Role
The 1st Brigade is to maintain a high readiness light armoured capability in order to conduct mid-intensity conventional operations and peace operations.
Mission
The 1st Brigade is a high readiness light armoured formation with excellent tactical mobility, a high level of endurance, hard hitting firepower and sophisticated communications.
It is capable of conducting light armoured operations in mid-intensity conventional warfare and peace operations with UN and/or coalition forces. As an adaptable and versatile formation the Brigade is capable of conducting peace operations concentrating on peacekeeping.
The Brigade maintains the ability to operate in complex political and military situations throughout a broad range of terrain and environments including urban and rural landscapes.