Artillery Logistic Specialist - Reserve

Step 1
You start Basic Training, this consists of two main courses and some online training packages. You can book on the courses to fit around your daily life, so it could take you several months to finish your basic training.

• Module 1: Foundation Training. 5 alternate residential weekends Fri - Sun at an Army training centre OR a nine-day residential course.

• Module 2: Battlecamp. 15-day residential course at an Army training establishment. You will learn fieldcraft, Skill at Arms, fitness training, qualities of a soldier, military knowledge, Battlefield casualty drills, individual health and education. This will culminate with a Passing Off Parade which your family and friends can attend to celebrate your success.

Step 2
Phase 2 training then teaches you the skills you need as a Gunner. You learn how to get ammunition and essential supplies to where they’re needed, safely and on time. You can get vehicle licences up to HGV standard. All courses are designed to fit around your day job.

You'll get paid a day rate according to your rank, starting from £63.27 in training and once you're a Private and increasing as you rise through the ranks. This includes being paid for weekly drill nights. Plus, if you complete all of your annual training, you're entitled to a tax-free lump sum called a bounty.

More about Reserve benefits

• HGV truck licence

• NVQ in Learning and Development

• Computer Literacy and IT Stage 1 (CLAIT)

• European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL)

• Tracked vehicle driving licence