Below are full details of our careers, including what's involved, application requirements and information on where you'll train, what qualifications you'll receive and where you'll be posted.

Army Apprenticeship Careers

Army Apprenticeship Careers combine on-the-job training with professionally-qualified instructors and NZQA-recognised Polytechnic courses.

• Armourer
• Carpenter
• Electrical Fitter
• Electrician
• Electronics Technician
• Maintenance Fitter
• Plumber
• Vehicle Mechanic

Army Combat Careers

Army Combat Careers focus on military defence equipment, technology and skills, and require physical fitness and teamwork.

• Crewman
• Field Engineer
• Gunner
• Plant Operator
• Rifleman

Army Support Careers

Army Support Careers suit people who are efficient, methodical and well-organised, and involve ensuring the Army has everything it needs to perform its duties.

• Administrator
• Ammunition Technician
• Chef
• Communications Systems Operator
• Driver
• Information Systems Operator
• Movements Operator
• Steward
• Supply Technician

Specialist Positions

Specialist Positions suit people who are efficient, methodical and well-organised, and involve ensuring the Army has everything it needs to perform its duties

• Intelligence Operator
• Medic 
• Dental Assistant
• Dental Hygienist
• Educator
• Fire Fighter
• Musician 
• Systems Engineer

Internally Recruited Careers

Internally Recruited Careers are for Soldiers that can apply for transfer to Internally Recruited Trades after completing at least 12 months service in the Regular Force. 

• Counter Terrorism Tactical Assault Group
• Military Police
• Physical Training Instructor
• Special Air Service