- .Army Reserve
- .Available Roles
- .Artillery Surveillance Observer
- combat
- Soldier
- Reserve
Artillery Surveillance Observer - Reserve
You spot enemy's units and artillery using radar and acoustic ranging systems. Then we lock in on them, which may save many lives. Off duty, there’s an unbeatable Army lifestyle.
Starting day rate
£0
Role details
Age
To apply for this position, you must be between 17 years & 9 months old and 42 years & 6 months old at the time of your application.
Education
Qualifications: No formal qualifications needed
Need help?
Have any questions? Your local unit will help you through the process.
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 turns you into a Gunner. You will learn the skills to operate within a small team to identify targets and relay fire missions to the Gun positions. Training is usually completed over a 2-week period within the Regiment, with another Artillery Reserve Regiment or at the School of Artillery in Larkhill. There may be an opportunity to conduct this training over a number of modular weekends. You will also have the chance to attend courses that teach you how to drive a Land Rover cross country and operate a cutting-edge digital communications system.
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.
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