Job Description

GAIN QUALIFICATIONS

The Army can help you gain a range of qualifications. These could include:

• Level 2 Certificate Logistics & Transport
• Affiliate Membership of CILT
• Level 2 Apprenticeship Mail Services
• Get higher level qualifications as you progress.

SHOW PEOPLE WHAT YOU’RE CAPABLE OF

We'll be with you every step of the way as you move up the ranks. From the moment you begin your training you'll get all the support and encouragement you need to make a success of your career. Work hard and you'll soon get promoted, which means more responsibility and extra pay.
 

Become a Postal & Courier Operator and you’ll:

-Earn a starting salary of around £15,600 during Basic Training which will rise to £20,000 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 at least English Language and Maths

Fitness requirements:

• Mid Thigh Pull 46kg
• Medicine Ball Throw 2.9m
• 2km run 11m 15s (11m30s for Junior Entry)

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities