Further Training
Other Ranks (Non Technical)
ASOPs are graded as an ASOP1 on Pay Group 3 and progress to the rank of Leading Aircraftman/Aircraftwoman after 12 months consolidation and completion of the required competencies in the ASOP competency log.
Progression beyond this point is by promotion to Non Commissioned Officer (NCO) rank and is determined by ability and performance. The Air Force provides courses and instruction in such subjects as supervision, human resource management, law, discipline, service writing, stores procedure and other subjects pertinent to all NCOs throughout the Air Force regardless of trade. Specific trade courses are also provided and include subjects such as advanced system operation and management, reporting procedures using standard formats and other essential skills that will be required by a NCO in the ASOP mustering.
Promotion is by no means automatic and is competitive in nature. However, the ASOP mustering is expanding and offers very good promotion prospects for the outstanding performer.
Promotion through the ranks of non commissioned officer is competitive and subject to vacancies. You will need to demonstrate sound trade skills, positive attitude and also to have successfully completed any qualifying trade tests and/or promotion examinations. The opportunity exists within the mustering for promotion to the rank of Warrant Officer.