth and
mouth problems of Navy personnel.
Legal Officer who practises Military and Discipline
law, Civil and Administrative law and International and
Operations law and assists Boards of Inquiry, appears before
Courts Martial or provides legal aid to Navy personnel.
Marine Engineering Officer who is responsible for
maintaining a ship's mechanical and electrical systems and
repairing any damage to the structure of the vessel.
Medical Officer who provides health services for
Navy personnel in Navy hospitals, on board ships or in
emergency situations.
Nursing Officer who is responsible for the general
health of all personnel and may become involved in specialist
areas like occupational health and safety.
Seaman Officer who is responsible for the control
and safety of the ship. With further training they can then
specialise in Navigation and Warfare.
Supply Officer who manages the Navy's purchasing and
distribution systems, personnel, finances, logistics planning,
catering and financial accounting.
Training Systems Officer who is responsible for
overseeing the design, quality control and delivery of
training in the Navy.
Weapons Systems Officer who is responsible for the
maintenance and functioning of a ship's weapons and their
systems. Ashore they perform duties in the technical training
of sailors and the maintenance of shore installations.
Required Skills - Navy Officer
- prepared to accept responsibility
- able to lead and motivate others
- Australian citizenship or eligibility for citizenship
- meet aptitude and medical requirements
- if under 18 years, have parent's or guardian's consent
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