At a glance
- Soldier
- combat
Could you ensure that the troops on the battlefield are supplied with vital ammunition, food and water? If so, you could be a key part of the Royal Artillery team.
When troops on the ground call for supplies, they need them fast. It’s your job to get them there quickly and safely. You supply heavy-artillery shells and high-tech air defence weapons, as well as food, water and vehicle spares. For that, you need combat skills and transport know-how. You’ll get first-class training to ensure you have the best knowledge to get the job done. You’ll also get an exciting Army life that could take you all over the world. You’ll make great friends and do sports and Adventurous Training, while building a fantastic career. You can take qualifications in all kinds of subjects from HGV driving to IT.
The Royal Artillery is the heart of the action - everywhere across the battlefield - providing the British Army with its eyes, ears and firepower. Using high-tech surveillance devices and uncrewed aircraft, the Royal Artillery finds the enemy. We then monitor them before striking decisively. We do this by co-ordinated use of our guns, rockets and missiles, the Army’s attack helicopters and other weapons, including fast jets and even the guns of Royal Navy ships.
Key Responsibilities
Get vital supplies to troops
Supply ammunition to gun lines
Enjoy opportunities to travel
Gain multiple driving qualifications
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Reserve (part time)
Entry requirements
Age:
From 17 years & 9 months to 42 years & 6 months
Qualifications:
Qualifications: No formal qualifications needed
Basic physical fitness assessment:
Mid Thigh Pull 50kg
Medicine Ball Throw 2.7m
MSFT (beep test) level 6.6
Army Reserve standards
Mid Thigh Pull: 50kg
Medicine Ball Throw: 2m 70cm
MSFT (beep test): Level 5 shuttle 8
Training for the role
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.
Qualifications you could get after training
HGV truck licence
NVQ in Learning and Development
Computer Literacy and IT Stage 1 (CLAIT)
European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL)
Tracked vehicle driving licence
Pay & benefits
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.
How to Apply
When you decide to apply, your local unit will help you through the process - you don't need to wait until you've finished Army Assessment to get involved.
To join, you have to apply online. The application process will take some time, but you can also ring the unit you're interested in joining - the team there will help often invite you to join them for drill nights, and you'll get support for your application.