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We are a combat-capable force, trained, equipped, and ready to respond every hour of the day, every day of the year.
We keep Aotearoa New Zealand safe and secure. Our core task is to protect the sovereign territory of New Zealand including our Exclusive Economic Zone. We advance our nation’s interests through military operations at sea, on land and in the air. Our equipment and expertise supports people and communities in need at home, across our region, and around the world.
We are a force of highly trained professionals.
We undertake a wide variety of roles in our Navy, Army, and Air Force, and in civilian positions. We come from all walks of life and share a strong sense of what it means to be Kiwi - our culture is based on our values Tū Kaha (courage), Tū Tika (commitment), Tū Tira (comradeship) and Tū Maia (integrity). Together, we are Force for New Zealand and are proud to serve Aotearoa and its diverse communities.
We utilise a diverse range of modern military equipment.
Meet our leaders
Air Marshal Kevin Short
Chief of Defence Force
Air Vice-Marshal Tony Davies
Vice Chief of Defence Force
Warrant Officer Class One Mark Mortiboy
Warrant Officer of the Defence Force
Rear Admiral James Gilmour
Commander Joint Forces New Zealand
Rear Admiral David Proctor
Chief of Navy
Major General John Boswell
Chief Of Army
Air Vice-Marshal Andrew Clark
Chief of Air Force
Bridget Musker
Chief Financial Officer
Brigadier Matthew Weston
Chief People Officer
Brigadier Rob Krushka
Chief Joint Defence Services
Considering a career in defence?
A career in the Defence Force gives you real purpose. You'll work as part of a tight-knit team, protecting your whānau, your country and our environment from harm. And you'll have the honour of representing New Zealand wherever you go.
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