About this career
Brigadiers command large units of troops called brigades, oversee strategic and tactical planning, and monitor operations of their brigade. They manage the headquarters of the brigade's division and ensure correct operations of the division on base and in the field.
Essential skills
analyse potential threats against national security
defend human rights
devise military tactics
ensure compliance with policies
ensure public safety and security
maintain operational communications
manage administrative systems
manage military logistics
manage staff
manage troop deployment
perform resource planning
Required knowledge
military logistics
military weaponry
Additional skills
advise on risk management
advise superiors on military operations
coordinate humanitarian aid missions
ensure equipment availability
ensure information security
instruct in military duties
manage budgets
manage inspections of equipment
manage system security
monitor military equipment use
set organisational policies
write situation reports
military code
military combat techniques
Also known as
brigadier general
director of staff
field officer
military brigadier
army brigadier
