APPLY NOW MENU SCROLL DOWN Wherever the Royal Air Force is based, you’ll find People Operations ready to support you. VIEW PEOPLE OPERATIONS ROLES PEOPLE OPERATIONS The people are what make the RAF and it’s down to People Ops to ensure that they are both protected in their work by HR and celebrated through media opportunities. People Ops works across a range of specialities including Infrastructure Management, HR, Development, Accounts Management and Media Operations and much more. They are the vital oil that keeps everything running smoothly OFFICER ROLES Officers lead and manage essential support services on permanent Royal Air Force bases and on operations around the world. You will develop a broad set of transferable skills. VIEW ROLES AIRMEN ROLES Personnel Support is diverse, exciting and highly rewarding. You will support RAF personnel and their families with all matters from housing, pay, and travel, be it between RAF stations or deploying on missions. VIEW ROLES PEOPLE OPERATIONS IN THE RAF Enjoy a rewarding and varied career with a role in RAF People Operations. In People Operations you will be the team supporting everyone in the RAF. You could join as Personnel Support, advising on all aspects of RAF life, preparing personnel for all eventualities and supporting them throughout. Do you think you’d be better suited as an Officer? You could join as a Personnel Support Officer, working across a range of specialities: Infrastructure Management, HR, and Accounts Management, to name a few. Life in the RAF is more than just a job. We offer a highly competitive benefits package. There are sporting opportunities and facilities available to everyone. You'll have the chance to travel the world and make new friends all whilst keeping in touch with friends and family at home. EXPLORE ROLES There are plenty of People Operations roles to choose from in the RAF. The right one for you will depend on your passion, qualifications and skills. Discover some of our featured roles below. 01 04 WHY JOIN THE RAF? Rent from £75p/m Free gym Subsidised food Health care World travel Training SEE ALL BENEFITS PEOPLE OPERATIONS FAQS WHAT QUALIFICATIONS DO I NEED FOR PEOPLE OPERATIONS ROLES? TO APPLY FOR A PERSONNEL SUPPORT OFFICER ROLE, YOU NEED TO: Below are the minimum requirements for all Personnel Support Officer roles, but a number of roles will require additional qualifications. Exact requirements for individual Officer roles can be found on the relevant role pages. * Be aged between 16 and 49, however, the exact range will depend on the role. At a minimum have GCSEs at grade C/4-5 or above; or SNE equivalent grade 5 or above in Mathematics and English Language. Be a citizen of the United Kingdom or the Republic of Ireland, or holder of dual UK/other nationality or have been a Commonwealth citizen since birth. Additionally, whether or not you were born in the UK, you should reside here for 5 years immediately preceding your application (candidates with a minimum of 3 years will be considered). *Additionally, the Legal Officer role requires a full UK driving licence. TO APPLY FOR A PERSONNEL SUPPORT AIRMAN ROLE YOU NEED TO: Below are the minimum requirements for all Personnel Support Airman roles, but a number of roles will require additional qualifications and higher educational requirements. Exact requirements for individual roles can be found on the relevant role pages. Be aged between 16 and 54, however, the exact range will depend on the role. GCSEs at grade G/1-3 or above; or SNE equivalent grade 4 or above in Mathematics and English Language. Be a citizen of the United Kingdom or the Republic of Ireland, or holder of dual UK/other nationality or have been a Commonwealth citizen since birth. Additionally, whether or not you were born in the UK, you should reside here for 5 years immediately preceding your application (candidates with a minimum of 3 years will be considered). DO I NEED TO BE PHYSICALLY FIT FOR PEOPLE OPERATIONS ROLES? WHERE WILL I BE BASED? HAVE A QUESTION? LIVE CHAT MORE WAYS TO CONTACT US LIFE IN THE RAF Diversity & Inclusion CAREER AND BENEFITS RAF Fitness FIND YOUR ROLE University Air Squadrons APPLY NOW Apprenticeships RAF main website Rejoiners Air Cadets Reserves Events near you Contact us Aircrew Air & Space Ops Cyberspace Engineering Hospitality Intelligence Logistics Medical Services People Ops Security & Resilience Sitemap Privacy Policy Accessibility © 2021 Royal Air Force - Regular & Reserve UK Crown copyright. We value your privacy By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. More Information Manage Preferences Accept All Cookies