Gary T.

From a Caribbean Island to serving 40 years, regular and now reserves

I joined the regulars as a REME vehicle mechanic and travelled the world keeping the Army on the move and also representing the Army in sport. The Army gives you a great opportunity to learn a trade and be an elite sportsman. I am now full time reservist as a Recruiting and Mentoring Support Officer, I actively engage with people to inform them of the opportunities available in the Army, regular and reserve. I support/nurturing them through their application, assessment centre and through their Army basic training. I have a great depth and breadth of knowledge and understanding of the Army recruitment process and standards required to successfully pass assessment centre and prepare for basic training.

Recruiting and Mentoring Support Officer.

Recruiting and Mentoring Support Officer. I get applicants over the start line to completion of their Army basic training and on to be a trained soldier. I am the initial point of contact for you if you would like more information about joining the Army. I can guide you through all the required standards for entry and assessment centre. I can offer you advice of all the jobs roles and types of enlistment available to you. Your journey in the Army starts with me.

Giving potential recruits "my story"and what Army service has given me

My story line of my Army service. My service turned me from a shy, nervous kid from a care background in to a confident, positive man. The Army challenges you to be the best you can and pushes you to constantly deliver to very high standards. The values and standards you abide to will make you stand out in the crowd wherever you are.

Go for it!

If you've taken the time to get this far keep going. The Army life is one full of challenges for the better you. Life will be though at times as you find you feet and get to understand the way things are done. You'll be with and supported by like minded people alll with the same drive to be the best they can.

40 years service...

I am now in my 40th year of service, albeit I had a break along the way. I came back to the Army as I needed to feel that trust, sense of belonging that I felt all those years ago when I first set of on my journey. Being back in uniform has given me the opportunity to inform and inspire others to join and experience the life that has given me so much.