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If you want to get ahead and make a difference, there's a career for you in the Air Force. Careers can be split roughly into four different areas: Aircrew, Ground Officers, Technical Trades and Operations Support Trades. Whatever you choose to do, you can be sure your training will be world class and that we'll help you every step of the way.
As an AWO, your primary role is to manage a range of high-tech systems aboard either the Orion or C-130 Hercules and, with other aircrew members, to use the information those systems collect to achieve the aircraft’s operational mission.
The...
Category:
Aircrew
Age:
You must be 17 years or older
Qualification:
A minimum of 18 NCEA Level 2 credits in English, Maths and a Science subject, preferably Physics.
As an Air Warfare Specialist your primary role is to utilise the P-3K2 Orion’s highly advanced sensor systems to collect and analyse information in the aircraft’s area of interest. To achieve this, you’ll be responsible for the...
Category:
Aircrew
Age:
You must be 17 years or older
Qualification:
A minimum of 12 NCEA Level 2 credits in English, maths and a science subject.
As a Boeing 757 Flight Steward, you’ll be an integral member of the Air Force’s primary strategic air transport asset, the Boeing 757. You will help manage the 757 cabin, amenities and passengers before, during and after flights. Being...
Category:
Aircrew
Age:
You must be 17 years or older
Qualification:
A minimum of 12 NCEA Level 1 credits in English and Maths
Once you’ve completed pilot training, you’ll concentrate on organising and conducting military operations and tasks throughout New Zealand and the world. In the RNZAF, this will involve specialist training onto the UH-1H Iroquois...
Category:
Aircrew
Age:
You must be 17 years or older.
Qualification:
A minimum of 18 NCEA Level 2 credits in English, Maths and a Science subject, preferably Physics.
Jumping out of a plane can be a challenge for some people – for you it comes with the territory. In the course of your duties as a PJI, you’ll be required to teach members of the New Zealand Defence Force to make descents ranging from...
Category:
Aircrew
Age:
You must be 17 years or older.
Qualification:
A minimum of 12 NCEA Level 1 credits in English and Maths and an NZPF Jump Master 'B' licence or International equivalent.
Your role as a CIS Officer will see you designing, deploying and managing Communication and Information Systems using sophisticated technology and equipment.
You’ll be expected to exercise leadership and command over highly motivated and...
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Ground Officer
Age:
You must be 17 years or older
Qualification:
Level 6 Diploma in Electronics and Computer Technology or Telecommunications. To be more competitive a Bachelor of Info Science or BBS/BSC majoring in Computer Science, Info Systems, Info Technology, Computer System Engineering, Internet Systems or Software Engineering.
As an Engineering Officer you’ll actively manage the maintenance of RNZAF aircraft and their mechanical, avionics and armament systems. You’ll be responsible for the safety, airworthiness and availability of aircraft, and require...
Category:
Ground Officer
Age:
You must be 17 years or older
Qualification:
Level 6 diploma in Engineering (Mechanical, Maintenance, Production, Electrical or Aeronautical), or a Degree in Engineering, Science or Technology with Majors in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electrical or Aeronautical Engineering.
In this role, you’ll be responsible for a wide range of human resource and administrative functions, including personnel administration, policy development and advisory services to Air Force personnel. You’ll also be expected to...
Category:
Ground Officer
Age:
You must be 17 years or older
Qualification:
Level 5 Diploma in Human Resources, Business or Management. To be more competitive a Bachelor Degree in the above.
Your Role as an Intelligence Officer, you will initially be employed at the Integrated Mission Support Squadron (IMSS) at Auckland, with employment at other Bases throughout your career. During this time you will also have opportunities to be...
Category:
Ground Officer
Age:
You must be 19 Years or Older on Date of Enlistment.
Qualification:
A Degree with preference of Politics, International Relations, Defence and Strategic Studies, Information Systems/Technology or Remote Sensing.
