Lucy Ash, 20, RAF ICT Tech
Why did you decide to join the RAF as an ICT Technician?
I joined the RAF when I was 17 years old straight after high school. I decided to join as an ICT Technician because I had no idea what I wanted to study when I finished school, but knew it was important that I further my education. By joining the RAF as an ICT technician I got my qualifications while gaining life experience and starting a career.
What do you enjoy most about your role?
It’s a big positive that my work values my fitness as much as I do. I also enjoy working on such a variety of technical equipment.
What opportunities has the RAF presented to you?
Since graduating from training the most enjoyable experience has been working as security for the 2014 Commonwealth Games. It was amazing to meet all the athletes and watch the sports when your shift finished or you had a break.
What type of training have you had to do?
During basic training you are taught physical and military skills to a basic level. Then you are sent to trade training where you receive specialised skills for your trade.
What is the RAF lifestyle like?
Being in the RAF is a way of life – it is certainly not the average 9 to 5! There are always opportunities to get involved in a whole host of activities that take place during and outside working hours.
What kind of facilities do you have on your station?
Our camp has a gym which we can access 24 hours a day, with a wide variety of equipment, from a studio spinning suite, sports hall and cardio room to a weights room and climbing frame! There are football and rugby pitches and a High Ropes facility, too.
Have you done any adventurous training?
There are opportunities to organise and attend adventurous training. You can do anything from sky diving, scuba diving, climbing, mountain biking, skiing, gorge walking and kayaking. These activities can take place anywhere in the world, from the USA and Germany to Wales, Scotland and Poland.
What sports do you play or hobbies do you have?
I’ll try my hand at anything sport-wise, but I mainly play football and lift weights, I’ve also got into athletics over the last few months. Wanting to improve my speed for football I went along to track coaching and really enjoyed it. The sprint coach competed at the Sochi Winter Olympics helped me become a lot faster.
How does the RAF support these hobbies?
Netball and rugby are both hobbies of mine and I play both for the RAF. I really enjoy them work gives me time off to compete and train for it. I also enjoy the freedom I’m given to book leave when I want.
What educational opportunities have you had?
The RAF prides itself on providing plenty of education and personal development opportunities. I got an Advanced Apprenticeship upon completion of my technical training. Plus, there’s also a scheme run in conjunction with Staffordshire University that allows me to use many of my military specific qualifications towards a degree.
What are your top tips for joining the RAF as an apprentice?
Work on your fitness levels and your military knowledge before so you can cope with basic and trade training.
To find out more about the role follow the QR code or search RAF ICT Technician.Visit raf.mod.uk/recruitment, or call 0345 605 5555
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