Mariner

A job as a Mariner could be ideal. You'll serve on Army ships or boats, navigating and maintaining your vessel. You take the helm, use on-board equipment and work worldwide, often supporting Commando and Special Forces. Once you're experienced, you could command your own crew. You start by learning all about your role and being a soldier. Then you go to Southampton, where you transport troops and supplies. You take maritime qualifications and learn about communication and teamwork. Activities and good mates bring fun and challenges off-duty., Then you take Seamanship training at the Defence School of Logistics at Marchwood near Southampton. Over 20 weeks, you learn to carry out seamanship duties as a deckhand on board an Army Work Boat, Mexeflote and Combat Support Boat.

Earn a starting salary of around £16,844 during Basic Training which will rise to £21,425 after completing 26 weeks' training or after completing your Initial Trade Training, if less than 26 weeks - Receive subsidised accommodation and facilities, increasing your disposable income - Receive free medical and dental health cover - Have the continuous access promotional opportunity and to continually progress your career - Be sponsored to earn valuable civilian-recognised qualifications - Take part in Adventurous Training and be able to play your favourite sports. BELONG TO SOMETHING THAT MATTERS. You should be:

• Regular Army age: 16.6 - 35.6 years
• Army Reserve age:
New enlistments: 17.9 - 43 years Ex-Regular: 17.9 - 52 years Specialist (Soldier): 17.9 - 50 years Qualifications you'll need: GCSE Grade A-D/9-3 in Maths Fitness requirements:
• Mid-Thigh Pull 46kg
• Medicine Ball Throw 2.9m
• 2km run 11m 15s (11m30s for Junior Entry)