Surface Warfare Officer (Travel Prospects) As a Surface Warfare Officer in the Navy, you’ll take on a leadership role that will help drive the future of the Navy's surface fleet.

Working at sea or ashore, you'll command and lead in Air, Surface, Mine, Anti-Submarine, Amphibious and Navigation warfare operations across the maritime domain. You’ll be accountable for the safety of your ship and play a lead role in the meticulous planning and execution of military operations.

Being accountable for the safety of the ship

Bridgemanship and navigation

Understanding the operation and use of machinery and the propulsion plant

Launching and recovering the ship’s boats and aircraft

Monitoring ship safety during live weapons firings

Contributing to whole ship warfare activities

Warfare tactics, including evasive ship handling manoeuvres

Assisting with the identification of advancing aircraft, submarines and other warships.

Job security

Superannuation of 16.4% - 4.4% over the Australian average, meaning you can retire with more

Free medical and dental care

Sense of accomplishment and pride that comes from serving your country

Get paid to train from day one - no experience required





Become a homeowner: get help to buy a home

Cheaper living: rent allowance or subsidised rental

Career progression and development opportunities

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

Salary: Upon completion of your degree and initial military and employment training, you’ll enjoy a salary package starting from $108,786.

For this role, you must be at least 17 at the time of appointment, an Australian Citizen, have completed Year 12 with passes in English and three other approved Year 12 subjects or be in Year 12 and on track to pass them all. Or for ADFA, with an Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) high enough to qualify for entry to the relevant degree program.

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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📌 Surface Warfare Officer Travel Opportunities Brisbane
🏢 Australian Defence Force
📍 Brisbane