Infantry Soldier - Fennek Driver

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Imagine: as a Fennek Driver, you and your team go to the place of action to engage in ground combat. Sounds exciting? With a completed VMBO BB diploma, this scenario can become a reality if you apply for this exciting position with the Army! Are you the colleague we are looking for? Read on and discover what this position (and training) means for you.

Note: If you are hired for this position, you will be appointed as 'Infantry Soldier' within the Ministry of Defence.

What you will do

As a Fennek Driver, you will work with the most powerful unit of the Royal Netherlands Army. The FENNEK can transport infantry soldiers to and from the front and actively participate in combat. You will always move in a team of three. You will do this on foot or with the Fennek, an armored vehicle that you will drive yourself. You will reconnoiter bridges, specific areas, and routes that are often deep into enemy territory. You may also be deployed to search for enemy scouts, or to guard the front and flanks of your brigade. You will be trained on multiple communication and weapon systems. Additionally, you may be assigned a specialization such as casualty helper, operator of Unmanned Arial Systems (UAS), or communication specialist.

PLUS POINTS OF THIS POSITION

• Salary: your gross basic salary, with allowances and our favorable travel expenses, pension, and health insurance schemes, will result in a pleasant surprise net.
• Work atmosphere: nowhere else will you be part of such a close-knit team of colleagues as within the Ministry of Defence.
• Career advancement opportunities: the Ministry of Defence is not only an employer but also a large training institute where you can follow courses to grow personally and professionally.

Note: there are multiple start dates throughout the year. After applying, you will receive a personal application file containing a call-up date. Please note: this is a fictional date and therefore not correct. The start date for which you are eligible will be determined later. This depends, among other things, on the results of the psychological selection, the medical examination, and the security screening, which are part of the application process. Once all these components have been successfully completed, your start date will be discussed and confirmed.

Where you will work

You will be stationed at 43 Mechanized Brigade in Darp. This brigade is mainly located in the north of Overijssel. The brigade consists of two mechanized infantry battalions, of which you will be a part. Camaraderie is high, and you are an indispensable link in that close-knit team.

Before you start working, you will first complete a training program, consisting of the Basic Training Royal Netherlands Army (BOKL) in Assen, supplemented by the Maneuver Function Training (MFO) in Havelte. After successfully completing your training, you will immediately begin your career as an infantry soldier in a Mechanized Infantry Battalion.

Infantry Soldier - Fennek Driver €3,000 ~ €3,400 salary 23 ~ 30 days off per year Obtain your driver's license for free Location: Darp (Havelte)Infantry Soldier - Fennek Driver What you will do These topics are frequently asked at the Defence Chatbot This is your team Deveney Tim Leon Boxer Driver Air Assault Brigade Corporal Mechanized Infantry This is what you get from us 5 items Application process This is you

Maybe you are hesitating. We are not. We see not only who you are now but also who you can become. What you can't do today, you'll learn tomorrow. With good education, training, guidance, and a team that supports you.

Take the step How do I prepare?

Don't worry, we believe in you. At Defence, you will receive everything you need to grow: good education, training, coaching, and a team that stands behind you. If it doesn't work out, we will help you further. Together we will look for where you are in the right place within Defence.

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