Life in a Combat role
Moments of combat can be few and far between. But when they come, you need to be ready. Much of your time in a Combat role is spent preparing yourself, and your team. The training is intense, but rewarding, and there are many roles available. What expertise will you show when it matters most?
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Combat Specialist
Join the Army as a Combat Specialist and operate in a range of different environments. You will be introduced to the strategy and skills for combat, before branching into Infantry, Gunner or Armoured
9 Roles available in the Combat & Special Operations specialisation across the Army
Army
- In Demand
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Combat & Special Operations | Engineering & Technical trades | Intelligence, IT & Communications | Logistics & Administration | Officers & Management
Officer entry
As a New Zealand Army Officer, you will lead teams in many different types of demanding environments, ensuring they are well-prepared, resilient, and mission-ready.
Army
- In Demand
Combat & Special Operations
General entry
There is no other trade like that of being Armoured. You will be trained to operate and fight from within an armoured vehicle and trained in mounted reconnaissance.
Army
Combat & Special Operations
General entry
In the heart of the action, you will provide the indirect fire support for the NZ Army as part of a team operating the 105mm light gun.
Army
Combat & Special Operations
General entry
As Infantry, you are a front line soldier, and the backbone of Army service.
Army
Combat & Special Operations
General entry
Operational experience, professionalism and the unrelenting pursuit of excellence will be your hallmarks as an elite NZSAS soldier.
Army
Army Reserve | Combat & Special Operations | Engineering & Technical trades | Intelligence, IT & Communications | Logistics & Administration | Officers & Management
Officer entry, Army Reserve