Thank you everyone for their posts.
Another option for you, Join the French Foreign Legion. You can
enquire at the French Embassy. The pay is quite good and you get to
use what you have learn instead of keep training and never use wad
you have learn. But be warned, you may get killed in action. They
are one of the elite forces in the world, so after you finish a
stint with the FFL, you can then come back to Singapore to sign on,
I think they do offer better pay cause you have battle
experience.
That's a risky military career route, i don't consider that
option.
I deduce that you are seeking more than just a job and thats why
you see yourself considering a career in the army or you could be a
lost sheep somewhere. But truely, your pes status is a problematic
area which could likely hinder your advancement in a military
environment. Like many have said, do your BMT first before coming
to a decision. How about working in the civil sector since I reckon
you would rate experience in life as priority more than anything
else.
True, i should consider that option to look for a worthwhile
vocation.
Firstly i would like to ask if you have a dream.
To retire from a meaningful job and live out my remaining days
as a single man enjoying the simpler pleasures of life.
I'll second Gordon's suggestion that you go through BMT first
before making a final decision. As much as we try to advise you on
what options you have, no words will ever do justice to personal
experience. And let's face it, right now you don't know enough
about the SAF to make an informed decision.
Suffice to say that the SAF is something you have to experience in
order to know.
I've seen people who hated the army prior to enlistment, only to
end up signing on after their BMT. Likewise, I've seen people who
signed on, only to end up disillusioned and regretting their
decision.
Like I said earlier, there are many private companies, but there's
only one SAF. Working in the SAF may end up to be a highly positive
experience for you, but it may also not be. The same goes for
private companies.
However, you can always find another company if you don't like the
environment at a certain company. On the other hand, if you don't
like the SAF, there's nothing you can do about it but endure until
your bond expires.
So I suggest getting a feel of the SAF first before making a
decision.
Ok.
agreed.
since PES C, DXO is more suitable. can work till 62.
Uniformed officer work till only 45 years old nia.
For Specialist, a 10 year contract subject to renewal.
I've heard of DXOs, they are involved with improving the various
aspects of the army ?
which vocation r u interested in? now saf mostly accept pes A or
B.. if u r pes C, i will tell u DUN BOTHER! the saf is now trying
cut down on those pes C n below.. i noe of 2 enciks who were forced
to early retirement bcos of their pes status, n they have been in
the army for more den 20 yrs.. saf is a very heartless
organisation.. n oso, ur ippt results r very impt too.. if u r pes
C n ur ippt is not tat ideal, most prob u will find ur name in the
lower echelon during ranking.. pls take note tat no matter how good
is ur performance, once u fail ur ippt, u r out of the game..
I'll bear your advice in mind.
SAF doesn't give any more pension after retirement.
Would there be enough salary to do everything you've wanted to do
that your life desires?
Don't forget,we only live once.
It's either you want to have a chance to experience a lifestyle of
joining SICC,owning porsches,lamborghinis,living in a bungalow with
swimming pool,
travelling around the world or having a routine 9-5 job subjected
to draconian military laws and constant abuse of vulgarities from
higher ups
Is that even enough for...children's education? travels? housing?
electricity bills? supporting parents ? purchasing a car ? savings
for retirement ?
Assuming a $5,000 pay.
Deducating 20% CPF,you'll be left with $4,000 in terms of salary.
$800 to parents.$3,200 would be left. Deduct $1,000 for car. $2,200
left. $2,200 deduct $500 for children expenses tuition,pocket
money. $400 for family expenses. $500 a month for household
expenditure including aircon,furniture,sofa and renovation..you'll
be left with $800...minus off utilities bills..handphone bills..all
other credit card bills..how much would you be left for retirement
& children's education?
Don't get a military career.If you want to be rich,join the private
sector.
Be an entrepreneur.Others listen to you.
Don't tell me that you are not fated for a rich lifestyle.
The worse thing is not having a dream.You have a potential.
You have to make the best use out of it.
$1,000 a month could only get you a car which most people is
driving on the roads.Be different.
I don't share the same dream as you have described above. In
this money consuming world it is good to remain prudently thifty.
Even though if you earn a fat paycheck.
I am even surprised myself at how some worthwhile satisfying things
in life can be heavily under-priced (or be free of charge) and
could be overlooked by most.
Once after my BMT, i'll post all my relevant experiences,
thoughts, feelings and insights so that you may further advice what
would be for the best.
