GO INTO BATTLE WITH DEVASTATING FIRE POWER
THE WORK IS EXCITING - DRIVING AND FIRING A 60-TONNE MAIN BATTLE TANK IS A GREAT DEAL OF RESPONSIBILITY.
Training For The Role
Step 1
You'll start with your initial military training which will teach you how to be a soldier - this will cover everything from fieldcraft to how to handle a rifle. If you join as a Junior Soldier (under 17 years 5 months), you’ll do a 23-week basic military training course at Harrogate. If you join as a Regular Soldier (over 17 years 1 month), you’ll do the regular 14-week adult basic training.
Step 2
Next, you’ll head to Bovington, Dorset for 20 weeks of specialist training, to develop your technical skills. You will complete your driving licence (if you don't already have it) and then move on to your tracked vehicle licence (the H licence) before getting to grips with driving the 62 tonne Challenger 2. You will also learn how to maintain and fix the Challenger 2 as well as use the radios.
Entry Requirements
Age:
16 years - 35 years 6 months
Qualifications:
No formal qualifications needed
Fitness:
- Mid Thigh Pull 76kg
- Medicine Ball Throw 3.1m
- 2km run 10m 15s
Qualifications You Could Get After Training
- Car licence (Cat B)
- HGV licence (Cat C)
- Level 2 Technical Certificate in Engineering (Intermediate)
- Level 3 Technical Diploma in Engineering (Advanced)
Rank Progression
Learn about rank progression here.
Pay and Benefits
"After three months of basic training you will get selected to your Regiment. You’ll then have further training at the Armoured Centre, Bovington. If you can’t drive now, we’ll teach you and help you get your licence. You’ll go on to learn how to drive, maintain and fire the Challenger 2 Main Battle Tank. With our expert training, you’ll soon get to grips with the tank’s awesome weapons and communications systems. In the British Army, the learning never stops. We’ll make sure that you’re always well prepared for the next challenge."
HOW TO APPLY
Once your online application has been approved, you'll meet with a local recruiter. This is your chance to tell us about the role that you're interested in. When you go to the Assessment Centre,you'll take tests - the results will show whether you'd be suitable for this role, or should consider a different role.
Training For The Role
Step 1
Your training will take place at your local regiment, where you’ll learn the basics of soldiering.
Step 2
You’ll then go on to learn how to drive, maintain and fire the Challenger 2 Main Battle Tank. We’ll give you the same annual training tests as regular soldiers – and the same opportunities to join in adventure training and sport.
Entry Requirements
Age:
17 years 9 months - 49 years 6 months
Fitness:
- Mid Thigh Pull 76kg
- Medicine Ball Throw 3.1m
- 2km run 10m 15s
Qualifications:
No formal qualifications needed
Qualifications You Could Get After Training
- Car licence (Cat B)
- Track licence (Cat C)
- Level 2 Technical Certificate in Engineering (Intermediate)
- Level 3 Technical Diploma in Engineering (Advanced)
Pay and Benefits
You’ll get paid a day rate according to your rank, starting from £37.47 in training and rising to £46.42 per day once you’re a Private. This includes being paid for weekly drill nights. Plus, if you complete all of your annual training days, you’re entitled to a tax-free lump sum called a bounty.
HOW TO APPLY
Once your online application has been approved, you'll meet with a local recruiter. This is your chance to tell us about the role that you're interested in. When you go to the Assessment Centre,you'll take tests - the results will show whether you'd be suitable for this role, or should consider a different role.
