Australian Defence Force

Browse careers that are in demand now and meet Australia’s future workforce needs.

Ambulance Service Paramedic

An Ambulance Service Paramedic provides emergency care, responds to 000 calls, treats patients on-site, and must stay calm under pressure with strong decision-making skills.

Avg yearly income $89,960
Skill level Advanced

Logistics Administrator

A Logistics Administrator processes orders, manages stock levels, organises transport, and uses digital systems while coordinating administrative tasks.

Avg yearly income $70,200
Skill level Unknown

Human Resources Manager

A Human Resources Manager oversees workforce management, linking employees and management while handling recruitment, training, and conflict resolution.

Avg yearly income $124,800
Skill level Beginner

Mechanical Engineer

A Mechanical Engineer oversees mechanical operations in a plant, designing and monitoring equipment like engines and turbines for optimal performance.

Avg yearly income $122,200
Skill level Unknown

Drone Operator

A Drone Operator flies unmanned aerial vehicles for various purposes, including photography and surveillance, while ensuring safety and maintaining equipment.

Avg yearly income $93,600
Skill level Unknown

Australian Defence Force Worker

An Australian Defence Force Worker serves in various military roles, requiring physical fitness, teamwork, and communication skills.

Avg yearly income $93,600
Skill level Unknown

Aviation Manager

An Aviation Manager oversees air transport operations, including safety, security, maintenance, and customer services, while ensuring efficient multitasking and leadership.

Avg yearly income $119,600
Skill level Unknown

Aeronautical Engineer

An Aeronautical Engineer designs, develops, and tests aircraft and spacecraft while ensuring they meet safety, efficiency, and regulatory standards.

Avg yearly income $73,008
Skill level Unknown

Cyber Security Consultant

Cyber Security Consultants advise organisations on protecting digital assets, assessing risks, and developing policies to safeguard ICT systems and data.

Avg yearly income $93,600
Skill level Unknown
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia

Courses in australian defence force

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
HLT51020

Diploma of Emergency Health Care
Blended
18 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Ambulance Service Paramedic Emergency Medical Dispatcher Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Ambulance Service Paramedic Emergency Medical Dispatcher Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
TLI50221

Diploma of Logistics
Online
24 months
$3,695
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Logistics Manager Logistics Administrator Procurement Specialist
Logistician Logistics Officer
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Logistics Manager Logistics Administrator Procurement Specialist Logistician Logistics Officer + 2 more
BSB50320

Diploma of Human Resource Management
Blended, Online, Traineeship
12 - 24 months
$0 - $4,995
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Human Resources Manager Human Resources Director Payroll Officer
Human Resources Assistant
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Human Resources Manager Human Resources Director Payroll Officer Human Resources Assistant + 1 more

Graduate Certificate in Mechanical Engineering
Online
6 months
$5,094
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mechanical Engineer Automation Engineer Manufacturing Engineer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mechanical Engineer Automation Engineer Manufacturing Engineer
BSB60420

Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management
Online
18 months
$8,568
  • At least 2 years work experience in a related field OR
  • Completed Diploma (AQF Level 5) or above from the BSB Training Package
Additional requirements may apply.
Human Resources Manager Senior Administrator General Manager
Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Area Manager Regional Manager Talent Acquisition Specialist Team Administrator
+ 5 more
  • At least 2 years work experience in a related field OR
  • Completed Diploma (AQF Level 5) or above from the BSB Training Package
Additional requirements may apply.
Human Resources Manager Senior Administrator General Manager Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Area Manager Regional Manager Talent Acquisition Specialist Team Administrator + 5 more
52884WA

Advanced Diploma of Mechanical Engineering Technology
Online
18 months
$12,112
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mechanical Engineer Field Engineer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mechanical Engineer Field Engineer
BSB50320 & BSB50120

Dual Diploma of Human Resource Management & Diploma of Business (Operations)
Online
12 months
$4,995
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Human Resources Manager
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Human Resources Manager

