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UNIT GROUP 1392 SENIOR NON-COMMISSIONED DEFENCE FORCE MEMBERS

SENIOR NON-COMMISSIONED DEFENCE FORCE MEMBERS implement and enforce directives of commissioned officers of the Australian and New Zealand Defence Forces.

Indicative Skill Level:
In Australia and New Zealand:

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks Include:
• supervising a small group of subordinates
• maintaining discipline of subordinates
• monitoring the morale, welfare and behaviour of subordinates, and advising commanding officers accordingly
• instructing subordinates in dress, deportment, demeanour, behaviour, drill and devotion to duty to maintain military standards
• conducting military drills and inspections
• teaching military traditions and customs

Occupation:
139211 Senior Non-commissioned Defence Force Member

Implements and enforces directives of commissioned officers of the Australian or New Zealand Defence Forces.

This occupation includes the following ranks:
Air Force: Flight Sergeant, Sergeant, Warrant Officer, Warrant Officer of the Air Force
Army: Regimental Sergeant Major of the Army, Sergeant, Warrant Officer Class 1, Warrant Officer Class 2
Navy: Chief Petty Officer, Petty Officer, Warrant Officer, Warrant Officer of the Navy

Skill Level: 1