GDF Coast Guard on recruitment drive

The Coast Guard branch of the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) is currently trying to boost its ability to safeguard the country with recruitment drives being held countrywide. Drives have already taken place at Santa Mission in Region Three (Essequibo Islands-West Demerara), New Amsterdam in Region Six (East Berbice-Corentyne), and Fort Wellington in Region Five (Mahaica-Berbice); and the next drive is scheduled for Linden in Region Ten (Upper Demerara-Berbice) today (Friday). Engagements in Regions Five and Six were held on Wednesday.

Coast Guard Administrative Officer Lieutenant Dereck Johnson has referred to the exercises as thus far being successful, and is encouraging young individuals to join the Coast Guard in order to contribute to safeguarding Guyana’s borders and sovereignty. Recruitment targets individuals between the ages of 17 and 25 years old who are interested in joining the GDF.
“This is an excellent opportunity for young people to explore the various career paths and possibilities within the Coast Guard while also playing a key role in securing our nation,” he said.
Recruits will undergo training in the USA, UK, France, Canada, India, China and Brazil.
Lieutenant Johnson could not provide an exact figure of those recruited thus far because recruitment is taking place at multiple locations nationwide, but in noting that the drive is ongoing, he declared, “We are targeting different areas on various days, including locations such as Kopani and the West Coast of Berbice.”
Recruitment drives are also planned for Kwakwani, Essequibo Coast, Essequibo Islands, Wakapao, Moruca, Kabakaburi, Bartica, River’s View, Karrau, Mabaruma, Kaituma and Waini.

Applicants must be between 17 years 9 months and 25 years old; must be fit and healthy, and have no visible tattoos; and would need to submit a resume along with their academic qualifications, a valid police clearance, four passport-size photographs, a copy of their National ID Card or passport bio-data page, their NIS number, and a bank account number.
As the recruitment drive continues across the country, the GDF Coast Guard is encouraging all eligible candidates to take the next step towards a rewarding career in national defence.
Prospective applicants seeking further information are invited to visit the GDF website, or contact the Coast Guard operational basedirectly by using the details provided on the flyers. (G4)