Army Careers

Careers

Assault Pioneer

The Job

As a member of the Assault Pioneer Platoon you will undertake a variety of minor engineering tasks to assist the Battalion to fight, by maintaining mobility, whilst at the same time restricting the enemy's mobility.

These tasks will be performed as part of a highly qualified, close knit team in both training and on operations. As an Assault Pioneer you are an integral part of the Battalion.

The Training

After you have completed Common Recruit Training (CRT) at Kapooka in New South Wales, you will be ready to start your Initial Employment training (IET). The infantry IET course is conducted over three 2-week periods, followed by on the job training. After completion of this course you will be eligible to commence the Basic Assault Pioneer Course.

The Basic Assault Pioneer Course is a 4-week course conducted in two 2-week modules. Most Infantry Brigades conduct the basic course each year. All your travel, accommodation and meals are free. Plus you get TAX FREE pay while you are gaining your new skills.

The Skills

As an Assault Pioneer you will specialise in:

- Field Engineering
- Demolitions
- Watermanship
- Minewarfare and Booby Trap Clearance

Whilst learning these skills you will also gain experience in personnel management,
communications, and leadership. You will enhance your personal organisation and learn the ability to problem solve.