- .Army Reserve
- .Available Roles
- .Petroleum Operator
- logistics
- Soldier
- Reserve
Petroleum Operator - Reserve
Be our expert on fuel and keep Army vehicles moving.
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
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
Then it’s onto a 2-week course where you’re trained to be a Petroleum Operator. Later on, you can earn your Category C Driving Licence. We’ll do our best to make sure your training fits 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. 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.
Level 2 Certificate Logistics and Transport
National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH)
Transferable credits towards some Degree Programmes with appointed Universities
Level 3-4 Diploma in Team Management