Platoon Commander

Overview

The 17th Separate Heavy Mechanized Kryvyi Rih Brigade is a formation within the Ground Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. From 2014 to the present, it has taken an active part in the war against the occupiers. The brigade has fought for Sloviansk, Ilovaisk, and Debaltseve, and defended Mariupol. With the start of the full-scale invasion, the unit carried out missions in eastern and southern Ukraine.

Responsibilities:

• assigning tasks, motivating, and educating personnel
• thorough knowledge and command of all types of the platoon's weapons and equipment, proper operation, maintenance, and personal verification of their combat readiness
• caring for subordinates and knowing their needs
• carrying out orders of higher command
• coordinating the platoon's actions with other units
• carrying out measures to preserve the life and health of personnel
• combat work as part of combat units

Requirements:

• possession of an officer's rank
• readiness to work in the zone of active combat operations
• ability to work in a team
• fitness for military service by state of health and moral-psychological qualities
• higher education
• willingness to constantly learn and develop
• responsibility, attentiveness, and ability to make quick decisions

Conditions:

• mobilization until the end of martial law or contract service
• monetary allowance from 30,000 to 130,000 hryvnias depending on tasks and orders performed
• social guarantees, provision of gear and necessary equipment
• guaranteed annual main leave (2 parts of 15 days each) and the possibility of additional leave for family circumstances
• support in a friendly team of motivated, active, proactive soldiers and reasonable commanders
• processing of Combat Veteran status and other benefits