Australian Defence Force

Browse careers that are in demand now and meet Australia’s future workforce needs.

Human Resources Manager

A Human Resources Manager oversees workforce management, linking employees and management while handling recruitment, training, and conflict resolution.

Avg yearly income $124,800
Skill level Advanced

Dentist

A Dentist examines and treats oral health issues, performing cleanings, fillings, extractions, and sometimes orthodontic procedures.

Avg yearly income $152,360
Skill level Advanced

Logistics Administrator

A Logistics Administrator processes orders, manages stock levels, organises transport, and uses digital systems while coordinating administrative tasks.

Avg yearly income $70,200
Skill level Beginner

Drone Operator

A Drone Operator flies unmanned aerial vehicles for various purposes, including photography and surveillance, while ensuring safety and maintaining equipment.

Avg yearly income $93,600
Skill level Beginner

Mechanical Engineer

A Mechanical Engineer oversees mechanical operations in a plant, designing and monitoring equipment like engines and turbines for optimal performance.

Avg yearly income $122,200
Skill level Advanced

Aviation Manager

An Aviation Manager oversees air transport operations, including safety, security, maintenance, and customer services, while ensuring efficient multitasking and leadership.

Avg yearly income $119,600
Skill level Advanced

Australian Defence Force Worker

An Australian Defence Force Worker serves in various military roles, requiring physical fitness, teamwork, and communication skills.

Avg yearly income $93,600
Skill level Beginner

Ambulance Service Paramedic

An Ambulance Service Paramedic provides emergency care, responds to 000 calls, treats patients on-site, and must stay calm under pressure with strong decision-making skills.

Avg yearly income $89,960
Skill level Advanced

Aeronautical Engineer

An Aeronautical Engineer designs, develops, and tests aircraft and spacecraft while ensuring they meet safety, efficiency, and regulatory standards.

Avg yearly income $73,008
Skill level Advanced

Firefighter

A Firefighter responds to fires, accidents, and rescues, operating equipment to save lives, requiring teamwork, safety focus, calm communication, and physical fitness.

Avg yearly income $77,480
Skill level Beginner

Aerospace Engineer

An Aerospace Engineer designs and modifies aircraft, specialising in various types, overseeing construction and maintenance while solving complex problems.

Avg yearly income $127,400
Skill level Advanced
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia

Courses in australian defence force

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
BSB50320

Diploma of Human Resource Management
Blended, Online, Traineeship
12 - 24 months
$0 - $4,095
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Human Resources Manager Human Resources Director Recruitment Manager
Talent Acquisition Manager Compensation and Benefits Manager Employee Relations Manager Learning and Development Manager Organisational Development Consultant HR Business Partner
+ 6 more
BSB60420

Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management
On Campus, Online
18 months
$0 - $9,800
  • At least 2 years work experience in a related field OR
  • Completed Diploma (AQF Level 5) or above from the BSB Training Package
Additional requirements may apply.
Human Resources Manager General Manager Area Manager
Regional Manager Change Management Consultant Development Manager Digital Transformation Manager Research and Development Manager
+ 5 more
  • At least 2 years work experience in a related field OR
  • Completed Diploma (AQF Level 5) or above from the BSB Training Package
Additional requirements may apply.
Human Resources Manager General Manager Area Manager Regional Manager Change Management Consultant Development Manager Digital Transformation Manager Research and Development Manager + 5 more

Master of Engineering (Mechanical)
On Campus, Online
24 months
$25,440
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Design Engineer Manufacturing Engineer Mechanical Engineer
Project Engineer Aeronautical Engineer Product Development Engineer Maintenance Engineer Aerospace Engineer Automotive Engineer
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Design Engineer Manufacturing Engineer Mechanical Engineer Project Engineer Aeronautical Engineer Product Development Engineer Maintenance Engineer Aerospace Engineer Automotive Engineer + 6 more

Bachelor of Science (Mechanical Engineering)
On Campus, Online
36 months
$37,908
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mechanical Engineer Manufacturing Engineer Process Engineer
Product Development Engineer Automotive Engineer Robotics Engineer
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mechanical Engineer Manufacturing Engineer Process Engineer Product Development Engineer Automotive Engineer Robotics Engineer + 3 more
HLTAID011

Provide First Aid
Blended, On Campus
1 - 4 days
$99 - $160
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
First Aider Australian Defence Force Worker Crowd Controller
Childcare Worker Safety Officer Aged Care Worker Disability Support Worker Pool Lifeguard Outdoor Adventure Guide
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
First Aider Australian Defence Force Worker Crowd Controller Childcare Worker Safety Officer Aged Care Worker Disability Support Worker Pool Lifeguard Outdoor Adventure Guide + 6 more
BSB50120

Diploma of Business (Organisational Development)
Blended, Online
12 months
$1,499 - $3,595
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Business Development Manager Human Resources Manager Change Manager
Training and Development Manager Strategy Manager Organisational Development Consultant Learning and Development Manager
+ 4 more
BSB60320

Advanced Diploma of Human Resource Management
Blended, Online
12 - 18 months
$2,199 - $6,095
  • At least 4 years work experience in a related field OR
  • Completed Diploma of Human Resource Management or equivalent qualifications
Additional requirements may apply.
Human Resources Manager Human Resources Director Human Resources Officer
Workplace Relations Officer People and Culture Manager Organisational Development Consultant HR Business Partner
+ 4 more
  • At least 4 years work experience in a related field OR
  • Completed Diploma of Human Resource Management or equivalent qualifications
Additional requirements may apply.
Human Resources Manager Human Resources Director Human Resources Officer Workplace Relations Officer People and Culture Manager Organisational Development Consultant HR Business Partner + 4 more

