Army Reserve

Careers

Operator Supply

The Job

As an Operator Supply you will be part of the Royal Australian Army Ordinance Corps or RAAOC. You will assist in supporting not only the Army, but the Navy and the Air Force as well. As an Operator Supply you may be involved in providing supplies required to equip and maintain Army units during training and combat operations. Your role might also include other activities like working in an office providing clerical support, or being responsible for the packaging and storing of dangerous goods.

As well as this, you will also get the opportunity to learn to shoot the F88 Austeyr and participate in unit activitites such as adventurous training and sport.

The Training

The first step to becoming an Operator Supply in the Army Reserve is to have your existing trade qualifications assessed against Army's requirements. If any gaps are identified you will be told what attitional training you will need. This gap training is usually conducted in the first 18 months following enlistment. Once you are enlisted you will undergo Common Recruit Training (CRT) at Kapooka in NSW, which will qualify you in basic soldier skills. After completion of CRT you will be granted your basic trade qualification, inline with your current competancies, which will enable you to work under supervision in your local unit. However you must still complete any gap training identified earlier, plus a period of on-the-job training before you can be deemed fully qualified. This training is conducted at Bandiana in Victoria, usually in 2-week blocks but this may vary depending on the complexity of the subject matter. All your travel , accomodation and meals are free. Plus you get TAX FREE pay while you are gaining your new skills.

The Skills

The Army relies on RAAOC to provide its essentials such as fuel, clothing, food, medical and dental supplies. As an Operator Supply, you will work hand in hand with members from other Corps and Services in ensuring all elements of the Army are well equipped and have the necessary supplies to do their job. You will gain skills in time management, personal organisation and teamwork to name just a few.