Special Forces Operator

2 days ago

Canberra, Australia Australian Army Full time

**The Role**:
As a Special Forces Operator in the Army, 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.

**Your Military duties include, but aren’t limited to**:

- Operate as a member of a Special Forces team in a multi-team field and urban environment employing Special Forces tactics, techniques and procedures
- Operate and maintain a variety of in-service ADF and Special Forces weapons
- Participate in live fire range practices, including those specific to Special Forces training and operations
- Insert using basic static line parachute techniques onto land or water
- Negotiate vertical obstacles as a member of a Special Forces team in a multi-team field and urban environment employing SF tactics, techniques and procedures
- Insert or extract using Special Forces airborne roping techniques

**You will enjoy benefits including, but not limited to:  **
- Free medical and dental, including access to allied health, rehabilitation, and mental health specialists
- Competitive salary package with incremental salary increases as you gain experience
- Generous Superannuation of 16.4% - a huge 4.4% over the Australian standard
- A subsidised home loan or rent allowance
- Allowances and bonuses which recognise specialist skills and employment types
- The ability to package your salary
- Job security
- Career progression and development
- Good work/life balance
- Travel opportunities
- Excellent social and fitness facilities
- Paid training

**Salary**

In the Army you'll get paid a good salary from day one regardless of your age, experience or qualifications. Upon commencing training, your starting salary will be approximately $58,528 per annum plus 16.4% superannuation and your pay will increase as you progress through training.

As a Special Forces Operator, once passing selection course, you could earn $106,572 per annum plus generous super. On the successful appointment as a Special Forces Operator with assignment to a regiment, your salary could increase to $132,445 per annum plus generous super.

**Eligibility**:
For this role, you must:

- Be at least 17 at the time of enlistment, an Australian Citizen, and have completed an Australian Year 10 education (or equivalent) with passes in English and Mathematics
- If you are not an Australian Citizen, please visit the ADF Careers Eligibility Page to confirm you meet the requirements for a career in the ADF.
- Be reasonably fit and healthy. Keeping fit is a big part of joining the ADF. You’ll need to pass a physical fitness test before you join, but don’t worry, we'll give you tips to help you prepare
- Be able to successfully obtain a security clearance

**How to apply**:

- Click ‘Quick Apply’ to express your interest and speak with a recruiter. An ADF Careers team member will call you within 5 business days.

Pay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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