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If you're looking for something out of the ordinary, a challenge that will draw on all your talents and expertise, then the Royal Australian Naval Reserve could be for you. The Reserve is a vital part of our Navy. Our members serve on a part-time basis but the contribution they make to the Navy as a whole is highly valued.
Reservists come from all walks of life and from all parts of Australia. Some are ex full-time personnel who have discharged from the Navy, whilst others have recently undertaken Navy specific training, which they can combine with the skills they bring from the civilian world.
This course is conducted at the Royal Australian Naval College (RANC), HMAS CRESWELL at Jervis Bay NSW. As most candidates are already qualified in their field, this course focuses on the fundamental skills required of a Naval Officer. It consists of an initial 2 week residential component, meaning you stay on base at the shore establishment and includes subjects such as Small Arms and Ceremonial Training. After this you will undertake a series of eight distance learning modules from home, covering subjects to do with written communication, Naval History and Defence Studies, amongst others. Then there is another residential component of two weeks consisting of Combat Survivability, Survival at Sea and First Aid. Finally you go to sea for a two week familiarisation period, after which you are officially ready for duty.
All Reserve sailor recruits attend the RAN Recruit School at HMAS CERBERUS, Westernport, Victoria. Reserve sailor recruits have the option of undertaking the full time 11-week Recruit Course or the phased training of the Reserve Entry Recruit Course.
If phased training is preferred, recruits will team up with their full time colleagues for 3 weeks and undertake lessons in Basic Naval Knowledge, Swimming, Physical Fitness and Parade Training. At the end of the third week and 19 days after enlistment, the first phase of training is completed. Reserve recruits later return to HMAS CERBERUS to complete their final phase at a time that suits both them and the Recruit School’s program. The final phase is 13 days of residential instruction including First Aid, Combat Survival and Survival at Sea training.
Part Time Navy Reserve salaries and allowances are tax free. This is a significant benefit as in most other industries you would be taxed heavily for your second job and lose a big part of that salary. A reservist is paid for each day attended, which is six hours or more. You receive half a day's pay for between three and six hours. Reservists may be eligible to undertake periods of Continuous Full Time Service (CFTS). Salary for such service is taxed but attracts benefits including superannuation (commencing at 18%, on top of your personal contribution of a minimum 5%), free medical and dental and subsidised housing in some circumstances.
Degree qualified reservists undergoing Initial Officer Training receive $80.45 per day. After completing Initial Training, pay rates per day commence at $130.69. Salary will continue to increase based on rank and years of service. A daily Service Allowance of $11.01 is also payable to compensate for the unique demands of Reserve service. Furthermore, a Seagoing Allowance is provided when you serve on a seagoing ship. This starts at $10,347 per year pro rata and rises considerably as years of sea time accumulate.
Sailors receive $66.88 per day while undertaking Recruit Training and $78.21 while undertaking or waiting to complete Employment Training. Once trained, your salary will increase within the range of $105.92 and $117.45 per day depending on your trade and rank level. Your salary will also increase based on your rank and years of service. A daily Service Allowance of $11.01 is also payable to compensate for the unique demands of Reserve Service. Furthermore, a Seagoing Allowance is provided when you serve on a seagoing ship. This starts at $10,347 per year pro rata and rises considerably as years of sea time accumulate.
You might work in exclusive Reserve units such as Diving Teams, Band and Maritime Trade Operations; or belong to a distinct Navy branch like Medical, Dental, Seaman, Legal and Engineering, working alongside permanent Navy members either ashore or at sea.
Mateship You'll make friends for life in the Navy
Induction and most basic employment courses undertaken by Navy Reservists have national accreditation, so you will gain skills and qualifications that you can use outside of the Navy. In fact the expertise, professional and personal development you gain from working for us will make you highly employable outside of the Navy. Being in the Reserve doesn't necessarily mean that you have to live near a Navy base to serve, although the more remotely located you are from Navy facilities the more restricted your employment opportunities may be. Navy Reserve is a fantastic way to serve in the Navy and serve your country whilst maintaining your civilian lifestyle.
Ashore, reservists serve in each state capital or wherever there is a naval presence. Reservists are also deployed on overseas duties to support the United Nation's humanitarian efforts. They have made a significant difference to the lives of many people affected by disaster and civil unrest. In recent times they have served in the Solomon Islands, Somalia, Rwanda, Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, Bougainville, East Timor and the Persian Gulf. They have also been involved in border control and fishery protection. In addition to Operations, reservists are involved in Navy and wider ADF Exercises. These include Rim of the Pacific with foreign Navies in and around Hawaii and exercises with the Australian Army and Air Force in Queensland and the Northern Territory.
Top training Our Reserve officers and sailors receive much of the same world class training as their full-time counterparts and will gain skills that benefit their civilian job as well.
You receive free accommodation and meals whenever you are employed, undertaking training or completing exercises. Your uniform and equipment are free and any travel undertaken for Initial Training or employment is paid for.
You have opportunities to serve at sea in any one of the Navy's high-tech frigates, submarines, amphibious support ships, patrol boats, support craft, mine warfare and hydrographic vessels. Also, there are plenty of opportunities to serve in shore establishments e.g. in workshops, offices, health departments or just undertaking advanced training courses.
Reserve service is entirely voluntary and, depending on Service requirements and in consultation with your Regional Command, you may choose when, where and if you will undertake any Reserve work. However, to maintain your military skills and remain employable a minimum of 20 days per year including work or additional courses/training is required. But note, the Government does have the power to “call out” the Reserve in rare and extreme circumstances.
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