Advanced Communications Systems Specialist

1 week ago


Devonport, Tasmania, Australia New Zealand Defence Force Full time

Explore a career with the New Zealand Defence Force as an Advanced Communications Systems Specialist.

About the Role

The primary responsibility of this role is to provide secure, reliable, and effective communications using tactical and strategic means. This involves incorporating radio, satellite, visual, and Information Technology (IT) networks within a classified and non-classified environment.

This role requires continuous communication across various platforms, which demands flexibility and adaptability. As a specialist in this field, you will be required to work rostered shift rotations, both ashore and at sea.

Additionally, you will undergo training in general seamanship tasks such as slipping and berthing, boat operations, anchoring, underway replenishment, upper deck maintenance, and ship's husbandry.

This role offers opportunities for professional growth and development, including additional trade training, command, and management courses.

Key Responsibilities

  • Providing secure, reliable, and effective communications using tactical and strategic means.
  • Incorporating radio, satellite, visual, and IT networks within a classified and non-classified environment.
  • Working rostered shift rotations, both ashore and at sea.
  • Undertaking training in general seamanship tasks.

Career Progression

Your career as an Advanced Communications Systems Specialist will offer numerous opportunities for advancement. You can expect to progress through ranks, gaining additional skills and qualifications, and increasing your salary accordingly.

As you gain experience, you will have access to various training programs, including additional trade training, command, and management courses. These programs will enable you to enhance your skills and take on more challenging roles within the organisation.

Salary and Benefits

As an Advanced Communications Systems Specialist, you can expect a competitive salary, starting at approximately $122,331. In addition to your salary, you will also receive various benefits, including:

  • A competitive salary.
  • Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
  • A range of health and wellbeing benefits.
  • Access to subsidised food and accommodation.
  • Free and subsidised insurance cover.

Required Skills and Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will need to possess the following skills and qualifications:

  • A minimum of 17 years of age upon entry.
  • 3 years secondary school education.
  • Medically fit for service.
  • Meet the minimum entry fitness standards.
  • Colour perception requirements may apply.

Location and Deployment

As an Advanced Communications Systems Specialist, you will be deployed across various locations, both ashore and at sea. Your duties will involve working in a dynamic environment, requiring flexibility and adaptability.

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