Overseas Service is deemed mandatory for all personnel in the Defence Forces, except Naval Service personnel who are required to deploy to sea. Naval Service personnel may be required to deploy overseas based on operational requirements.
Overseas:
In 1958 the Defence Forces made its first contribution to peacekeeping when they deployed with the United Nations. Since then the Defence Forces has held a proud tradition of deployment overseas in support of countries in turmoil.
An Overseas deployment is the culmination of rigorous training and a real opportunity to, not only put your skills to the test, but also to hone them and develop as both a person and a professional. It is an opportunity to gain an appreciation for the harsh realities of life for the local population and to gain a sense of fulfilment when your work helps them.
For more information about overseas service, please see the link below:
https://military.ie/en/overseas-deployments/about-overseas-deployments/
Air Operations:
Air deployments, will challenge your skills because it is imperative that the team who prepare an aircraft for deployment work collaboratively. Air missions can be challenging due to the Irish weather. The nature of these missions is varied:
- Maritime Defence and Security Operations in conjunction with the Naval Service
- Fishery Protection
- Emergency Aeromedical Service etc.
For more information about Air Corps Operations, please see the link below:
https://military.ie/en/who-we-are/air-corps/roles-of-the-air-corps/
