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

Overview 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.

Base Pay Range A$29.50 / hour – A$29.50 / hour

Your Role 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.

Trade Roles (Responsibilities)

Build, maintain and repair Army facilities and support local communities

as a Carpenter

Keep Army electrical, refrigeration and air‑conditioning equipment in peak working order

as an Electrical Technician

Power Army buildings and battle management systems

as an Electrician

Maintain Army vehicles and equipment mission ready

as a Metalsmith

Apply plumbing skills

as a Plumber

Why Join the Army Reserve?

Rewarding work that can differ from your day job

Tax‑free daily pay

Free healthcare and accommodation while on exercise or deployment

Flexible time commitment – 20 to 100 days per year

Chance to work close to home

Supportive team environment

Option to volunteer for overseas deployment

Friendships that last a lifetime

No minimum period of service; you can leave and rejoin at any time





Boost Your Income 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.

Minimum Requirements

At least 17 years old, Australian citizen, and completed Year 10 education (or equivalent) with passes in English and Mathematics

Non‑citizen applicants may be eligible – see the ADF Careers Eligibility Page

Fit and healthy; must pass a physical fitness test

Successful security clearance

Specific Role Requirements

Carpenter:

Certificate III in Carpentry and demonstrable current work experience

Electrical Technician:

Approved apprenticeship or traineeship, and full‑time employment requirement for the trade

Electrician:

Approved apprenticeship or traineeship, and full‑time employment requirement for the trade

Metalsmith:

Qualified Welder 1st Class, Boilermaker Marker Off, Boilermaker Welder, or Sheet Metal Worker; completed approved apprenticeship/traineeship and full‑time employment requirement

Plumber:

Qualified plumber; completed approved apprenticeship/traineeship and full‑time employment requirement

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

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

📌 Part-Time Army Carpenter, Electrician, Metalsmith (Canberra)
🏢 Australian Army
📍 Canberra