Benefits by Rank

As a reservist is promoted through their career they gain new skills through NZDF courses and experience. NZDF has a world class leadership framework that assits the develpment of individuals throughout the careers in the NZDF. The following rank-specific information is in addition to the business beneifts of employing reservists. 

Open each rank to discover the business benefits each can bring to your organisation.

Benefits By Rank Enlisted

  • Incl. Ordinary Rating (RNZN) and Aircraftsman (RNZAF)

    • -Developing individual skills in a team environment.
    • -Understands the importance of following orders and trusting superior staff.
    • -Develop strong time management skills.
    • -Fit and healthy through regular training.

  • Incl. Able Rating (RNZN) and Leading Aircraftsman (RNZAF)

    • -Developing skills in team leadership.
    • -Delivering logical and precise instructions to small teams and trusting superior staff.
    • -Develop strong leadership skills.
    • -Conducting training and delivering lessons to small groups.
    • -Mentor and train individuals.
    • -Fit and healthy through regular training.

  • Incl. Leading Hand (RNZN)

    • -Conduct effective training sessions in a theoretical subject or an individual skill.
    • -Give logical and precise instructions to subordinates to achieve team objectives.
    • -Lead and supervise a team of approximately 10 people, including maintenance.
    • -Manage, prioritise, and delegate a complex range of tasks to team members.
    • -Mentor and train junior team leaders.
    • -Operationalise strategic intent and communicates this to juniors. 
    • -Strength and resilience developed over years of experience.

  • Incl. Petty Officer (RNZN)

    • -Conduct effective training in theoretical skills or in group practical skills.
    • -Mentor subordinate staff.
    • -Give concise instructions to subordinates to achieve team objectives.
    • -Manage administrative requirements for a group of up to 30 people.
    • -Apply and administer codes of conduct and behaviour in the workplace.
    • -Act as a member of a junior management team.
    • -Lead and supervise maintenance of equipment work centres.

  • Incl. Warrant Officer Class 1 and 2

    • -Apply and administer high standards of conduct and behaviour in the workplace.
    • -Develop and implement administrative instructions and procedures.
    • -Display a high level of leadership to a large group.
    • -Maintain and enforce high standards of quality control in all activities.
    • -Conduct effective training in group skills and theory.
    • -Plan and conduct activities requiring coordination of resources.
    • -Act independently and display resourcefulness and initiative.
    • -Supervise staff and intermediate supervisors, providing effective counselling as required.
    • -Plan short-term training programs.
    • -Advise superiors in a logical and effective manner.
    • -Act as a member of a middle management team.

Benefits by Rank Officer

  • Incl. Sub Lieutenant (RNZN) and Flying Officer (RNZAF)

    • -Lead a group of approximately 30 subordinates involved in physically demanding and dangerous team-related tasks for an extended period of time, using several intermediate supervisors.
    • -Accept full responsibility for the actions and performance of their team.
    • -Plan and conduct detailed training programs.
    • -Apply advanced skills in the coordination of activities, training and group discipline.
    • -Maintain occupational health and safety in the workplace.
    • -Maintain the security of buildings, vehicles, stores and information.
    • -Conduct research to assess a situation and structure a response accordingly.
    • -Conduct investigations and prepare reports.
    • -Issue instructions to subordinates in a complete and logical manner.
    • -Display effective personal leadership, including assessing performance and counselling subordinate staff.
    • -Identify and train staff for career development.

  • Incl. Lieutenant (RNZN) and Flight Lieutenant (RNZAF)

    • -Plan and implement full administrative requirements for a large group of people.
    • -Prepare and deliver detailed written papers, reports, presentations and investigations.
    • -Organise and control administrative staff directly and through subordinates.
    • -Plan, implement and be responsible for occupational health and safety.
    • -Manage the maintenance and security of stores, including multi-million dollar equipment.
    • -Review and plan effective administrative systems and procedures.
    • -Conduct formal staff reporting and review systems including use of effective staff communication counselling.
    • -Work as a member of a management team and accept responsibility for an authorised level of decision making.
    • -Establish and maintain a training program for task groups.
    • -Strong public speaking skills using a range of presentation techniques.

  • Incl. Lieutenant Commander (RNZN) and Squadron Leader (RNZAF)

    • -Plan and issue instructions for coordinated activities for large groups of people, working through several intermediate line managers and with several supporting staff managers.
    • -Plan total administrative requirements for a group of operational entities
    • -High level problem solving, decision making, negotiation and communication skills.
    • -Plan a progressive and continuing program for large groups of people.
    • -Lead individuals and groups at a senior management level.
    • -Plan and conduct junior management training programs.
    • -Delegate effectively to junior managers, supervising and managing their activities.
    • -Manage resources within authorised levels, including multi-million dollar equipment and money.
    • -Work as a member of a management team.
    • -Prepare and deliver written papers, reports and presentations on management topics.

  • Incl. Commander (RNZN) and Wing Commander (RNZAF)

    • -Plan and issue instructions to coordinate activities for large groups, working through several intermediate line managers and with several supporting staff managers.
    • -Prepare and issue written instructions to middle management for training and personal development.
    • -Plan logically and convey broad directives and parameters to middle management for action.
    • -Accept full responsibility for the activities and administration of several diverse operational entities involving large groups of people and multi-million dollar equipment.
    • -Lead individuals and groups at a senior management level.
    • -Plan the total administrative requirements for a diverse group of operational entities.
    • -Work as a member of a senior multidisciplinary management team.
    • -Review and critically analyse complex problems and procedures.

  • Incl. Captain (RNZN) and Group Captain (RNZAF)

    • -Plan and issue instructions to coordinate complex activities for very large groups, working through many senior line managers and a team of supporting staff managers
    • -Drive strategic discussions and planning of future goals
    • -Develops and manages a large strategic network, using relationships when required to great effect
    • -Accept full responsibility for the activities and administration of several complex operational entities involving very large groups of people and multi-million dollar equipment.
    • -Manages caluclated risks and accepts accountability for actions team members take
    • -Work as a member of strategic managerial teams
    • -Fronts criticism and complaints about change and takes personal responsiblity addressing any issues
    • -Long term strategic focus