You will provide medical services to the Air Force and its personnel, including primary health care and pre-employment and pre-placement medical assessments. You will also develop and present a range of medical-related training packages and you may...
Category:
None
Age:
must be 17 years or older and met the qualification requirements
Qualification:
Registration by the Medical Council of New Zealand
As an Air Force Psychologist, you’ll be employed as a Commissioned Specialist Military Officer. You will be involved in a broad range of organisational and military psychology activities. These range from providing recruitment advice to...
Category:
Ground Officer
Age:
You must be 17 years or older
Qualification:
Masters Degree in Psychology, with an Industrial and Occupational background. Must be eligible for registration.
The Logistics Branch is one of the principal ‘think tanks’ of the RNZAF. There is a diverse range of duties including operations, logistics planning and support, supply chain and contract management, air movements and freight...
Category:
Ground Officer
Age:
You must be 17 years or older.
Qualification:
Level 5 Diploma in Commerce, Business, Logistics or Supply Chain Management. To be more competitive a Bachelor Degree in the above.
Training and Development Officers are Commissioned Military Officers who maintain the RNZAF’s training system. Their role includes discharging military command and leadership duties, teaching the RNZAF’s culture and ethos throughout the...
Category:
Ground Officer
Age:
You must be 17 years or older
Qualification:
Level 5 Diploma Training, Adult Learning or Education. To be more competitive a Training/Education related Bachelor Degree. Proven practical experience in training or education would be an advantage.
As a Works Officer, you are a commissioned specialist military officer, responsible for maintaining RNZAF land, buildings and infrastructure. As an officer, you’ll be required to develop and discharge military command and leadership duties, in...
Category:
Ground Officer
Age:
You must be 17 years or older
Qualification:
Level 5 Diploma with subjects relevant to construction, property management and/or equivalent work history in facilities management.
As an Aeronautical Metal Worker you’ll be part of the ground crew responsible for all aspects of maintenance required to support RNZAF aircraft operations, both in New Zealand and overseas. The aeronautical metal worker trade covers two...
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Technical Trades
Age:
you must be 17 years or older
Qualification:
A minimum of 12 NCEA Level 1 credits in English, Mathematics and Science or Design Technology. Level 2 Maths, English, Physics preferred.
As an Aircraft Technician you’ll be a member of the ground crew, jointly responsible for maintaining all aircraft mechanical systems used on RNZAF aircraft. These systems include aircraft structures, flight controls, engines, propellers,...
Category:
Technical Trades
Age:
You must be 17 years or older
Qualification:
A minimum of 12 NCEA Level 2 credits in English, Mathematics and a Science subject.
As an Air Force Armament Technician, you’ll be responsible for maintaining armament systems and managing stockpiles of pyrotechnics and explosives. As well as loading and arming aircraft weapons systems for operational tasks, you’ll be...
Category:
Technical Trades
Age:
You must be 17 years or older
Qualification:
A minimum of 12 NCEA Level 2 credits in English, Mathematics and a Science subject.
As an Aviation Electronics Mechanic/Technician you’ll be responsible for all aircraft electronic and electrical systems and components, including radars, radios, navigation equipment, flight instruments, infra red technology, Night Vision...
Category:
Technical Trades
Age:
You must be 17 years or older
Qualification:
A minimum of 12 NCEA Level 2 credits in English, Mathematics and a Science subject.
As an Aeronautical Composites Technician, you’ll be a member of the ground crew responsible for all aspects of maintenance required to support RNZAF aircraft operations. You’ll be specifically responsible for the manufacture and repair...
Category:
Technical Trades
Age:
You must be 17 years or older
Qualification:
A minimum of 12 NCEA Level 1 credits in English, Mathematics and Science or Design Technology.
As a GSE Technician you’ll be a member of the ground crew, jointly responsible for maintaining the ground-based mechanical equipment required to support RNZAF aircraft operations. Your duties will include the routine maintenance of a range of...
