Tank Crew Member at the British Army (Open to Nigerians)

The British Army is the principal land warfare force of the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies, a part of the British Armed Forces along with the Naval Service and the Royal Air Force.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified Commonwealth citizens, including Nigerians for the position below: 

Job Title: Tank Crew Member

Location: United Kingdom
Corps: Royal Armoured
Employment Type: Regular (full-time)
Open to: Nigerians

Description

• A powerful engine, heavy armour and massive firepower: that’s the Challenger 2 Main Battle Tank. As a member of a Tank Crew you’ll drive and operate this amazing vehicle as part of a four-strong team. You’ll get to work in different roles including driver, gunner and loader. Eventually you can even qualify to command your own tank. But first, you’ll get first-class training that will teach you how to look after your tank.
• The Royal Armoured Corps (RAC) provides the armour capability of the British Army. It combines speed, momentum, firepower and reconnaissance capabilities with armoured fighting vehicles, such as the Challenger 2 Main Battle Tank and Jackal Fighting Vehicle.

Key Responsibilities

• Get specialist training in tank warfare and armoured combat
• Focus on combat
• Be part of a four-person crew who live, work and fight from the British Army’s most impressive armoured vehicle
• Take on the only role in the British Army that allows you to become a tank driver
• Enjoy a varied role and opportunities to travel.

Entry Requirements

• Age: From 16 years & 0 months to 35 years & 6 months

Qualifications:

• No formal qualifications needed
• Basic physical fitness assessment:
• Mid Thigh Pull 76kg
• Medicine Ball Throw 3.1m
• MSFT (beep test) level 8.06.

Salary

• £25,200 is the minimum amount you'll earn during training.

Application Closing Date
26th August, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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