Upcoming intakes
Currently Recruiting
Below are the roles we are currently recruiting for. We recommend you apply early to give yourself the best chance of being selected.
We’ll consider late applications but we can’t guarantee you’ll make your preferred intake. Even if you don’t see the role you’re after below, still apply now as not all roles are listed. Please note that roles and dates are subject to change.
Recruit 2/25
Until Jan '25
19 May '25 - 15 Aug '25
Recruit 3/25
Until May '25
22 Aug '25 - 12 Dec '25
- Aeronautical Metal Worker
- Aircraft Systems Technician
- Aviation Rescue Firefighter
- Communications and Information Systems Technician
- Electronics Technician (Aviation)
- Flight Steward
- Helicopter Loadmaster
- Intelligence Specialist
- Machinist
- Medic
- Physical Training Instructor
Applicants Informed
04 Aug 2025
Active Intakes
The following intakes have commenced or will start in the near future, so applications have closed. Successful applicants will be notified of their enlistment by the ‘selection confirmed’ date.
Recruit 3-24
Aug '24
23 Sep '24 - 13 Dec '24
- Aircraft Systems Technician
- Aviation Rescue Firefighter
- Electronics Technician (Aviation)
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Flight Steward
Selection board closed. Apply for next intake.
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Helicopter Loadmaster
Selection board closed. Apply for next intake.
- Intelligence Specialist
- Logistics Specialist
- Medic
- Physical Training Instructor
- Safety & Surface Technician
* A selection board helps to determine your suitability for the role. You may be required to attend a selection event in person - please ask your Recruiter.
Applicants Informed
05 Aug 2024
Recruit 1/25
Dec '24
20 Jan '25 - 17 Apr '25
- Aircraft Systems Technician
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Air Warfare Specialist
Selection board closed. Apply for next intake.
- Communications and Information Systems Technician
- Electronics Technician (Aviation)
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Flight Steward
Selection board closed. Apply for next intake.
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Helicopter Loadmaster
Selection board closed. Apply for next intake.
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Parachute Jump Instructor
Selection board closed. Apply for next intake.
- RNZAF Security Forces
* A selection board helps to determine your suitability for the role. You may be required to attend a selection event in person - please ask your Recruiter.
Applicants Informed
02 Dec 2024