Overview
Your Role
Working with a team of highly trained technicians, you'll maintain state-of-the-art electronic control systems, such as those used in the Abrams Tank and Australian Light Armoured Vehicle (ASLAV). You could also work on advanced missile systems, bio-medical equipment, remote weapon systems, electronic surveillance devices and RADAR systems, among other Army equipment. When you meet with your unit, you'll refine your technician skills, plan upcoming exercises and keep up your soldiering training.
Why join the Army Reserve?
If you're looking for a new challenge, the Army Reserve could be for you. You'll enjoy the satisfaction of giving something back to Australia, while benefiting from:
Tax-free daily pay
Free healthcare and accommodation while on exercise or deployment
A flexible time commitment, serving anywhere from 20-100 days per year
Easy to fit into your lifestyle with the option to work close to home
Rewarding work that may be in complete contrast to your day job
A supportive team environment
May have the chance to deploy overseas (postings are voluntary)
Friendships that last a lifetime
No minimum period of service, allowing you to leave and come back to the Army Reserve whenever you like
Boost your Income
The pay you receive in the Army Reserve goes straight into your pocket with no deductions for tax, and it increases as you gain seniority and experience.
On completion of your initial military and employment training, you could earn a package worth at least $240/day tax-free. Additional amounts are paid for time spent on exercises and deployments.
Eligibility
For this role, you must:
Be at least 17 years of age when you enter the ADF
Have completed an Australian Year 10 education (or equivalent) with passes in English and Mathematics
Be an Australian citizen. If you are not an Australian Citizen you may still be eligible to join the ADF if you meet certain criteria, please visit the ADF Careers Eligibility Page for more details
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 we'll give you tips to help you prepare
Be able to successfully obtain a security clearance
Have completed a Certificate III in Engineering – Electronics (i.e. be a qualified Electronics Technician, Communications Technician or Optical Technician) or have evidence of the completion of an approved apprenticeship or traineeship that predominately contains electronic competencies aligned to a Certificate III in Engineering – Electronics and any period of permanent employment stipulated for that trade
Apply Now
Click the APPLY button if you're excited by this opportunity, and we'll contact you shortly.
Your application will include the following questions:
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
There is a role within the Australian Defence Force. Do you acknowledge that you are applying to enlist in the military?
It is a requirement that you will maintain an ongoing level of fitness and undertake military training (including using a weapon). Are you willing to undertake these requirements?
The Australian Army is a professional organization that develops a versatile and contemporary team dedicated to protecting the nation, its interests and its people.
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📌 Part-Time Electronic Systems Technician (Tax-Free Pay)
🏢 Australian Defence Force
📍 Melbourne