Description
Armed forces officers and operation leaders work in the service of their country to defend its people and they also support international peacekeeping and humanitarian efforts across the globe.
2. Commanding, training and leading subordinate personnel
3. Monitoring the welfare and progress of new recruits
4. Operating and maintaining warfare systems, equipment and vehicles
5. Taking on specialist duties and skills such as engineering, air traffic control, training and administration
6. Producing briefings, reports and presentations
7. Distributing equipment, resources and manpower
The United States of America: $34,862.40 per year (depending if the officer is in training)
Australia: AU$40,109 per year (depending if the officer is in training)
Tasks:
1. Planning manoeuvres, assigning duties and communicating effectively with other staff2. Commanding, training and leading subordinate personnel
3. Monitoring the welfare and progress of new recruits
4. Operating and maintaining warfare systems, equipment and vehicles
5. Taking on specialist duties and skills such as engineering, air traffic control, training and administration
6. Producing briefings, reports and presentations
7. Distributing equipment, resources and manpower
Key skills for officers and other military leaders:
- The ability to lead and motivate others
- Self-discipline and confidence
- Team working skills
- The ability to give and follow orders
- IT skills
- Excellent communication skills
- The ability to take responsibility and make decisions
- Good fitness levels
- Good organisational skills
- Willingness to go into combat.
Average salary:
The United Kingdom: £30,000 per year (depending if the officer is in training)The United States of America: $34,862.40 per year (depending if the officer is in training)
Australia: AU$40,109 per year (depending if the officer is in training)
Qualifications and training required:
Graduates of any subject can enrol as officers in the armed forces. Recruiters place more importance on the candidate’s leadership capabilities and suitability to a life in service than on their degree subject.Science, engineering and technology graduates are often particularly welcome because of the specialist knowledge they can bring to technological roles throughout the forces.
Pre-entry experience and postgraduate qualifications can be beneficial but are not essential. Time spent in school or university cadet corps can help your application but does not guarantee you a place.Companies in profession
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