About the role As a Logistics Specialist you ll be responsible for the supply and distribution of military materials hardware personnel and supplies using sophisticated computerised systems You ll also assist with the movement by air of New Zealand Defence Force personnel and equipment from the Army s light armoured vehicles to Air Force helicopters and explosives To get the job done you ll be trained to operate a variety of vehicles aircraft loading systems and logistics supply systems We ve got to work fast to make sure the Hercs are in the air when they need to be Kim Spain Play video Career progression and training Basic Training Job Training Upon successful enlistment into the Air Force you ll be posted to RNZAF Base Woodbourne near Blenheim Here you ll do 12 weeks of basic military training to Organisation and Administration RNZAF Customs and Protocol Drill and Parades Military Field Skills and Weapon Training First Aid and Search and Rescue Techniques Physical Fitness After 12 weeks basic military training at RNZAF Base Woodbourne you ll complete a 14 week residential course before spending two years working in a transit warehouse or forward support section on an Air Force base consolidating your training by means of a competency log Your advanced trade training is also a 14 week full time residential course covering air movements training operational and joint logistics supply chain management principles and much more As you progress through the trade courses you will be accredited NZQA certificates while qualifying for a variety of vehicle and aircraft loading equipment licenses Salary and benefits Careers in the Air Force are well rewarded as well as being diverse and exciting As you become more experienced and move up through the ranks gaining additional skills and qualifications you will see your salary rise accordingly 39 781 Recruit 47 224 Starting Salary 96 837 Higher Rank Benefits and allowances There are many additional benefits to being in the Defence Force that will make your money go further For example on top of your basic salary you can expect Military Factor This provides you with significant extra financial rewards because of the commitment you ve made to serve your country Free medical and dental Access to subsidised equipment on base Subsidised food on base Competitive superannuation up to 4 with KiwiSaver Sponsored tertiary study programmes at all levels Entry requirements You must be 17 years or older Meet the citizenship security requirements to gain CV security clearance for this trade Restricted or Full Class 1 Licence preferred You must have achieved the NCEA level 1 Literacy and Numeracy requirements You must be medically fit for service Colour perception restrictions may apply There are strict citizenship and security requirements to gain the required CV security clearance for this trade There may be a return of service period for this trade Please contact our 0800 number or talk to your Candidate Experience Facilitator for more information
