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Navy

  • Active Intakes

Chef

Hospitality

General entry

Chefs are responsible for the whole range of Navy’s catering requirements. As a Chef you could be cooking three to four meals a day for hungry ships’ companies or catering for official functions.

  • Under training

    $68,103

  • Future potential earnings

    $98,000

  • Location

    Devonport

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Navy

  • Active Intakes

Combat System Specialist

Intelligence, IT & Communications

General entry

As a Combat Systems Specialist (CSS) you will work in a team to operate military radars and sonars to understand what ships, aircraft and submarines are in the vicinity of a warship, whether threat or friendly force. If necessary, you'll operate remotely controlled weapons systems to defend and defeat the enemy. You’ll also act as a crucial communications link between maritime helicopters and home plate (the Ship).

  • Under training

    $68,103

  • Future potential earnings

    $98,000

  • Location

    Devonport

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Navy

  • In Demand
  • Active Intakes

Electronic Technician

Engineering & Technical trades

General entry

As an Electronic Technician you will be the ship’s electronic expert. You will learn to maintain a wide range of cutting edge technological systems. Or you may specialise as a Weapon Technician, maintaining the ship’s arsenal of weapons and systems. You’ll have the opportunity to earn as you learn on board, sailing local and international waters, and sampling foods, cultures and scenic attractions of coastal port towns.

  • Under training

    $68,103

  • Future potential earnings

    $98,000

  • Location

    Devonport

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Navy

  • In Demand
  • Active Intakes

Electronic Warfare Specialist

Intelligence, IT & Communications

General entry

Looking for and identifying electronic signals passing through the atmosphere is a specialised role. We will train you to become a master of this technical role.

  • Under training

    $68,103

  • Future potential earnings

    $98,000

  • Location

    Devonport

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Navy

  • Active Intakes

Helicopter Loadmaster

Flight operations

General entry

As a Navy Helicopter Loadmaster (HLM), you are a key member of a Seasprite helicopter crew, within 6 Squadron, RNZN. Your office is an advanced and agile aircraft designed to operate in a range of extreme environments all over the world.

  • Under training

    $68,103

  • Future potential earnings

    $98,000

  • Location

    Whenuapai

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Navy

  • Active Intakes

General entry

Experience a variety of Naval life as you work in the Officers’ Messes both at sea and ashore. Provide first-class service at everything from Formal events to diplomatic functions.

  • Under training

    $68,103

  • Future potential earnings

    $98,000

  • Location

    Devonport

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Navy

  • Active Intakes

Logistics Supply Specialist

Logistics & Administration

General entry

Be part of a close-knit, coordinated team that delivers today, to shape tomorrow. Make sure our ships have everything they need while they are at sea, from ship parts to medical supplies.

  • Under training

    $68,103

  • Future potential earnings

    $98,000

  • Location

    Devonport

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Navy

  • In Demand
  • Active Intakes

Marine Technician

Engineering & Technical trades

General entry

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.

  • Under training

    $68,103

  • Future potential earnings

    $98,000

  • Location

    Devonport

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Navy

  • Active Intakes

Medic

Healthcare

General entry

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.

  • Under training

    $68,103

  • Future potential earnings

    $98,000

  • Location

    Devonport

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Navy

  • In Demand
  • Active Intakes

Seamanship Combat Specialist

Combat & Special Operations

General entry

If you are tough, both mentally and physically, get stuck into this adrenalin packed role, boarding enemy vessels and providing security and maintenance for our ships.

  • Under training

    $68,103

  • Future potential earnings

    $98,000

  • Location

    Devonport

20230706 NZDF C1033116 032 v3

Navy

  • Active Intakes

Writer (Operational Administrator)

Logistics & Administration

General entry

Writers are part of the Support Branch of the Navy. Organising the pay & administration of a large and complex organisation is a big challenge. Are you up for it?

  • Under training

    $68,103

  • Future potential earnings

    $98,000

  • Location

    Devonport

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Navy

Airborne Tactical Officer (Observer)

Flight operations | Navigation | Officers & Management

Officer entry

The Airborne Tactical Officer or “Observer” acts as mission commander for the aircraft and is responsible for its sensors, communication systems and weapons. You’re the key link between aircraft and ship, evaluating sensor information and performing tactical analysis to employ the helicopter in the best way to accomplish the mission. Be it warfare operations, search and rescue, delivering aid and more.

  • Under training

    $68,103

  • Future potential earnings

    $142,000

  • Location

    Devonport

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