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Combat & Security

Officers & Management

Our officers are everyday people who enjoy challenges and the responsibility involved in leading and making decisions.
Trades

Receive trade skills and experience that is nationally recognised and sought after in the civilian world.
Logistics, Hospitality & Support

Provide key logistic support to the entire Navy. Or develop your hospitality skills in exciting new settings.

Aviation

You never stop learning as you take command of some of the most sophisticated machinery in the world.
Health Care & Science

Put your health and medical related skills to use in an environment unlike any other.
Business & Administration

A fantastic opportunity exists to develop your career in Business & Administration supporting Navy personnel.

Navy Combat & Security positions are exciting, as well as physically and mentally demanding - but you'd expect nothing less when you're playing such a pivotal role in ensuring the safety of Australia. You'll get to use world class, sophisticated technology and hardware, and enjoy the opportunity to work with highly classified information.

Navy Clearance Diver

Maritime Tactical Operations

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Top-notch training

Officers complete the New Entry Officer Course at the Royal Australian Naval College, while sailors attend the RAN Recruit Training School, learning the basics of Navy life and preparing for time at sea. You'll then receive training relevant to your specific job, which could include learning how to navigate and drive a ship and weapons handling. Learn More

A lifestyle that's hard to beat

You'll have a fantastic lifestyle: travel the world with your mates, earn enough money to do the things you want, play sport, and enjoy a busy social life with your generous leave allowances. It doesn't get much better than life in the Navy. Learn More

World class technology

Working in Combat & Security means you'll have access to an incredible range of specialised tools and equipment. Clearance Divers get to work with a ceramic plated armour suit, a water jet disruptor and a robotic vehicle, Cyclops. Helicopter Pilots have an ergonomically fitted helmet which contains an advanced communications system inside the lining. Learn More

Read more about Deployments and Exercises

Change people's lives

Deployments and peacekeeping exercises are your chance to travel Australia and the world while working on important humanitarian and disaster relief programs. Teams from the Navy have recently travelled to Indonesia, Samoa and the Solomon Islands. Learn More

Great pay & benefits

This career offers great pay, in a secure job with outstanding long term career prospects. Promotion opportunities and pay increases are guaranteed and your total salary package includes free medical and dental cover, a Seagoing Allowance and you become eligible for an attractive home loan subsidy after just four years service. Learn More

Navy Observer

Full Time
Reserve
ADFA

Looking for a high flying career? Well here is your chance to rise to the top in a helicopter as an expert in warfare, navigation and weapons systems.

Navy Pilot

Full Time
Reserve
ADFA

Always dreamed of becoming a pilot? This world class organisation will provide you with the training to full fill your ambition!

Seaman Officer

Full Time
Reserve
ADFA

If you have leadership aspirations then this position is for you.

Communication and Information Systems Submariner

Full Time
Reserve

The underwater environment of the Collins Class submarine is a complex world. If you want to be challenged and involved in this sophisticated military world of communications and computer systems, become a Communications and Information Systems Submariner.

Cryptologic Systems Submarines

Full Time
Reserve

A job as a Cryptologic Systems Submarine sailor in the Navy is an exciting role where you will learn to operate the specialised equipment used to intercept and analyse electromagnetic emissions.

Acoustic Warfare Analyst

Full Time
Reserve

The use of submarines and effective anti-submarine tactics is one of the most important aspects of Australia’s Naval Operations. As an Acoustic Warfare Analyst you will be operating advanced Sonar and Combat Systems to contribute to the mission of the…

Boatswains Mate

Full Time
Reserve

Fancy an exciting career that will allow you to travel the world while performing a wide array of interesting seamanship tasks?

Clearance Diver

Full Time
Reserve

A combination of diving, demolitions, explosive ordnance disposal and special forces employment at sea and shore certainly makes for some maritime adventure. And we’ll teach you everything you need to know.

Combat Systems Operator

Full Time
Reserve

As a Combat Systems Operator, you are considered the eyes and ears of the Navy and will travel throughout Australia and overseas whilst working in a team environment.

Combat Systems Operator - Mine Warfare

Full Time
Reserve

There’s an exciting career on the radar. As a Combat Systems Operator in the Navy, you will travel throughout Australia and overseas whilst working in a team environment.

Communication and Information Systems Sailor

Full Time
Reserve

Want to be challenged and involved in dynamic military communications and computer systems? Welcome to the world of the Communications and Information Systems sailor.

Cryptologic Linguist

Full Time
Reserve

Interested in entering the world of Signals Intelligence? The Navy is looking for motivated people to work in this highly classified environment providing intelligence support for the Australian Defence Force.