As an Electronic Technician you will be the ship’s electronic expert. You will learn to maintain a wide range of cutting edge technological systems. Or you may specialise as a Weapon Technician, maintaining the ship’s arsenal of weapons and systems. You’ll have the opportunity to earn as you learn on board, sailing local and international waters, and sampling foods, cultures and scenic attractions of coastal port towns.
One of the key differences between warships and commercial ships is the advanced weapons, communications and sensor systems. As the ship’s electronic experts you will make a vital contribution towards ensuring that the ship is ready to complete operations and provide a ‘fight’ capability. You will help to maintain an extensive range of cutting edge, technologically advanced systems.
You will join the Navy as a general Electronic Technician, whereby you will gain an understanding of the ship’s weapons, communications, and sensor systems, before deciding on your specialisation as an ‘Electronic’ or ‘Weapon’ Technician towards the end of your initial technical training course.
As an Electronic Technician, your work will involve testing, maintaining and repairing the ship’s electronic equipment, which may include: the combat management system, data and satellite communication systems, information systems (including networks), Closed Circuit Television (CCTV), radar, sonar and navigation equipment.
As a Weapon Technician you will be responsible for the testing, maintenance and repair of the ship’s arsenal of modern and accurate weaponry, which may include: small arms like shot guns, pistols and rifles or larger weapons like 50 calibre machine guns, torpedoes, surface-to-air missiles, Phalanx close in weapons system, 25mm Bushmaster, the Typhoon/Mini Typhoon and the ANZAC Frigate’s 5 inch gun.
Requirements
Basics
- Must be 18 years old by the time you graduate from recruit course.
- Eligible to meet national security clearance criteria, as stipulated by the Government's Protective Security Requirements.
Education
- Minimum: NCEA Level 2 certificate.
Find out more about the NCEA levels and certificate requirements - https://www2.nzqa.govt.nz/ncea/about-ncea/ncea-levels-and-certificates/
Fitness & Medical
- You must be medically fit for service.
- You must meet the minimum entry fitness standards.
Citizenship
There are strict citizenship and security requirements to gain the required SV security clearance for this trade.
Find out if you’re eligible here. - https://www.defencecareers.mil.nz/how-do-i-join/am-i-eligible
