Joining the Army

[Turambar]

Im considering it - again.

Any insight into life in the army from people who have actually served will be much appreciated, regardless of country. I'd rather not have politics brought into it by people who have never served. Im hoping to join up as an engineer of some sort (although the actual job will be limited by my colour blindness), civilian life just isn't doing it for me. I'd like a job where i can make a difference. Is the army likely to be a good choice?

[Turambar]

The fire service wont even be taking applications for a very long time, they normally recruit once a year but due to all the media attention they got there were so many applicants they will be skipping a year, possibly two. I'd be useless as a paramedic.

[Turambar]

Hmmm i guess i just dont see killing people as the main objective, especially since im planning on either an engineering or support role rather than a frontline soldier.

[Turambar]

I expressed interest a few years ago but couldnt join up as a soldier due to not being off daily medication for the required two years, i told them my exam results and they keep sending me officer recuitment packs Dunno about being an officer though, i'd rather do some work....  :-P