Overview
Part-Time Electronic Systems Technician (Tax-Free Pay)
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.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and support electronic control systems and equipment as part of a specialised team.
- Contribute to the upkeep of Army equipment such as tanks, armoured vehicles, missile systems, biomedical devices, remote weapon systems and RADAR systems.
- Collaborate with unit members to refine technician skills, plan exercises and maintain 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 and a flexible service commitment.
Benefits
- Tax-free daily pay
- Free healthcare and accommodation while on exercise or deployment
- A versatile 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 contrast to your day job
- A supportive team environment
- Opportunity to deploy overseas (postings are voluntary)
- Friendships that last a lifetime
- No minimum period of service; you may leave and rejoin the Army Reserve as you like
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. You’ll need to pass a physical fitness test before you join, but you\'ll receive tips to help you prepare
- Be able to successfully obtain a security clearance
- Have completed a Certificate III in Engineering – Electronics (i.e., a qualified Electronics Technician, Communications Technician or Optical Technician) or have evidence of completion of an approved apprenticeship/traineeship with electronic competencies aligned to a Certificate III in Engineering – Electronics
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Salary match and number of applicants may apply. Your application will include the following questions:
- Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
- This is a role within the Australian Defence Force. Do you acknowledge that you are applying to appoint/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?
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