As an Army MBT crewman you will be given the opportunity to work in one of the fastest and most advanced combat battle tanks in the world. If you would like to work as a member of a highly trained MBT team, and be respected for the mission critical role that you play, then this is for you. This is an incredibly dynamic, exciting and rewarding role within the Armoured Corps.
Job Details
The Crewman Main Battle Tank (MBT) is employed in the Royal Australian Armoured Corps (RAAC) which provides armoured mobility and firepower on the battlefield. It is equipped with a range of tracked and wheeled armoured fighting vehicles that provide mobility, communications, endurance and combat power.
The Crewman MBT is a soldier who drives and helps maintain a Main Battle Tank or loads the main armament and machine guns and operates communications equipment organic to the vehicle.
Main Job Functions
- Tactical driving by day and night.
- Performs all driver servicing tasks on the tank and carries out minor repairs and adjustments.
- Assists tradesmen and other crewmen in repairs on the tank and its ancillary equipment.
- Loads the main armament and machine guns.
- Operates communications equipment organic to the vehicle.
The Tank Regiment - The Tank Regiment operates the Abrams main battle tank. The Regiment's manning and equipment make it suitable for a variety of employments. Its main role is to provide close combat protection.
The Cavalry Regiments - The Cavalry Regiments operate the ASLAV and Bushmaster (IMV) family of vehicles. A Cavalry unit's manning and equipment enable it to conduct a variety of tasks ranging from medium reconnaissance and surveillance through to providing security and conducting offensive, defensive or delaying actions.
The Light Cavalry Regiments – The Light Cavalry Regiments/Units are Army Reserve units that can operate either in a mounted or dismounted role. The units are equipped with either the Light Cavalry Patrol Vehicle (LCPV) and the Interim Infantry Mobility Vehicle (IIMV) or the Bushmaster (IMV). A Light Cavalry unit’s manning and equipment enable it to conduct a variety of tasks including reconnaissance, surveillance, offensive, defensive, security, peace keeping and support operations.
