Benefits
As a Naval Diver, you will receive a competitive starting salary and remuneration package under the Officer career path or Warrant Officer/ Specialist Career path.
Starting Salary
| Officer Cadet | 2nd Lieutenant/Lieutenant |
|---|---|
| $3,650-$4,890 (Degree) | $4,920*-$5,870* (Degree) |
| $2,630 (Diploma) | $3,590* (Diploma) |
| $2,420 (A-Level) | $3,360* (A-Level) |
| Additional Allowances | |
|---|---|
| Ship board | $350-$450 |
| Diving | $700-$1,000 |
*Inclusive of diving allowance of $700
Officer Scheme
Savings and Employee Retirement (SAVER) Plan
| CPF top-up account- Lower employee’s contribution compared to private section, allowing more take-home pay. Employer’s contribution matches that of private sector. |
| Savings account- Funds will be deposited monthly for the first 10 years of service. Withdrawals can be made from the 7th year of service onwards. |
| Retirement account- Contributions start from the 7th year of service |
| Service Bonuses – Distributed from ages 45-50 |
Flex Benefits
This scheme awards credit points (1 point= $1) that you can use for: Personal development/education, vacations, children’s daycare services, children’s education, medical claims and personal insurance.
| First 6 years of service | 600 credits per year |
| 7th to 12th year of service | 800 credits per year |
| 13th year of service | 1000 credits per year |
Stories from Beyond
“I joined the Navy because I wanted to preserve the peace that Singapore enjoyed during my growing up years. Today, I continue to be motivated to keep this peace.”
MWO Seck Wai Kong
Frogman School Sergeant Major, Naval Diving Unit (NDU)
“In life, wealth can be measured in different ways. You can measure it in monetary terms, or in terms of life experiences. Money comes and goes, but life experiences stay with you. I don't think that there's any other career out there that will enrich you with as many life experiences as you'll get with being a Naval Diver in the RSN.”
3WO Hans Seah Chun Chong
Special Warfare Group, Naval Diving Unit (NDU)
“Being a Naval Diver will prepare you well for whatever you encounter in life, no matter where it takes you.”
2WO Roger Chan
Wing Sergeant Major, Frogman School
Benefits
As a Naval Diver, you will receive a competitive starting salary and remuneration package under the Officer career path or Warrant Officer/ Specialist Career path.
Warrant Officer/Specialist Scheme
- Sign-on bonus
- Career and Retirement Endowment (CARE) and Naval Diver Care Account
- Premium Bonus
- Quarterly bounty and Special Forces Engagement Bonus
- Further Studies
Salary Benefits
Starting Salary
| Recruit | 3rd Sergeant |
|---|---|
| $2,630 (Diploma) | $3,610* (Diploma) |
| $2,030 - 2,140 (NITEC/Higher NITEC/A-level) | $3000 - $3,110* (NITEC/Higher NITEC/A-level) |
| $1,800 - 1,920 (3 O-Level passes & above) | $2,780 - $2,900* (3 O-level passes & above) |
Starting Salary
| Additional Allowances | |
|---|---|
| Ship board | $350-$450 |
| Diving | $700-$1,000 |
*Includes diving allowance of $700
Warrant Officer/Specialist Scheme
Warrant Officer/Specialist Scheme
| Recruitment Bonus - A lump sum bonus of up to $31,000 (Non-Diploma) or up to $41,000 (Diploma) will be given upon joining as a Naval Diver. |
| Career and Retirement Endowment (CARE) and Naval Diver CARE Accounts - Upon promotion to 3WO by your 12th year of service, monthly contributions will be made into your CARE (10% of gross salary) and Naval Diver CARE (8% of gross salary) accounts to prepare you for your retirement |
| Premium Bonus- Receive pay-outs at two points in your career |
| Quarterly bounty and Special Forces Engagement Bonus- Divers are eligible for quarterly bounty and special forces engagement bonus |
| Further studies- Divers can pursue higher education through in-service sponsorships |
Flex Benefits
This scheme awards credit points (1 point= $1) that you can use for: Personal development/education, vacations, children’s daycare services, children’s education, medical claims and personal insurance.
| First 6 years of service | 600 credits per year |
| 7th to 12th year of service | 800 credits per year |
| 13th year of service onwards | 1000 credits per year |
Starting Salary
| All Naval Officer | |
|---|---|
| Ship Board | S$350-S$450 |
| Submarine | S$750-S$850 |
| Diving Allowance | S$700-S$1000 |
Academic Qualifications
At least 1 O-level pass
Basic Requirements
- Singapore citizen or Singapore PR intending to take up citizenship/li>
- Medically fit (PES A and PES B)
- Normal colour perception with perfect eyesight (Can be corrected by Corneal Refractive Surgery)
- Pass Vocational Assessment (Physical, Medical and Psychological)
Stories from Beyond
“I joined the Navy because I wanted to preserve the peace that Singapore enjoyed during my growing up years. Today, I continue to be motivated to keep this peace.”
MWO Seck Wai Kong
Frogman School Sergeant Major, Naval Diving Unit (NDU)
“In life, wealth can be measured in different ways. You can measure it in monetary terms, or in terms of life experiences. Money comes and goes, but life experiences stay with you. I don't think that there's any other career out there that will enrich you with as many life experiences as you'll get with being a Naval Diver in the RSN.”
3WO Hans Seah Chun Chong
Special Warfare Group, Naval Diving Unit (NDU)
“Being a Naval Diver will prepare you well for whatever you encounter in life, no matter where it takes you.”
2WO Roger Chan
Wing Sergeant Major, Frogman School
