Job Description

Part‐Time Army Carpenter, Electrician, Metalsmith & Plumber (Tax‐Free Pay)

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Overview

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Join the Australian Army Reserve as a Part‐Time Soldier in a range of Trade roles. Work on Army bases and in the field, earning tax‐free pay while contributing your trade skills to support community infrastructure and military operations.

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Base Pay Range

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A$29.50 / hour – A$29.50 / hour

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Your Role

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As a soldier you will perform military duties and apply your trade skills in a variety of environments—on Army bases, during exercises, and on deployments around Australia and overseas.

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Trade Roles (Responsibilities)

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- Build, maintain and repair Army facilities and support local communities as a Carpenter
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- Keep Army electrical, refrigeration and air‐conditioning equipment in peak working order as an Electrical Technician
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- Power Army buildings and battle management systems as an Electrician
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- Maintain Army vehicles and equipment mission ready as a Metalsmith
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- Apply plumbing skills as a Plumber
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Why Join the Army Reserve?

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- Rewarding work that can differ from your day job
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- Tax‐free daily pay
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- Free healthcare and accommodation while on exercise or deployment
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- Adaptable time commitment – 20 to 100 days per year
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- Opportunity to work close to home
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- Supportive team environment
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- Option to volunteer for overseas deployment
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- Friendships that last a lifetime
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- No minimum period of service; you can leave and rejoin at any time
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Boost Your Income

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After completing your initial military and employment training you could earn at least A$236 per day tax‐free. Additional amounts are awarded for time spent on exercises and deployments.

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Minimum Requirements

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- At least 17 years old, Australian citizen, and completed Year 10 education (or equivalent) with passes in English and Mathematics
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- Non‐citizen applicants may be eligible – see the ADF Careers Eligibility Page
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- Fit and healthy; must pass a physical fitness test
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- Successful security clearance
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Specific Role Requirements

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- Carpenter: Certificate III in Carpentry and demonstrable current work experience
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- Electrical Technician: Approved apprenticeship or traineeship, and full‐time employment requirement for the trade
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- Electrician: Approved apprenticeship or traineeship, and full‐time employment requirement for the trade
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- Metalsmith: Qualified Welder 1st Class, Boilermaker Marker Off, Boilermaker Welder, or Sheet Metal Worker; completed approved apprenticeship/traineeship and full‐time employment requirement
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- Plumber: Qualified plumber; completed approved apprenticeship/traineeship and full‐time employment requirement
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Apply Now

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Click the APPLY button if you're excited by this opportunity, and we'll contact you shortly.

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To view the full position description and learn more about Army Reserve life, visit the ADF Careers website.

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📌 Part-Time Army Carpenter, Electrician, Metalsmith & Plumber (Tax-Free Pay) (New South Wales)
🏢 Australian Army
📍 New South Wales