Gap Year Army Military Police | Adelaide

Gain skills and experience for life in a high-tempo security role.

As a Gap Year Military Police member, you’ll join the team responsible for maintaining law and order in the Australian Defence Force. In your 12-month experience, you’ll learn new skills and apply them in a range of environments – from military bases, out in the field or working with other Army teams in support of domestic operations.

As a General Duties Military Police member you will learn to conduct a range of tasks including security and protection of assets and personnel, tactical investigation, traffic control and more. Military Police is a combat support role, however, it will be fast-paced and you’ll be close to the action. Learn more about the Military Police role here.

Throughout your Gap Year program, you will be supported by professional and dedicated Army personnel, who will provide the guidance necessary for you to get the most out of this experience.

Your training will begin at Kapooka in Wagga Wagga, NSW, where you’ll complete 12 weeks of recruit training. Training will involve physical training, weapon handling and shooting, first aid, drill and field craft. It’s challenging, but it will prepare you for anything.

Once you complete your Initial Military Training you’ll begin your Initial Employment Training at the Defence Force School of Policing in Holsworthy, NSW where you’ll learn the policing skills you need – from investigative procedures to the use of a speed measuring device.

Next, you’ll be posted to a Military Police unit across Australia. Here you’ll join an experienced team and have opportunities to put your new skills to the test. All while making friends and gaining experience that will last you a lifetime.

So, what happens next? After finishing your Gap Year program, you can choose to continue your career in the Army and upskill in one of the available Military Police specialisations from investigation, dog handling and close personnel protection. Or you can use your skills and experiences to gain an edge in future careers. There’s no obligation to serve beyond the one-year program period.

Life in the Army Gap Year Program:

Action, adventure, exciting career opportunities and amazing mateship – the Army Gap Year Program is a one-year commitment that takes you out of the office and into barracks, training exercises and the field itself.

There’s also the unique sense of accomplishment and pride that comes from serving your country and providing support to communities in need, both here and overseas. Whether you decide to extend into a longer-term role in the Army, or not, you’ll get the chance to see if it’s a good fit for you.

Along with the highly purposeful work, you’ll be working in a supportive environment alongside highly skilled professionals to help guide you throughout the whole program.

Salary:

Upon commencing training, your starting salary will be approximately $52,815 per annum plus 16.4% superannuation. On completion of your training for your 12-month role, you could earn $75,451.

In addition to your salary, you will receive generous superannuation and free medical and dental care.

Apply now:

For this role, you must be aged between 17-24 years old to apply, an Australian Citizen and have completed Year 12, with passes in Year 10 English and Maths.

Click the APPLY button if you think you have what it takes to spend 12 months as an Army Military Police (ADF Gap Year), and we’ll get in contact with you shortly.