Benefits
The Naval Chef will receive a comprehensive salary, allowance and benefits package.
Starting Salary
| ME1 Trainee | ME1 |
|---|---|
| $2,400 (Diploma) | $2,880* (Diploma) |
| $2,220 (Higher NITEC) | $2,720* (Higher NITEC) |
| $2,000 (NITEC) | $2,490* (NITEC) |
| $1,880 ('O' level and below) | $2,380* ('O' level and below) |
| Additional Allowances | |
|---|---|
| Ship board | $350-$450 |
| Submarine | $750-$850 |
*Includes ship board allowance of $350
Military Domain Experts Scheme
Career until age 60 on full CPF terms
Expert Continuous Engagement and Learning (EXCEL) Bonus
Recruitment Bonus
Receive a lump sum bonus of $25,000 (Diploma) or $15,000 (non-Diploma) upon joining as Naval Warfare System Expert*.
*Additional terms and conditions apply. Please contact Navy Recruitment Centre for more details.
| Age 28 | Up to 4 months' bonus |
| Age 32 | Up to 8 months' bonus |
| Age 40 | Up to 8 months' bonus |
| Age 50 | Up to 8 months' bonus |
28 months of Military Domain Experts Scheme (MDES) bonus in total, paid at four points in your career.
Flex Benefits
An annual lump sum allowance will be disbursed to you so that you have the flexibility in using the money as and when you need it.
| First 6 years of service | $600 per year |
| 7th to 12th year of service | $800 per year |
| 13th year of service | $1000 per year |
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