PNG Defence Force: 2023 Passout Paves the Way for 2024 Recruitment

The Papua New Guinea Defence Force (PNGDF) is preparing for the graduation of its first batch of 2023 recruits. After undergoing a rigorous training program at Goldie River Training Depot outside Port Moresby, these new soldiers are expected to pass out next month (April 2024). 

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This graduation ceremony marks a significant achievement for the recruits and signifies their official entry into the PNGDF. While details on the next PNGDF recruitment drive haven't been officially announced, it's traditionally held after the passout ceremony for the current batch.

In the meantime, the 2021 intake of 90 recruits, who resumed training in January 2024, are also nearing the end of their program and are expected to finish by April.

Therefore, aspiring soldiers who are eager to serve their country should keep an eye on official PNGDF channels and news outlets. 

Information regarding the 2024 PNGDF recruitment, including eligibility requirements and application procedures, will likely be released following the successful passout of the current recruits. 

Cummins Apprentice Program 2024 - Expressions of Interest Open

Cummins is now accepting expressions of interest for its 2024 Apprentice Program in Australia, New Zealand, and Papua New Guinea. The program provides apprentices with the opportunity to train as Mechanical, Electrical, or Parts Interpreting Technicians in a state-of-the-art learning environment.

What is Cummins Apprentice Program 2024?

Cummins offers a number of benefits to its apprentices, including:

• A nationally recognized trade qualification
• Workshop starter toolkit, company laptop, and full PPE
• All TAFE fees paid for eligible apprentices
• 8 x Cummins Technical product training courses
• Access to a range of employee benefits

To be eligible for the Cummins Apprentice Program, applicants must be:

• Currently enrolled in Year 12, or have completed Year 12 (highly regarded but not essential)
• Have completed a pre-apprenticeship certificate (or expected completion prior to Jan 2024)
• Have relevant work experience or vocational training
• Be a mature-age applicant, female, Indigenous candidate, or person with disabilities (encouraged to apply)
• Have similar industry experience with transferable skills

New updates:  Cummins Apprentice Program 2024

• The commencement date for the 2024 Apprentice Program is February 2024.
• The company is also now accepting expressions of interest for Parts Interpreting apprentices.
• Cummins is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace.

How to apply:

Register your expression of interest today. Once the opportunities are open, Cummins will email you with further information on those apprenticeships that meet your preferences.

To be eligible, applicants will be required to complete and be available for all stages of the recruitment process. This includes an online application, completing online aptitude testing, an interview, a pre-employment medical, and police and background checks.

To apply, please visit the following link:

https://cummins.jobs/virtual-aus/expressions-of-interest-cummins-apprenticeship-program-australia-new-zealand-and-png/117CA4C6CE34468AAB57EAD22491D281/job/

For Graduate Development Programs and Apprenticeship Trainings, click here.