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149431 Senior Non-commissioned Defence Force Member

Latest release
OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
Reference period
2024, Version 1.0

149431 Senior Non-commissioned Defence Force Member

Implements and enforces directives of commissioned officers of the Australian Defence Force.

This occupation includes the following ranks:

  • Navy: Warrant Officer of the Navy, Warrant Officer, Chief Petty Officer, Petty Officer
  • Army: Regimental Sergeant Major of the Army, Warrant Officer Class 1, Warrant Officer Class 2, Sergeant
  • Air Force: Warrant Officer of the Air Force, Warrant Officer, Flight Sergeant, Sergeant.

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Supervises a small group of subordinates
  • Maintains discipline of subordinates
  • Monitors the morale, welfare and behaviour of subordinates, and advises commanding officers accordingly
  • Instructs subordinates in dress, deportment, demeanour, behaviour, drill and devotion to duty to maintain military standards
  • Conducts military drills and inspections
  • Teaches military traditions and customs
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