The training is tough, the work environment tougher, but this unique position is made for anyone with the desire for an underwater career.
Job Details
Australian Naval Reserve Divers (DVRs) are trained to undertake
military tasks using Self Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus
(SCUBA) and Surface Supplied Breathing Apparatus (SSBA) using Air
to a depth of 30 metres.
The basic functions of the DVR after initial training include service within the Force Element Group (FEG) / Naval Reserve Diving Teams (NRDTs) to perform tasks including, but not limited to:
- hull searches for explosive devices;
- clearing intended berths;
- searches for lost naval stores in shallow water; and
- underwater maintenance of the ship.
- AUSCDT 1 HMAS WATERHEN - Sydney; and
- AUSCDT 4 HMAS STIRLING - Perth.
- NRDT6 Melbourne;
- NRDT8 Brisbane;
- NRDT9 Adelaide;
- NRDT10 Hobart;
- NRDT11 Darwin; and
- NRDT12 Cairns.
Note: Applicants for Naval Reserve Divers do not require previous diving experience.