Professional Certificate of Competency in Hydraulics and Pneumatics
Online
3 months
$1,581
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Hydraulic Mechanic Fluid Power Engineer Mechanical Engineer
Mechanical Technician Mechanical Fitter Maintenance Engineer
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Hydraulic Mechanic Fluid Power Engineer Mechanical Engineer Mechanical Technician Mechanical Fitter Maintenance Engineer + 3 more

Graduate Diploma of Engineering (Mechanical)
Online
12 months
$12,738
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mechanical Engineer Robotics Engineer Aeronautical Engineer
Mechanical Design Engineer Project Engineer Maintenance Engineer Manufacturing Engineer Production Engineer Plant Engineer Field Engineer
+ 7 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mechanical Engineer Robotics Engineer Aeronautical Engineer Mechanical Design Engineer Project Engineer Maintenance Engineer Manufacturing Engineer Production Engineer Plant Engineer Field Engineer + 7 more
TLI40324

Certificate IV in Supply Chain Operations
Blended, On Campus
24 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Logistics Administrator Logistics Manager Warehouse Manager
Inventory Controller Logistics Officer Transport Scheduler Logistics Planner Inventory Planner Logistics Coordinator Logistics Specialist
+ 7 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Logistics Administrator Logistics Manager Warehouse Manager Inventory Controller Logistics Officer Transport Scheduler Logistics Planner Inventory Planner Logistics Coordinator Logistics Specialist + 7 more
BSB50120

Diploma of Business (Leadership)
Online
12 months
$3,595
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Team Leader Supervisor Corporate Services Manager
Business Adviser Business Relationship Manager General Manager Project Manager Human Resources Manager Sales Manager Marketing Manager
+ 7 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Team Leader Supervisor Corporate Services Manager Business Adviser Business Relationship Manager General Manager Project Manager Human Resources Manager Sales Manager Marketing Manager + 7 more
HLTAID015

Provide Advanced Resuscitation and Oxygen Therapy
On Campus
2 hours
$190
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Paramedic Emergency Medical Technician Remote Area Nurse
First Aider Pool Lifeguard Firefighter Outdoor Adventure Guide Security Officer
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Paramedic Emergency Medical Technician Remote Area Nurse First Aider Pool Lifeguard Firefighter Outdoor Adventure Guide Security Officer + 5 more
HLTAID013

Provide First Aid in Remote or Isolated Site
On Campus
9 hours
$350
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
First Aider Australian Defence Force Worker Remote Area Nurse
Tour Guide Outdoor Adventure Guide
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
First Aider Australian Defence Force Worker Remote Area Nurse Tour Guide Outdoor Adventure Guide + 2 more

Bachelor of Applied Business (Management)
Online
24 months
$58,200
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Project Manager Operations Manager Small Business Owner
Team Leader Business Development Manager Entrepreneur Sales Manager General Manager Management Consultant Human Resources Manager
+ 7 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Project Manager Operations Manager Small Business Owner Team Leader Business Development Manager Entrepreneur Sales Manager General Manager Management Consultant Human Resources Manager + 7 more

Graduate Certificate in Mechanical Engineering
Online
6 months
$5,094
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mechanical Engineer Manufacturing Engineer Aeronautical Engineer
Design Engineer Project Manager Engineering Consultant Maintenance Engineer Quality Assurance Engineer
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mechanical Engineer Manufacturing Engineer Aeronautical Engineer Design Engineer Project Manager Engineering Consultant Maintenance Engineer Quality Assurance Engineer + 5 more

Cyber Security Analytics: Transform
Online
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Cyber Security Consultant Cyber Security Technician Cyber Security Analyst
Penetration Tester Ethical Hacker Computer Forensic Analyst
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Cyber Security Consultant Cyber Security Technician Cyber Security Analyst Penetration Tester Ethical Hacker Computer Forensic Analyst + 3 more
BSB50320 & BSB50120

Dual Diploma of Human Resource Management & Diploma of Business (Operations)
Online
12 months
$5,095
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Human Resources Manager Human Resources Officer Commercial Manager
Human Resources Administrator Operations Coordinator Operations Manager Recruitment Consultant Business Development Manager HR Business Partner Project Manager
+ 7 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Human Resources Manager Human Resources Officer Commercial Manager Human Resources Administrator Operations Coordinator Operations Manager Recruitment Consultant Business Development Manager HR Business Partner Project Manager + 7 more
BSBSS00117

Diversity and Inclusion Skill Set
Blended, Online
6 months
$1,195
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Operations Manager Human Resources Manager Employee Relations Manager
Community Engagement Coordinator Talent Acquisition Specialist Change Management Consultant
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Operations Manager Human Resources Manager Employee Relations Manager Community Engagement Coordinator Talent Acquisition Specialist Change Management Consultant + 3 more
BSBSS00111

Human Resources Advisor Skill Set
Blended, Online
6 months
$1,395
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Human Resource Advisor Human Resources Manager Human Resources Assistant
Recruitment Consultant Work Health and Safety Officer Talent Acquisition Specialist
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Human Resource Advisor Human Resources Manager Human Resources Assistant Recruitment Consultant Work Health and Safety Officer Talent Acquisition Specialist + 3 more

Professional Certificate of Competency in Vibration Analysis, Balancing, Alignment, Predictive and Precision Maintenance of Machinery
Online
3 months
$0 - $1,581
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Maintenance Engineer Quality Assurance Engineer Mechanical Engineer
Process Engineer Maintenance Manager Control Systems Engineer
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Maintenance Engineer Quality Assurance Engineer Mechanical Engineer Process Engineer Maintenance Manager Control Systems Engineer + 3 more
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