Joining the Navy!

[calais]

One thing i'd say about joining the ADF is to research on your own ie; Ignore every possible piece of information recruiting feed you with reference to either postings and/or promotion because its total BS. What they dont ever tell you at recruiting is that when it comes to postings in reference to manning and CE is that the service requirements will always override any personal preferences you may have in reference to wanting to avoid a posting location or an exercise or deployment. That goes for all services. So what it really comes down to is these things Yes it is your career and you can shape it the way you want, but only if it truly fits in with the needs of the service. It is quite widely accepted that the RAAF is somewhat more accomodating than the other services. My experience is based on four years and three postings with the RAAF as a supplier/ Movements Operator.