Contribute to protecting our country in a challenging role that demands physical strength and resilience. Apply nowShortlist About the role As an Infantry Soldier you’ll work as part of a cohesive team to locate the enemy and gather intelligence through patrolling and surveillance. Once the enemy is located, infantry soldiers are the first to deploy. You’re tasked with capturing the enemy, holding ground or repelling attack using a variety of equipment and tactics while working with the support from soldiers from the Artillery, Armoured and other corps. Infantry Soldiers train to both operate independently, and as part of Combined Arms teams with soldiers of other trades and specialties. As Infantry teams are responsible for their own security and the maintenance of fighting capability at all times, you’ll be responsible for a range of tasks. This is an opportunity to challenge yourself and do something out of the ordinary. You’ll experience a new level of physical strength and mental fortitude, while travelling Australia and overseas, with a team of lifelong friends. What you'll do Get ready to challenge yourself with a hands-on role full of adventure. Become a highly skilled soldier, trained to fight the enemy at close quarters in all phases of warfare, using high-tech equipment and weaponry. This role relies heavily on skilled tactics, effective teamwork and the ability to adapt to unfamiliar situations and environments. Whether you’re positioned on the front line of the battlefield, providing security for other units or conducting a humanitarian mission, you’ll be relied upon to perform your role in challenging conditions, night and day. No matter the situation, you and your team will be expected to use the skills you’ve learnt to complete your mission. This is a demanding role, so it's important you're prepared both mentally and physically. You’ll be working in unique environments where no two days are the same, but every day will be rewarding as you play a key role in protecting Australia. Key Information DutiesTraining and skillsProgressionAdditional informationLocations Duties Your duties may include: close combat and application of lethal and non-lethal force offensive and defensive operations locating enemies by gathering intelligence through patrol and surveillance seizing and holding ground from enemy forces providing security for Army units and vital assets humanitarian assistance missions international training, advise and assist missions. Training and skills With paid training, you'll gain all the skills you need to tackle anything this rewarding role throws at you. Plus, you’ll be supported by professional and enthusiastic Army personnel who’ll provide the necessary guidance to ensure you’re prepared. Once you’ve finished your Initial Employment Training, you’ll be assigned to an Army unit and your career as a soldier takes off. Here, you’ll join an experienced team and have opportunities to put your new skills to the test. All while making friends and gaining experience that will last you a lifetime. Progression Opportunities for progression and upskilling continue throughout your career. As you progress, the Army will provide you with development opportunities to assist you with your increasing leadership responsibility, as well as further education and specialised training to strengthen your skillset. This will help you to command and run a highly skilled team of soldiers and the employment of their equipment. As your career progresses, you may use heavy weapons such as mortars, anti-armour weapons and Mag 58 General Support Machine Guns. Your equipment could include drones, airframes, small craft, Protected Mobility Vehicles and Infantry Fighting Vehicles. Throughout your career, there are opportunities to conduct training and development to enhance your skills. Within any company of a battalion , you could gain additional skills and progress to a: driver vehicle crew commander machine gunner vehicle gunner combat communicator. As you gain experience you may also be trained to serve in the Support Company of an Infantry Battalion where you will specialise as: sniper direct fire support weapon (Anti-Armour and Machine Gun) crew member mortarman reconnaissance signaller. Additional information In-Service Information In the Army, this role is known as: Rifleman Employment Category Number (ECN): 343 Employment Category: Combat Corps: Royal Australian Infantry. Locations Upon completion of your Initial Employment Training (IET), your first posting as an Infantry Soldier will likely be to one of the Infantry Battalions in the Royal Australian Regiment. Each of these Battalions has a dedicated role such as Mechanised, Amphibious, Littoral or Motorised Infantry. Primary posting locations include: Brisbane, Qld Darwin, NT Townsville, Qld Infantry Soldiers can be employed in the ADF and Special Operations units around Australia and overseas, and there may be opportunities to post to other locations based on service needs, career development, and individual preferences. Discover where the Army operates across Australia on our base locations map. Duties Duties Your duties may include: close combat and application of lethal and non-lethal force offensive and defensive operations locating enemies by gathering intelligence through patrol and surveillance seizing and holding ground from enemy forces providing security for Army units and vital assets humanitarian assistance missions international training, advise and assist missions. Training and skills With paid training, you'll gain all the skills you need to tackle anything this rewarding role throws at you. Plus, you’ll be supported by professional and enthusiastic Army personnel who’ll provide the necessary guidance to ensure you’re prepared. Once you’ve finished your Initial Employment Training, you’ll be assigned to an Army unit and your career as a soldier takes off. Here, you’ll join an experienced team and have opportunities to put your new skills to the test. All while making friends and gaining experience that will last you a lifetime. Progression Opportunities for progression and upskilling continue throughout your career. As you progress, the Army will provide you with development opportunities to assist you with your increasing leadership responsibility, as well as further education and specialised training to strengthen your skillset. This will help you to command and run a highly skilled team of soldiers and the employment of their equipment. As your career progresses, you may use heavy weapons such as mortars, anti-armour weapons and Mag 58 General Support Machine Guns. Your equipment could include drones, airframes, small craft, Protected Mobility Vehicles and Infantry Fighting Vehicles. Throughout your career, there are opportunities to conduct training and development to enhance your skills. Within any company of a battalion , you could gain additional skills and progress to a: driver vehicle crew commander machine gunner vehicle gunner combat communicator. As you gain experience you may also be trained to serve in the Support Company of an Infantry Battalion where you will specialise as: sniper direct fire support weapon (Anti-Armour and Machine Gun) crew member mortarman reconnaissance signaller. Additional information In-Service Information In the Army, this role is known as: Rifleman Employment Category Number (ECN): 343 Employment Category: Combat Corps: Royal Australian Infantry. Locations Upon completion of your Initial Employment Training (IET), your first posting as an Infantry Soldier will likely be to one of the Infantry Battalions in the Royal Australian Regiment. Each of these Battalions has a dedicated role such as Mechanised, Amphibious, Littoral or Motorised Infantry. Primary posting locations include: Brisbane, Qld Darwin, NT Townsville, Qld Infantry Soldiers can be employed in the ADF and Special Operations units around Australia and overseas, and there may be opportunities to post to other locations based on service needs, career development, and individual preferences. Discover where the Army operates across Australia on our base locations map. Take a look at the role requirements Before you apply, make sure you meet the basic role requirements. You'll find detailed information on the Entry requirements tab. I am an Australian citizen, or an eligible Australian permanent resident I am at least 17 years old You can start your application at 16.5 years. My background can be checked To obtain the minimum-security clearance, you must have lived in Australia or have a checkable background for the past 10 years. I have completed Year 10 You’ll need to have passed English and Maths, though a position may be available if you have not achieved those passes. Ask your ADF advisor for details. I am reasonably fit and healthy Keeping fit is a big part of joining the ADF. You’ll need to pass a physical fitness test before you join, but don’t worry, we'll give you tips to help you prepare. My driver’s licence is not suspended or cancelled You don’t need a driver’s licence for this role but if you have one, it can’t be suspended or cancelled.
