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As a Marine Technician (MT) you’ll operate and maintain the ship's equipment and systems in all conditions, to ensure the ship remains fully operational and ready to respond to different tasks. You’ll have the opportunity to earn as you learn on board, sailing local and international waters, and sampling the foods, cultures and scenic attractions of coastal port towns.

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Both ashore and at sea you will treat sick and injured personnel, train new medics and assist doctors in minor surgeries– a medical role unlike anything in civilian life.

Officer entry

NZDF health is tasked with maintaining, improving and restoring the health of the Defence Force in order to maintain the operational effectiveness of the NZDF.

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Join New Zealand’s most versatile military musical organisation. Travel and work with this unique group of musicians throughout New Zealand and the world. The Royal New Zealand Navy band (RNZN band) is highly respected both within the Navy and musical circles. It includes some of the country’s finest musicians whose professional capability and versatility combine to deliver a wide range of ensembles to perform at a varied range of ceremonies and events.

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Travel the world and become a key figure in the highly respected New Zealand Army Band as you perform at events and ceremonies within New Zealand and around the world.

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Characterised by a variety and independence, the Naval Police role is act as a deterrent, prevent crime on Naval ships or Defence Areas within New Zealand, being part of an Investigation team, part of close protection to protect senior officers overseas, training foreign police or security forces, and much more.

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Operational experience, professionalism and the unrelenting pursuit of excellence will be your hallmarks as an elite NZSAS soldier.

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There’s never a dull moment as a Parachute Jump Instructor (PJI) in the Air Force. From conducting static line training courses to advanced free-fall training and a host of other responsibilities, you will find it an exhilarating and adrenalin-charged career.

Officer entry

As a Pharmacist in the New Zealand Army, you will be able to take your existing skills to the next level. The comprehensive training you will receive as an officer will allow you to lead teams of people, in all kinds of situations.

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As a Photographer, you will deploy on operations and exercises to document our activity, and capture military ceremonies and major events alongside our Navy, Army, and Air Force personnel.

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As a Plant Operator, you will use heavy machinery to construct or cross obstacles and keep our troops and equipment moving.

Officer entry

Develop your psychology expertise in unique situations, providing advice at all levels of our fascinating organisation.