Your role:

As a Chaplain in the Navy, you'll be a part of a holistic team, working with Chaplains and pastoral carers from other faith groups. You will seek to minister to both Navy members and their families, this means serving where Navy's people are, both at sea and ashore.

You’ll enter the Navy as an ordained minister/religious leader in your faith group and be responsible to your faith group authorities and remain committed to the faith group traditions.

You’ll enjoy a market-market-competitive salary package, career stability, opportunities for continuous progression and an adventurous lifestyle, all while making a difference to Australia.

Job security
Superannuation of 16.4% - 4.4% over the Australian average, meaning you can retire with more
Free medical and dental care
Become a homeowner: get help to buy a home
Cheaper living: rent allowance or subsidised rental
Career progression and development prospects
Travel and adventure
Free fitness facilities
Support for your family:



subsidised healthcare, free access to on-base gyms and pools, family and community programs, resources for school transitions
Delicious chef made meals at sea
Balance of shore and sea postings

Upon completion of your initial military and employment training, you’ll enjoy a salary package starting from $124,146 per annum.

For this role, you must be an Australian Citizen and hold a bachelor's degree in theology, Ministry or equivalent, and at least two full years of pastoral care experience since ordination or equivalent. Chaplains also require faith group endorsement from the appropriate member of the Religious Advisory Committee to the Services.

If you are not an Australian Citizen please visit the ADF Careers Eligibility Page to confirm you meet the requirements for a career in the ADF.
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