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Electronic Systems Technician (Tax-Free Pay)

Australian Army Reserve
Canberra, ACT
A$240 p/h
Trades & Services → Technicians
Part-time
On-site

Posted 16 days ago


Your Role

If you’re looking to work with some of the most unique military equipment in the world, experience adventure and support the community, the Army Reserve has an exciting opportunity for you.

As a part-time Electronic Systems Technician, you’ll play a crucial role in the maintenance of critical electronics and instruments of the Army. You’ll get to apply your existing skillset and bring the experience of military equipment into your everyday role.

You’ll be responsible for equipment such as state-of-the art radios, optical instruments, and electronic surveillance systems.

Whether you’re performing safety inspections on specialist equipment, camouflaging vehicles, or manning defensive positions, you’ll be gaining leadership skills and practical knowledge to take back to your current full-time career.

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 benefitting from:

  • Tax-free daily pay
  • Free healthcare and accommodation whist 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
  • Comprehensive training
  • Rewarding work that may be in complete contrast to your day job
  • A supportive team environment
  • May have the opportunity 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.

Entry Requirements

For this role, you must be over 17 at time of enlistment and have completed an Australian Year 10 education (or equivalent) with passes in English and Mathematics. You must also be an Australian citizen and able to successfully obtain a security clearance. 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.

Apply Now

Click the APPLY button if you’re excited by this opportunity, and we’ll contact with you shortly.

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Take up the challenge of a part-time role that's different and exciting, offers tax-free pay and flexibility, and puts you in situations where you can really make a difference to communities in need.

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