WHAT WILL I BE
DOING?
The training will be run in small modules to allow convenience for those in full time work. Each module will prepare you for a type of output. For example, a conventional army course will teach basic patrolling skills and working in a squad of soldiers. The training will be both theoretical and practical. It is advisable to attend any training offered as this may be a prerequisites for certain contracts as they come up.
YOUR ROLE
Due to the variable nature of the work, your role could be patrolling a building or acting as a civilian in an emergency situation.
Full training for your role will be provided and you’ll find it interesting and diverse.
No experience is required!
NOW IS THE TIME TO APPLY
If you are looking for a varied and interesting career change, OPFOR could be for you.
Due to the unique nature of the training we provide our clients, we will be investing a significant amount of time and resources into preparing you for our team.
MOTIVATED
You need to be motivated to perform. The roles will vary and some of the jobs will test you. Show us you are motivated to continue!
CONTROL
We expect our staff to display complete control at all times. When engaged in role-play it is critical the right character and persona is maintained throughout the training.
DEDICATION
Some of our work can run over multiple days in challenging environments. We need staff that can dedicate time to our requirements but also can remain in role for long periods even when operating in unfavorable conditions.
TEAMWORK
Working in small teams for long periods, you will need to show patience and understanding under sometimes stressful conditions.
A VARIED & INTERESTING JOB
Our contracts will always be different and challenging. Full training and equipment is provided for each role-play scenario. The more you participate, the more valuable you are to our team!
locations
Your office could be the bush one day, a house the next!
Competitive pay & benefits
We are willing to invest in your training. The more you train with us, the more valuable you are to the team and we’re willing to compensate you for it.
physical work...
Without the paperwork!
ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES
There is scope to train more and advance with our company.
exposure
Learn more about our professional security services and be a part of their training!
UPSKILL WITH OPFOR
Full training is provided for our unique training events.
FAQ'S
Here are our most FAQ's - feel free to email [email protected] if you need more information!
Is this a job?
Yes! We want to train you to help us provide realistic training scenarios to military, law enforcement and security professionals.
You will be be paid and the more training and experience you get, the more valuable you are to the team.
What are the hours?
At the beginning of your training there will be no regular hours. Once you have completed additional training courses you will have more roles you can play.
We will provide as much notice as possible to help you organise your usual schedule to join us on a contract with a client.
How much do I get paid?
The more valuable you are to OPFOR, the more you will be paid.
As a valuable member of the team, the remuneration is above minimum wage. You will need to undertake selection training (unpaid) but from there we will pay for your time while you are learning.
As the training is comprehensive, you will be asked to make yourself available on completion of your training.
The more training and contracts you join on, the more you will be paid.
How do I apply?
Click here to fill out the initial application form - allow about 10 minutes to complete.
If we would like you to attend a selection, we will call and email you. This is a great chance to ask questions and speak to our team about what is expected.
The selection process will be either one or two days in length and you will be sent information on hours, locations etc closer to the time.
The locations for the selections will occur near either Christchurch or Wellington. More details will be made avalible closer to the time.
What will I be doing?
We customise our training depending on our client needs. You may end up playing a soldier patrolling a building, or a civilian in an emergency crisis.
Can women apply?
Absolutely! Some of our most valuable role-players are female.
Will becoming an OPFOR help me become a soldier?
Not really, to be a soldier you must complete many months of training. You will get an appreciation of what soldiers go through, but not at that level of training.
What does a normal contract look like?
Very difficult to answer, OPFOR could be completely different from one contract to another. One day you could be engaging infantry soldiers, the next you could be playing a role as a partner nation doing training together. The OPFOR needs to be flexible and respond to our clients' requirements.
How long will a contract be for and is it weekday / weekend work?
Again, like the previous answer, it could be a morning, a day or a week or longer! Usually, we have found contracts lasting on average 2 – 5 days but largely depends on the tasks. You can expect weekend work but most work is done during the week.
Will I need to sleep outside?
From time to time, you may need to sleep outside but for the most part you will stay in accommodation. That being said, you could be working in the evenings and come back to your accommodation to sleep.
Why run a selection?
The selection process is twofold; Firstly, we need to make sure our staff are capable of physical activity but also to expose potential staff what it could be like during a contract. We will be investing time and money into the training and want to make sure our staff are aware of the level they are expected to do. The selection is not run like a military selection process, but it will be physically challenging.
Do I need any experience?
No. While some famililarity with military, law enforcement or security professionals is desirable, it isn't required.