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
Other Ranks (Non Technical) (Reserve)
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.
Reserve Divers supplement Clearance Diving Teams in Australia. Reserve Divers can be employed in a number of geographical locations but must live within a 150 kilometre radius of the local Diving Team.
Note: This is a Reserve only qualification and transfer to the Permanent Navy is not available.
