Air Force Electrician
If you're an electrician or are looking to go into that trade but want a bit more excitement, then training to be an Air Force electrician could be for you. Working in an armed forces role could see you travelling internationally and undertaking a variety of exciting tasks using your skillset. On top of that, you'll be continuously developing your leadership skills and getting the chance to challenge yourself during adventurous training, whilst developing your knowledge of in-depth electrical systems.
What Could I Earn?
Your salary is split into different parts and totals $49,171 before training and $69,045 Australian dollars after training, with part of it compensating you for your military service and the impact it may have on your personal life, such as deployments and fitness training. Another part is allocated for uniform allowance and helps you to maintain your kit and care for it. Additional payouts could be offered for overseas deployments and additional training which includes developing your trade skills as an electrician, specialising on different pieces of equipment the Air Force uses, which allows power to be distributed among the various essential pieces of equipment they use. You'll also be provided with state-of-the-art tools in order to fulfil your duty.
Where Could I Operate?
The Australian Armed Forces are currently working across the globe on a variety of different operations, including Operation OKRA combating Daesh, as well as undertaking humanitarian missions in different parts of Africa and during times of international and national crisis. There are even opportunities to work alongside naval electricians in support of Australia's commitment to maritime security.
What Entry Requirements Do I Need?
Having a good technical knowledge as an electrician is all well and good, but if you want to make it in the Air Force, there are certain physical requirements you have to meet. As a woman under 25, you need to be able to do 10 push-ups, 65 sit-ups, a 30 second flexed arm hang and a 2.4 km run in less than 13 minutes. As a man, this is 25 push-ups, 65 sit-ups, a 30 second flexed arm hang and a 2.4 km run in less than 12 minutes. On top of this, you need to be an Australian citizen and pass various aptitude tests. The great thing is that if you're not a trained electrician, you can acquire these qualifications during your service.
To learn more, contact your local electricians today.
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