Part-Time Drone Operator (Tax-Free Pay)
Australian Defence Force
Posted 12 days ago
Your Role
As a part-time Drone Operator in the Army Reserve, you’ll be a member of the Royal Regiment of Australian Artillery (RAA), one of the most tactically and technologically advanced organisations in the Army. You’ll be working with autonomous systems and rapidly advancing technology.
Your duties include, but aren’t limited to:
Operate, service, and maintain Small Uncrewed Aerial Systems (SUAS) and communications equipment. This may include the PD-100 Black Hornet 3, RQ-12 Wasp, RQ-20 Puma, Skylark I-LEX and other in-service platforms
Assessing airworthiness of the weather and equipment before flights
Apply aviation theory (weather, aerodynamics, flight and mission systems, airspace etc.)
Receive and relay battlefield intel
Support combat units to gather information and apply battlefield data as part of a Joint Intelligence Surveillance Reconnaissance Support Team (JIST)
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 at least $225/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 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
About Australian Defence Force
The Australian Army is one of the world's most cutting-edge military forces. It's comprised of professional men and women who proudly serve the nation to provide a versatile and modern team, protecting our country, our interests and our people.
The Australian Army operates in a far more complex strategic environment than that of just a couple of years ago. Threats can now come from a variety of unexpected sources, not necessarily associated with traditional warfare. More recently the Army has played a significant role in supporting peacekeeping, humanitarian assistance and disaster relief operations worldwide.
While times may have changed, the fundamental mission of the Army remains steadfast: to win the land battle, and protect the interests of Australia and its people. To achieve this, the Army has built a formidable reputation based upon teamwork, tradition, pride, courage, initiative and commitment to excellence. It's a long and proud tradition and one that you have the chance to continue.
Source: this is an extract from the country’s own website.