Corporal Ground Operations Service Apache (MBO 2)

Introductory text

Are you technically minded and would you like to work among helicopters as a soldier? Are you interested in a varied job where you are involved in towing Apaches, maintaining vehicles, and performing various logistical and technical tasks? Then the position of Corporal Ground Operations Service is definitely for you!

What you will do

After your military training, you will work as a corporal at the Defence Helicopter Command (DHC). As a Corporal Ground Operations Service (G.O.D.), you will become part of the Technical Service of squadron 301. Squadron 301 flies the Apache combat helicopter. You will work within one of the five maintenance flights. Your task is to support mechanics and pilots. As a team player, but also on your own initiative.

As a Corporal Ground Operations Service, you are the technical all-rounder who is the foundation of all our operations. You ensure that the helicopters and ground support equipment are available at the right time and place at the maintenance location. Your work ranges from towing Apaches in and out, keeping the workshop clean, periodic maintenance of vehicles and support equipment, and performing various logistical and technical tasks. In addition, you will be involved in monitoring the shelf life of chemical operational substances.

As a Corporal G.O.D., you participate in both ceremonial and operational activities. You will go on exercises and deployments, where you are the indispensable link in the team. Various auxiliary tasks will be your responsibility.

Where you will work

You will work for the Defence Helicopter Command (DHC) and your duty station will be Gilze-Rijen Air Base. The department collaborates with the entire Defence organization and regularly contributes to UN and NATO missions. In addition, the DHC contributes to a number of important national tasks, such as counter-terrorism and aerial firefighting. In total, approximately 1700 employees (civilians and military personnel) work at the DHC, ensuring that the Apache, Chinook, Cougar, and NH90 helicopters with their associated aircrew are always ready.

Corporal Ground Operations Service Apache (MBO 2) €3,200 ~ €3,800 salary €3,600 bonus per year 23 ~ 30 days off per year Get your driver's license for free Location: RijenCorporal Ground Operations Service Apache (MBO 2) What you will do These topics are frequently asked to the Defence Chatbot This is your team Nick Rico Take a look Technical Service Air Combat Controller With an MQ-9 Reaper This is what we offer you 6 items We will train you Application process This is you

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