RAF Regiment Gunner - Full Time Career with Apprenticeship

Oxfordshire City Council; Wheatley, Oxford; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

The Royal Air Force is seeking young individuals aged 16+ for a full-time career as an RAF Regiment Gunner. This role involves critical work in Force Protection and ground combat operations, offering opportunities for training and apprenticeships. With a starting salary of £25,200, candidates will gain valuable skills while contributing to national defense.

Qualifications

• Must be aged 16 or older.
• No prior experience required; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Provide Force Protection to RAF air operations.
• Defend airfields in the UK and overseas.
• Perform Forward Air Control and ceremonial duties.

Skills

Ground Combat

Force Protection

Ceremonial Duties

Support to Special Forces

Job description

RAF Regiment Gunner - Full Time Career with Apprenticeship

Royal Air Force

Location: Oxford, Cowley, Headington and Wheatley

Application Deadline: 31 August 2025

Age requirement: 16+

Number of positions: 320

Pay: £25,200 a year

Description

The RAF Regiment is a highly specialised force responsible for providing Force Protection to enable and support air operations. Specialists in ground combat operations, the RAF Regiment defends RAF airfields both in the UK and overseas. The role includes Forward Air Controlling, ceremonial duties, and support to Special Forces operations.

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