Category:
Technical Trades
Age:
You must be 17 years or older
Qualification:
A minimum of 12 NCEA Level 1 credits in English, Mathematics and Science or Design Technology. Certificate of Entry to Automative trades an advantage. Restricted Class 1 Manual Licence essential, Full Class 1 preferred.
As an Air Force Machinist you’ll be a member of the ground crew, jointly responsible for all aspects of maintenance required to support RNZAF aircraft operations. Your duties will range from the manufacture and repair of aeronautical and...
Category:
Technical Trades
Age:
You must be 17 years or older
Qualification:
A minimum of 12 NCEA Level 1 credits in English, Mathematics and Science or Design Technology. Level 2 Maths, English, Physics preferred.
As a Safety & Surface Technician, you’ll be a member of the ground crew, jointly responsible for all aspects of maintenance required to support RNZAF aircraft operations. Safety & Surface Mechanics are involved in two separate areas: they...
Category:
Technical Trades
Age:
You must be 17 years or older
Qualification:
A minimum of 12 NCEA Level 1 credits in English, Mathematics and Science or Design Technology. Level 2 Maths, English, Physics preferred.
As a member of the Aviation Refueller trade, you’ll be required to receipt aviation fuel into base bulk storage tanks, perform fuel quality control and testing tasks, and deliver aviation fuel into a range of RNZAF and visiting aircraft. You...
Category:
Operations Support Trades
Age:
You must be 17 years or older
Qualification:
A minimum of 12 NCEA Level 1 credits in English and Mathematics. Restricted Class 1 Manual Licence essential, Full Class 1 preferred.
As a CIS Technician, your job will be to set up and operate tactical radio and satellite-based communication systems. You will also be responsible for keeping operational data flowing efficiently and securely through the many networks we use to...
Category:
Operations Support Trades
Age:
You must be at least 17 years of age
Qualification:
A minimum of 12 NCEA Level 2 Credits in English, Mathematics and a Science subject. Computer skills beneficial. Must have Restricted Class 1 Manual Drivers Licence.
As an Air Force Fire-fighter, you’ll be responsible for maintaining operations in the base Fire Sections. These are manned 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Your duties will range from the day-to-day servicing of all station firefighting...
Category:
Operations Support Trades
Age:
You must be 17 years or older
Qualification:
A minimum of 12 NCEA Level 1 credits in English and Mathematics. Full Class 1 Manual Drivers Licence essential, Class 2 preferred.
As a member of our Force Protection staff, you’ll help protect Air Force assets during peacetime and on operations. On base, you’ll be responsible for providing and assisting with routine security patrols. During operational deployments...
Category:
Operations Support Trades
Age:
You must be 17 years or older
Qualification:
A minimum of 12 NCEA Level 1 credits in English and Mathematics. Restricted Class 1 Manual Licence essential, Full Class 1 preferred.
Your Role as an Intelligence Specialist, you will initially be employed at the Integrated Mission Support Squadron (IMSS) at Auckland, with employment at other bases throughout your career. During this time you will also have opportunities to be...
Category:
Operations Support Trades
Age:
You must be 17 Years 8 Months or Older on Date of Enlistment.
Qualification:
A Minimum of 12 NCEA Level 2 Credits in English, Mathematics and a Science Subject.
As Logistics, you’ll be responsible for the supply and distribution of military materials, hardware, personnel and supplies using sophisticated computerised systems. You’ll also assist with the movement by air of New Zealand Defence...
Category:
Operations Support Trades
Age:
You must be 17 years or older
Qualification:
A minimum of 12 NCEA Level 1 credits in English and Mathematics. Computer experience. Restricted or Full Class 1 Licence preferred.
As a Medic, you will be posted to a base medical unit where you will help with daily duties including treating personnel with illness or injury, medical administration, minor surgery and medical cover for base sports events. As you gain medical...
Category:
Operations Support Trades
Age:
You must be 17 years or older
Qualification:
A minimum of 12 NCEA Level 2 credits in English, Mathematics and a Science subject.