Your role:
As a Drone Operator, you will fly impressive Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), of various sizes and from various distances, to provide Army Commanders with vital information they need to plan and execute combat missions and direct troops safely during operations.

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

Operate UAVs to observe the battle space

Gather vital information to enable tactical decision making

Observe meteorological data which would affect the UAV in flight

Liaise with air traffic control to maintain safe flying conditions

Have the ability to assist in flight planning and briefings

Control the UAV in airspace with other manned and unmanned aircraft

Operating individual and team combat weapons

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

Location:
Drone Operators are employed with Surveillance and Target Acquisition Battery, with its Headquarters in Brisbane, Queensland and across Australia in each of the Gun Regiments at a Drone Operators Section, and at the School of Artillery at Puckapunyal VIC.

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.

On completion of your initial military training and initial employment training, you could earn $83,610 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

Hold at least a current learner's licence and have a current provisional/probationary driver’s licence at the time of enlistment

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.

Ready to apply now? Visit the link below to view the full position description and submit your application today.

Drone Operator - ADF Careers (adfcareers.gov.au)