VeVa Soldaat Verkenner/Chauffeur

## Introduction *Have you (almost) completed your VeVa training, GROP training level 2? Are you curious and observant by nature? Do you also take initiative and are you a persistent go-getter? Then a job as Soldier Scout/Driver with the Cavalry Reconnaissance may be just right for you.* ## What you will do Soldiers of the Cavalry have traditionally also been called hussars. As a Soldier Scout/Driver, you gather information about the strength, location and plans of the enemy. You are the eyes and ears of the commander. The information you collect determines the actions of the unit. In a team of three people, you go on foot or with (armoured or unarmoured) vehicles to search for persons, units, command posts and logistical installations. In addition, you reconnoitre bridges, specific areas and routes that are often deep in enemy territory. You may also be deployed to protect the front and flanks of your brigade and to search for enemy scouts. Reconnaissance units are also deployed for surveillance missions both abroad and in the Netherlands. As the driver of the (armoured) vehicle, you are responsible for maintenance and camouflage. You are also able to operate an anti-tank weapon and the vehicle-mounted machine gun. **Please note: There are multiple intake moments (start dates) during the year. The intake date for which you are eligible will only be determined later. This depends, among other things, on the outcome of the Psychological Assessment, the Medical examination and the security investigation. Once all parts of the application process have been successfully completed, the start date will be discussed and recorded with you.** ## Where you will work You will work with a unit of the 13th Light Brigade in Oirschot, the 43rd Mechanised Brigade in Havelte, or with the Joint Intelligence, Surveillance, Target Acquisition & Reconnaissance Command (JISTARC) of the Land Operational Support Command (OOCL). After enlistment, you first follow the Basic Training of the Royal Netherlands Army (BOKL) in Oirschot or Assen. After completion, you follow driving training at the Driving Training and Education Centre in Oirschot. After passing this driving training, you follow the 12-week function-specific reconnaissance training at the Manoeuvre Training and Education Centre in Amersfoort. Any training for your individual specialisation is followed afterwards while you are posted to the unit. As a military member, you take part in various exercises. You should also bear in mind that, like every member of the military, you may be deployed abroad. €3,000 ~ €3,400 salary 23 ~ 30 days off per year Free driving licence Location: Assen, Oirschot Your starting salary depends on your age, education level and experience. As your knowledge and experience grow, your salary grows with you. On top of your salary, as a military member you also receive various structural and incidental allowances. The salaries listed on werkenbijdefensie.nl already include the VEB allowance. More info With a full employment contract, you are entitled to 23-30 days of leave per year, depending on your age. Do you have leftover days? Then you may carry them over to the following year under certain conditions. No driving licence yet? Get it free through Defence! We are happy to help you move forward, and not only when it comes to your career. If you join the Navy, Army, Air Force or Military Police, we can pay for your driving licence B at our expense. More information about driving licences at Defence. VeVa Soldier Scout/Driver *Have you (almost) completed your VeVa training, GROP training level 2? Are you curious and observant by nature? Do you also take initiative and are you a persistent go-getter? Then a job as Soldier Scout/Driver with the Cavalry Reconnaissance may be just right for you.* What you will do Soldiers of the Cavalry have traditionally also been called hussars. As a Soldier Scout/Driver, you gather information about the strength, location and plans of the enemy. You are the eyes and ears of the commander. The information you collect determines the actions of the unit. In a team of three people, you go on foot or with (armoured or unarmoured) vehicles to search for persons, units, command posts and logistical installations. In addition, you reconnoitre bridges, specific areas and routes that are often deep in enemy territory. You may also be deployed to protect the front and flanks of your brigade and to search for enemy scouts. Reconnaissance units are also deployed for surveillance missions both abroad and in the Netherlands. As the driver of the (armoured) vehicle, you are responsible for maintenance and camouflage. You are also able to operate an anti-tank weapon and the vehicle-mounted machine gun. **Please note: There are multiple intake moments (start dates) during the year. The intake date for which you are eligible will only be determined later. This depends, among other things, on the outcome of the Psychological Assessment, the Medical examination and the security investigation. Once all parts of the application process have been successfully completed, the start date will be discussed and recorded with you.** Where you will work You will work with a unit of the 13th Light Brigade in Oirschot, the 43rd Mechanised Brigade in Havelte, or with the Joint Intelligence, Surveillance, Target Acquisition & Reconnaissance Command (JISTARC) of the Land Operational Support Command (OOCL). After enlistment, you first follow the Basic Training of the Royal Netherlands Army (BOKL) in Oirschot or Assen. After completion, you follow driving training at the Driving Training and Education Centre in Oirschot. After passing this driving training, you follow the 12-week function-specific reconnaissance training at the Manoeuvre Training and Education Centre in Amersfoort. Any training for your individual specialisation is followed afterwards while you are posted to the unit. As a military member, you take part in various exercises. You should also bear in mind that, like every member of the military, you may be deployed abroad. MBO 2, MBO 3 You are between 17 years and 28 years and 11 months old Wearing glasses or contact lenses is not a problem. MBO-2 (all directions) Your profile We train you Your career As a Soldier Scout / Driver, your starting position lasts 3 years. During these three years, you will put everything you have learned into practice and gain experience. You will be assigned a specialism and will train to master it. After 3 years you can become a Corporal Gunner, depending on your performance and ambition. You will then take on more responsibilities and further develop your specialism, for example as a MEDIC. In the absence of the vehicle commander, you are responsible for the Fennek. You can also apply to become a non-commissioned officer in the Cavalry Reconnaissance or another arm or service, provided you hold VMBO TL/GL. Attend an event View our events Do you want to really get to know and experience Defence? During an event or webinar you get a better feel for the work, and of course you can ask all your questions. So plan an introduction soon. Fitness requirements To work at Defence, it is important that you have good physical fitness. That is why the physical test is an indispensable part of the application procedure. And to help you prepare well for it, we have developed special training schedules. Applying Your application with Defence consists of several parts. Discover the different application steps below. Amanda explains: this is how applying at Defence works €3,000 ~ €3,400 salary 23 ~ 30 days off per year Free driving licence Location: Assen, Oirschot Your starting salary depends on your age, education level and experience. As your knowledge and experience grow, your salary grows with you. On top of your salary, as a military member you also receive various structural and incidental allowances. The salaries listed on werkenbijdefensie.nl already include the VEB allowance. More info With a full employment contract, you are entitled to 23-30 days of leave per year, depending on your age. Do you have leftover days? Then you may carry them over to the following year under certain conditions. No driving licence yet? Get it free through Defence! We are happy to help you move forward, and not only when it comes to your career. If you join the Navy, Army, Air Force or Military Police, we can pay for your driving licence B at our expense. More information about driving licences at Defence. VeVa Soldier Scout/Driver Contact Questions about this vacancy? We are happy to help you further Also interesting for you