Army
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Discover your Army: Everyone has their own story
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Discover your Army: Everyone has their own story
They may wear the same uniform but everyone in the Army has their own story.
Protecting the interests of Australia and our people
HELPING COMMUNITIES AND SUPPORTING INTERNATIONAL OPERATIONS
Adapting to challenges
With potential threats coming from unexpected places, the Army adapts quickly to meet these complex challenges. This includes maintaining our ability to deploy effectively when required and investing in the latest military technology. We also provide world-class training to ensure all of our people are equipped with the skills to adapt to future strategic needs.
What we do
Army history
Traditions we honour
Become part of time-honoured traditions that serve as a reminder of our rich history. They are important in building the Army's esprit de corps – our spirit of comradeship and our commitment to each cause.
- The salute, acting as both a greeting and a symbol of mutual respect, belief and trust
- The minute's silence to honour the sacrifice of those who have died
- Remembrance Day and The Ode of Remembrance honouring the sacrifices made by officers and soldiers in years past
- The giving of medals to recognise outstanding individual effort or involvement in significant operations.
Real Stories
Life in the Army
Army Corps
You’ll be working from one of our bases around Australia.
Transport (ADF Gap Year)
Spend your Gap Year in the driver's seat of a range of high-spec military vehicles, such as 4WDs, off-road forklifts, trucks and road trains to transport people and vital supplies.
Ways to enter role
ADF Gap Year
Supply Chain (ADF Gap Year)
Experience being part of one of the largest logistics organisations in Australia during your Army Gap Year.
Ways to enter role
ADF Gap Year
Electronic Systems Technician
Bring your passion for state-of-the-art tech to the Army where you’ll work on the electronics in military vehicles, weapons systems, communications equipment and more.
Ways to enter role
General Entry: TechnicalGeneral Entry: Qualified
Vehicle Mechanic
Maintain and service an exciting variety of high-tech military vehicles including tanks, armoured personnel carriers, trucks, bulldozers, 4WDs and motorbikes.
Ways to enter role
General Entry: TechnicalGeneral Entry: Qualified
Artillery Soldier
Use powerful weapon systems, cutting edge battle management systems and advanced surveillance equipment to identify, target and destroy threats on land, in the air or at sea.
Ways to enter role
General Entry: Non-technical
Fuel Specialist
Manage and distribute fuel and lubricant supplies while also carrying out refuelling in this action-packed role that keeps trucks, tanks and helicopters operational.
Ways to enter role
General Entry: Non-technical
Human Resources Administrator
Conduct a variety of administrative, clerical and financial tasks, whilst engaging in physical training and exercises in this office role with a difference.
Ways to enter role
General Entry: Non-technical
Warehouse Coordinator / Storeperson
Keep the Army moving in this crucial logistics role, handling the receipt, storage and delivery of military equipment and supplies for operations in any environment.
Ways to enter role
General Entry: Non-technical
Telecommunications Technician
Work at the cutting edge of telecommunications, keeping the Army connected by managing and maintaining advanced satellite systems and cyberspace capabilities.
Ways to enter role
General Entry: Technical
Driver
Get in the driver’s seat of a range of high-spec military vehicles, such as 4WDs, off-road forklifts, trucks and road trains to transport vital supplies.
Ways to enter role
General Entry: Non-technical
Intelligence Analyst
Bring your analytical and communication skills to bear in a highly classified role, where you’ll use cutting-edge technology to support Army operations with critical intelligence.
Ways to enter role
General Entry: Non-technical
Communication Systems Operator
Join a dedicated team of cyber communication experts harnessing cutting-edge tech to enable the Army to stay informed and have a decisive edge in defending Australia.
Ways to enter role
General Entry: Non-technical
Chef
Join the team that keeps the Army nourished and fit for duty, creating nutritious meals in a variety of environments and locations in this part-time role.
Ways to enter role
General Entry: Non-technical Reserve
Recovery Mechanic
Bring your mechanical skills to a part-time role with the Army Reserve focused on recovering damaged and disabled Army vehicles from the field.
Ways to enter role
General Entry: Non-technical Reserve
Metalsmith
Help keep Army vehicles and equipment mission ready in a rewarding, part-time role with the Army Reserve that draws on your metalworking expertise.
Ways to enter role
General Entry: Technical Reserve
Electronic Systems Technician
Work on the state-of-the-art electronics in military vehicles, weapons systems, surveillance devices, and communication and medical equipment in this rewarding, part-time role.
Ways to enter role
General Entry: Technical Reserve
Communication Systems Operator
Join a team of cyber communication experts as an Army reservist and utilise high-tech radio and satellite systems to support domestic security and disaster relief across Australia.
Ways to enter role
General Entry: Non-technical Reserve
Artillery Observer
Be the eyes and the ears of the battlefield in this adventure packed part-time role. Use high-tech equipment to locate enemy targets and gather battlespace intelligence.
Ways to enter role
General Entry: Non-technical Reserve