Doctor of Engineering
On Campus, Online
36 months
$36,000 - $38,400
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Automation Engineer Manufacturing Engineer Planning Engineer
Civil Engineer Chief Engineer Plant Engineer Renewable Energy Engineer Mechanical Engineer Project Manager Research Engineer
+ 7 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Automation Engineer Manufacturing Engineer Planning Engineer Civil Engineer Chief Engineer Plant Engineer Renewable Energy Engineer Mechanical Engineer Project Manager Research Engineer + 7 more

Graduate Diploma of Engineering (Mechanical)
Online
12 months
$12,738
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mechanical Engineer Quality Assurance Engineer Robotics Engineer
Automation Engineer Automotive Engineer Aeronautical Engineer
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mechanical Engineer Quality Assurance Engineer Robotics Engineer Automation Engineer Automotive Engineer Aeronautical Engineer + 3 more

Cyber Security Analytics: Transform
Online
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Cyber Security Consultant Cyber Security Officer Junior Cyber Security Analyst
Cyber Security Technician Cyber Security Analyst
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Cyber Security Consultant Cyber Security Officer Junior Cyber Security Analyst Cyber Security Technician Cyber Security Analyst + 2 more
PUA30619

Certificate III in Public Safety (Firefighting and Emergency Operations)
On Campus
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Firefighter
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Firefighter
AVI30419

Certificate III in Aviation (Remote Pilot)
Blended, On Campus
2 - 12 months
$0 - $7,540
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Drone Operator Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Pilot
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Drone Operator Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Pilot
HLTAID011

Provide First Aid
Blended, On Campus
2 - 4 days
$150 - $160
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
First Aider Australian Defence Force Worker
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
First Aider Australian Defence Force Worker
HLTAID006

Advanced First Aid
Blended
1 - 2 days
$0 - $295
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
First Aider Health Care Worker Australian Defence Force Worker
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
First Aider Health Care Worker Australian Defence Force Worker
SISSS00126

Wilderness First Aid
Blended, Distance, On Campus
2 - 5 days
$0 - $1,190
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
First Aider Health Care Worker Australian Defence Force Worker
Australian Defence Force Medic
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
First Aider Health Care Worker Australian Defence Force Worker Australian Defence Force Medic + 1 more
AVI50322

Diploma of Aviation (Commercial Pilot Licence - Helicopter)
On Campus
8 - 9 months
$101,798 - $109,200
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Helicopter Pilot
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Helicopter Pilot

Graduate Certificate in Human Resources Leadership
Online
4 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Human Resources Manager Compensation and Benefits Manager Human Resources Consultant
Training and Development Manager Human Resources Director Employee Relations Manager Talent Acquisition Manager
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Human Resources Manager Compensation and Benefits Manager Human Resources Consultant Training and Development Manager Human Resources Director Employee Relations Manager Talent Acquisition Manager + 4 more
HLT31220

Certificate III in Basic Health Care
Blended
6 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Australian Defence Force Worker First Aider Health Care Worker
Australian Defence Force Medic
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Australian Defence Force Worker First Aider Health Care Worker Australian Defence Force Medic + 1 more
MEM80122

Graduate Diploma of Engineering
On Campus, Traineeship
23 - 24 months
$0 - $12,000
  • Completed Certificate III (AQF Level 3) or above together with significant relevant vocational practice in an engineering related role
Additional requirements may apply.
Electrical Engineer Mechanical Engineer Systems Engineer
Manufacturing Engineer
+ 1 more
  • Completed Certificate III (AQF Level 3) or above together with significant relevant vocational practice in an engineering related role
Additional requirements may apply.
Electrical Engineer Mechanical Engineer Systems Engineer Manufacturing Engineer + 1 more
HLTAID003

Provide First Aid
Blended, On Campus
1 - 2 days
$0 - $200
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
First Aider Australian Defence Force Worker
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
First Aider Australian Defence Force Worker
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