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Ground Combat & Security

You’ll be the team on the ground charged with protecting, training and keeping the RAF safe from national and international threats.
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WHAT IS Ground Combat & Security?

Ground Combat & Security protects and enables the RAF with reach, agility and innovation. You’ll work across the RAF carrying out crucial duties to protect personnel, RAF bases, assets and operations overseas.

 

Not only will you be trained in a range of specialist skills but you could also join an elite team working to train others to defend RAF assets around the world. You will also be part of ceremonial duties at important occasions.

OFFICER ROLES

You could be commanding Regiment Gunners protecting our bases or you could be carrying out a series of investigations.

AVIATOR ROLES

You could be a Regiment gunner or RAF Police defending our bases at home and abroad.

LEARN ABOUT Ground Combat & Security

 

You’ll be on the ground protecting existing airfields and securing forward operating bases from internal and external threats.

 

You could be involved in entertainment too. Our musicians perform at concert halls, graduation ceremonies and military parades across the world.

Who protects the force?

A role as a Regiment Gunner relies on resilience, determination and strong team work to keep us safe.

Get paid to train, travel the world and make friends for life

Life in the RAF is more than just a job, it’s a vocation and a lifestyle, it’s who you are. We take care of you when you’re off the clock too. We offer a highly competitive benefits package and there are sporting opportunities and facilities available to everyone. Balance is key. So whilst travelling the world, making new friends and expanding your horizons all come included, we understand the importance of staying connected to friends and family back home too.

EXPLORE ROLES

Roles within Ground Combat & Security are varied, the right one for you will depend on your passion, qualifications and skills.
Ground Combat & Security
RAF Regiment Gunner
Sport & fitness Transport & vehicles Travelling the world
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RAF Police
Helping people Transport & vehicles Aircraft
Ground Combat & Security
RAF Regiment Officer
Sport & fitness Transport & vehicles Travelling the world
Ground Combat & Security
RAF Police Officer
Helping people Transport & vehicles Aircraft

WHY JOIN THE RAF?

With benefits like subsidised food, travel, accommodation and free gym facilities, at the end of the month you’ll have more money in your pocket saved on these essentials.

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Rent from £75p/m
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Free gym
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Subsidised food
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Health care
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World travel
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Training
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Ground Combat & Security FAQS

What qualifications do I need for Ground Combat & Security roles?

TO APPLY FOR A GROUND COMBAT & SECURITY OFFICER ROLE YOU NEED TO:

  • Be aged between 17.5 and 47
  • Have GCSEs at grade C/4-5 or above; or SNE equivalent grade 5 or above in Mathematics, English Language and three other subjects.
  • In addition, you need at least 2 A2 Levels/3 Highers at Grade C or above (excluding General Studies or Critical Thinking) which must total a minimum of 64 UCAS points.
  • Alternatively, if you hold a UK degree at Grade 2:2 or higher (or acceptable alternative) you only need Mathematics and English Language GCSEs at a minimum of Grade C (Grade 4 to 5 with effect from Aug 17) or Mathematics and English Language SCE Standard Grades of 2 or SNE Grade 5.
  • Be a citizen of the United Kingdom or the Republic of Ireland, or holder of dual UK/other nationality or have been a Commonwealth citizen since birth.
  • Additionally, whether or not you were born in the UK, you should reside here for 5 years immediately preceding your application (candidates with a minimum of 3 years will be considered).

 

TO APPLY FOR A GROUND COMBAT & SECURITY AVIATOR ROLE YOU NEED TO:

  • Be aged between 16 and 47, however, the exact range will depend on the role.
  • Qualification requirements are dependent on the exact role. For roles such as a Regiment Gunner, no formal educational qualifications are required, however other roles may differ. Individual requirements can be found on the specific role pages. *
  • Be a citizen of the United Kingdom or the Republic of Ireland, or holder of dual UK/other nationality or have been a Commonwealth citizen since birth.
  • Additionally, whether or not you were born in the UK, you should reside here for 5 years immediately preceding your application (candidates with a minimum of 3 years will be considered).

*The RAF Police role requires a full UK driving licence.

 

  • Every person in the RAF is required to maintain a level of fitness to complete both initial and specialist training, and to do their role effectively. The exact fitness requirements will depend on your role, age and gender.
  • Regiment roles such as RAF Regiment Officer and RAF Regiment Gunner require additional fitness requirements as part of PROC or PGSC courses. For specific information regarding fitness requirements for these roles visit the individual role pages.
  • Fitness is a key part of RAF life – with all the clubs and sports you can get involved with on a wide variety of levels, from occasional fun to Olympic competition.

Ground Combat & Security roles are spread across RAF bases all over the UK and abroad. Where you will be exactly is dependent on your role and what each base currently requires. Speak with your local AFCO for more information.

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