Requirements Citizenship

You must be an Australian citizen to serve in the ADF. However, Australian permanent residents may be eligible. For more details, visit the "Citizenship" tab on the Eligibility Requirements page.

Age

You can apply for a role in the ADF from 16.5 years of age and must be at least 17 to join. The maximum age to join is 57 years.

You must be at least 18 years of age on commencement of overseas training.

Licences

You don’t need a standard Australian driver’s licence for this role but if you have one, it can’t be suspended or cancelled.

Security requirements

All ADF members require a security clearance. As an ADF member, you’ll need to obtain the appropriate level of security clearance for your role. You’ll need a collection of relevant information including background checks and/or interviews so the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) can make an informed assessment to ensure the protection of Government resources and information. Your Careers Coach will explain what level of clearance is required for the career you are considering.

For more information or to learn about how security clearance will apply to you, view the eligibility requirements page.

Education and experience

You’ll need to have completed Year 12 (no ATAR required), with passes in Year 10 English and Maths.

Note: Consumer Maths, Maths in Society and similarly 'modified' maths are not suitable for this job.



Year 10 Trade and Business Maths is acceptable.

The Navy is currently reviewing how US Navy trade training can be recognised. If earning an Australian trade certification early in your career is a priority for you, you’re encouraged to explore the Marine Technician Submariner or Electronics Technician Submariner roles.

Health and fitness

To join the Navy, it's important that you meet the necessary medical and physical requirements. Regular exercise prior to joining will set you up for success as it is an important part of training and service life.

- Once you join, Navy will support your physical conditioning to ensure you're prepared to serve.
- You'll also have access to chef-made meals, gyms, sports and fitness sessions run by physical training instructors.

Throughout your Navy career, you’ll be expected to conduct an annual fitness test which includes a plank as well as either a beep test or run/walk or swim.

During the application process you’ll be assessed through a questionnaire about your medical history and a physical examination.

The Navy swim test

During Navy Military Training, whether heading to the New Entry Sailor Course (Recruit School) or the Recent Entry Officer Course, you'll need to pass a swim test wearing your uniform to graduate. This includes:

- safety jump off a 3m tower
- 10m underwater swim

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