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<p>As a Special Forces Operator, you could serve in:</p>
<ul>
<li> 1st Commando Regiment (1 Cdo Regt) in Sydney or Melbourne</li>
<li>Special Air Service Regiment (SASR) in Perth</li>
<li> 2nd Commando Regiment (2 Cdo Regt) in Sydney</li>
</ul>
<p>Your suitability for service in Special Operations Command (SOCOMD) will be assessed during the Special Forces Selection Course (SFSC).</p>

You will be paid while you train, and on completion of your Initial Military Training and Employment Training, you’ll earn at least:

Training

Your starting salary

Trained

Your salary once trained

In the Army you'll get paid a good salary from day one regardless of your age, experience or qualifications; and your pay increases as you progress through training.<br><br>In addition to your salary you'll receive a variety of allowances, extra pay for relevant qualifications – plus 16.4% superannuation, a far higher rate than you're likely to find in the civilian world.

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<p>Take on the role of a lifetime when you become a Special Forces Operator. </p>

<p>Whether you’ve had a long-term interest in Defence, or are simply wanting more out of life than your trade or corporate job can offer – a career as a Special Forces Operator could be the right fit for you. Don’t settle with ordinary. Strive for extraordinary.</p>

<p>Special Operations are military activities conducted by specially designated, organised, trained and equipped forces. Special Forces (SF) personnel are screened, selected, trained and equipped to conduct Special Operations. They integrate into combined ADF missions and work closely with allies, partners and other government agencies.</p>

<p>As a SF Operator, you’ll be part of a diverse workforce that is always evolving because the strategic environment is ever-changing. Our high-performing teams aren’t made up of those who ‘fit the mould’ – there is no mould. SF Operators come from different backgrounds, possess varied skillsets, and hold an array of interests. </p>

<p>Diverse by nature, SF Operators unite in their pursuit of excellence, professionalism and desire for a greater level of purpose. You’ll be surrounded by likeminded people who possess a growth mindset and strive to reach the next level. </p>

<div class="p"><strong>What you’ll do:</strong></div>

<p>SF Operators don’t shy away from an increasingly complex and contested strategic environment. They are close combatants, primed and ready to operate in highly technical battlespaces, respond to non-traditional adversaries, and keep pace with rapidly evolving threats.</p>

<p>Responsibilities extend across a broad spectrum of operations, including participation in short notice operations both in Australia and overseas. Special Operations are generally expeditionary in nature and can involve special reconnaissance missions, offensive targeting and/or working with foreign partners.</p>

<p>SF Operators must be capable of operating in environments characterised by high complexity, isolation from friendly forces, high levels of stress, danger and environmental hardship.</p>

<div class="p"><strong>As a SF Operator, you may be required to:</strong></div>
<ul>
<li> Operate as an individual or a member of a team and employ tactics, techniques and procedures specific to Special Operations.</li>
<li> Perform combat survival tactics and operate in all environments. </li>
<li> Apply advanced close quarter battle, close quarter fighting and urban and rural fighting techniques applicable to Special Operations.</li>
<li>Operate and maintain a variety of in-service ADF and SF weapons. </li>
<li> Participate in live fire range practices, including those specific to SF training and operations.</li>
<li> Negotiate vertical obstacles using specialised climbing techniques.</li>
<li> Conduct insertion via military free fall parachute or using basic static line parachute techniques onto land or water. </li>
<li>Insert or extract using SF airborne roping techniques.</li>
<li> Apply first aid in a combat environment.</li>
<li> Operate secure tactical and operational communications equipment.</li>
<li> Operate specialist vehicles during SF training and operations.</li>
<li> Operate in the maritime environment and perform the coxswain duties on SF watercraft.</li>
<li>Plan, brief, control and report close air support on the battlefield for ADF and major coalition partners. </li>
</ul>

<div class="p"><strong>What you’ll get out of it:</strong></div>

<p>In addition to the benefits you’ll receive as a member of the ADF, you’ll also get perks that are unique to the SF Operator role, including:</p>

<ul>
<li>Adventure – You’ll get access to opportunities and experiences, not offered anywhere else. This can include exposure to high-risk, high-reward operational environments which the wider ADF may not have access to.</li>
<li>Growth – You’ll work with passionate, like-minded individuals who all strive for excellence. Unlock a deeper level of purpose and sense of achievement, personally and professionally. </li>
<li>Opportunity – You’ll gain access to specialised training to enhance your skillsets. Belong to a high-performing team, use cutting-edge equipment and work across multiple domains. Make a strategic level impact on the ADF’s response to rapidly changing threats.</li>
<li>Compensation – You’ll receive a higher salary and additional allowances for your specialised skillset and extra qualifications. </li>
</ul>

<div class="p"><strong>Suitability:</strong></div>

<p>You can become a SF Operator directly through the Direct Recruitment Scheme (DRS) pathway – no prior ADF experience is required. By doing so, you’ll receive specific physical training programs and mental preparation resources in the lead up to the Special Forces Selection Course (SFSC). You’ll also get exposure to SF members along your journey.</p>

<p>You must demonstrate all ADF values in both word and action. In addition, you’ll need to display the role-specific attributes. Special Forces 13 common attributes are personality traits and values that can be observed through behaviour. These include: Leadership, Trainability, Teamwork, Self-Discipline, Perseverance, Initiative, Adaptability, Integrity, Communication, Emotional Regulation, Humility, Independence, and Judgement.</p>

<div class="p"><strong>Process:</strong></div>

<p>Upon the completion of your initial military training, you’ll undertake the Infantry Corps initial employment training. Following this, the SF Operator pathway includes the Special Forces Entry Test (SFET) and Special Forces Selection Course (SFSC).</p>

<p>The rigorous process is designed to identify your character attributes in order to determine suitability to Special Operations service and your ability to successfully pass the training continuum. Physical and mental preparation is key to increasing your chance of success.</p>

<div class="p"><strong>In-Service Information</strong></div>
<div class="p">Employment Category Number (ECN): <strong>079</strong></div>
<div class="p"><strong>Employment Category: <strong>Combat</strong></strong></div>



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Great salary from day one, which increases with experience

Generous superannuation of 16.4% – a huge 4.9% over the Australian standard

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