Further Training
Other Ranks (Non Technical)
Post-graduate Training
There are many professional development courses available on graduation from the Airfield Defence Guard Basic Course. Some of these include:
- ADG leadership / Promotion Courses;
- Close Personal Protection Course (CPP);
- Driver training (Protected Mobility Vehicle (PMV)), Bushmaster, Unimog truck, DRZ 400cc Motorcycle);
- Instructor Technique Course; and
- Weapon Instructor Course.
Promotion through the ranks of non commissioned officer is competitive and subject to vacancies. You will need to demonstrate sound trade skills, positive attitude and also to have successfully completed any qualifying trade tests and/or promotion examinations. The opportunity exists within the mustering for promotion to the rank of Warrant Officer.
Other Ranks (Non Technical) (Reserve)
INDIVIDUAL REINFORCEMENT TRAINING
On completion of the ADG Basic Course you will undertake Individual Reinforcement Training. This training will assist with your transition into a Squadron environment and is an integral part of the 11 months full time service period.
The Individual Reinforcement Training program covers all typical ground defence operational requirements as well as routine administrative requirements. The program has been devised to be both interesting and challenging using realism in mission orientation and finally group dynamics. The program consists of the following phases.
Specialist Training
- Direct Fire Support Weapons: ADGs will trained to operated the MAG 58 GSMG, the 84mm Medium Direct Fire Support Weapon, the 66 Light Direct Fire Support Weapon; and
- Motor Transport Operations: ADGs will be trained to operate military vehicles to support ground defence operations and training.
Patrol and Surveillance Operation
- Section and Flight Tactics by day and night.
Close Defence Operations
- Military Operations in Urban Terrain;
- Quick reaction Force; and
- Air Security Operations.
Live Fire Exercises
- an assessment on all skills taught during Individual Reinforcement Training.
