Available Roles

         Section Roles

1. Rifleman
   
2. Bren Gunner / Assistant
   
3. Sniper
   
4. 2" Mortarman
   
5. Senior Rifleman
   
6. Section Second in Command
   
7. Section Commander
   
   Platoon HQ Roles
   
8. Runner
   
9. Batman
   
10. Platoon Sergeant
    
11. Platoon Commander
    

Job Descriptions


1. Rifleman

Quote:Appointment: No.1 Rifleman - No.5 Rifleman
Reports to: Section Commander, Section 2IC
Rank: Private
Potential for Promotion: Senior Rifleman (Lance Corporal)

Requirements:

• Completion of all basic airborne training modules.
  
• Attendance average of at least 60% to be maintained throughout.
  

Summary of Position:
A rifleman, armed with a rifle or possibly a SMG, is one of the core members of the entire community. As a rifleman you will be part of the main fighting force within the group and will see the most action within events. You could be tasked in a close-quarters role or totally opposite to a stand-off role. You will operate in a section of up to 9 other people - taking orders from your commanders and completing them to the best of your ability. You could be tasked with demolitions, overwatch, or clearing duties. For the most diverse gameplay and abundance of roles rifleman is the way to go.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Carry out tasks assigned to you by your Section Commander.
  
• Manage your own attendance posts for events.
  
• Report any problems you find with anything or anyone up the chain of command.
  
• Follow all of the rules and regulations which govern you in the group.
  
• Adhere to policy and procedures set out by Red Devils.
  
• Effective usage of equipment according to SOPs
  
• Development and implementation of skills learned
  

How to Apply:
This is the standard position you are automatically assigned after completion of your Recruit Training Modules.

Last Revision: 04JAN22
Inspecting Personnel: 2Lt. J. Salter

2. Bren Gunner / Assistant

Quote:Appointment: No.1 Bren, No.2 Bren
Reports to: Section Commander, Section 2IC
Rank: Private
Potential for Promotion: N/A

Requirements:

• Completion of all basic airborne training modules.
  
• Attendance average of at least 60% to be maintained throughout.
  

Summary of Position:
Being part of the Gun Group is something many people wish for. The Gun Group features the main firepower of the section which will be in the hands of either the No.1 or No.2 Bren. In the gun group you will often be the covering element of the rifle group moving - you should be scanning the terrain to the front of you (whilst keeping eyes in the back of your head) and laying down effective suppressing and deliberate fire onto enemy positions following orders from your section commander/second in command. The assistant is responsible for managing the section's Bren ammunition and ensuring a constant flow of ammunition is supplied.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Carry out tasks assigned to you by your Section Commander.
  
• Manage your own attendance posts for events.
  
• Report any problems you find with anything or anyone up the chain of command.
  
• Follow all of the rules and regulations which govern you in the group.
  
• Adhere to policy and procedures set out by Red Devils.
  
• Effective employment of the Bren Light Machine Gun.
  
• Keeping to mind ammo conservation.
  

How to Apply:
Ask your direct chain of command, your Section Commander or Section 2IC to transfer you to the desired role after or during completion of your Recruit Training Modules.

Last Revision: 04JAN22
Inspecting Personnel: 2Lt. J. Salter

3. Sniper

Quote:Appointment: No.1 Rifleman - No.5 Rifleman
Reports to: Section Commander, Section 2IC
Rank: Private
Potential for Promotion: N/A

Requirements:

• Completion of all basic airborne training modules.
  
• Attendance average of at least 60% to be maintained throughout.
  

Training:

• Qualification of the No.4 Mk1 (T) Sniper Module
  

Summary of Position:
The Sniper within the section is often the No.1 Rifleman and is equipped with a Lee-Enfield No.4 rifle attached with a scope - this is the only magnification within the section and must be utilised as such. The role is often used for scouting purposes but is otherwise as any other rifleman. The marksman will often be asked to be in an assaulting group, despite having a scope on their weapon, and this is a trade-off you must consider when applying for the role.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Carry out tasks assigned to you by your Section Commander.
  
• Manage your own attendance posts for events.
  
• Report any problems you find with anything or anyone up the chain of command.
  
• Follow all of the rules and regulations which govern you in the group.
  
• Adhere to policy and procedures set out by Red Devils.
  
• Effective employment of the No.4 Mk1 (T) Scoped Rifle
  
• Elimination of priority targets in order of precedence
  

How to Apply:
Ask your direct chain of command, your Section Commander or Section 2IC to transfer you to the desired role after or during completion of your Recruit Training Modules.

Last Revision: 04JAN22
Inspecting Personnel: 2Lt. J. Salter

4. 2" Mortarman

Quote:Appointment: 2" Mortarman
Reports to: Section Commander, Section 2IC
Rank: Private
Potential for Promotion: N/A

Requirements:

• Completion of all basic airborne training modules.
  
• Attendance average of at least 60% to be maintained throughout.
  

Training:

• Qualification of 2" Mortar Module.
  

Summary of Position:
In the section you will often be softening up enemy positions and providing coverage via smoke deployment - you should be scanning the terrain to the front of you (whilst keeping eyes in the back of your head) and understand ranging and elevation onto enemy positions whilst following orders from your section commander/second in command.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Carry out tasks assigned to you by your Section Commander.
  
• Manage your own attendance posts for events.
  
• Report any problems you find with anything or anyone up the chain of command.
  
• Follow all of the rules and regulations which govern you in the group.
  
• Adhere to policy and procedures set out by Red Devils.
  
• Keeping to mind ammo conservation.
  
• Effective usage and employment of the 2 Inch Mortar.
  

How to Apply:
Ask your direct chain of command, your Section Commander or Section 2IC to transfer you to the desired role after or during completion of your Recruit Training Modules.

Last Revision: 04JAN22
Inspecting Personnel: 2Lt. J. Salter

5. Senior Rifleman

Quote:Appointment: No.1 Rifleman - No.5 Rifleman
Reports to: Section Commander, Section 2IC
Rank: Lance Corporal
Potential for Promotion: N/A

Requirements:

• Completion of all basic airborne training modules.
  
• Attendance average of at least 65% to be maintained throughout.
  

Summary of Position:
A senior rifleman is one that has gained a large amount of experience within the sections. Privates that demonstrate mastery of battle drills, exhibit competent use of initiative, and adopt a mentor-like attitude towards others within their section will be considered for Lance Corporal based on billet availability.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Carry out tasks assigned to you by your Section Commander.
  
• Manage your own attendance posts for events.
  
• Report any problems you find with anything or anyone up the chain of command.
  
• Follow all of the rules and regulations which govern you in the group.
  
• Adhere to policy and procedures set out by Red Devils.
  
• Ensure riflemen are performing to their maximum potential by correcting deadly mistakes immediately, minor mistakes addressed later
  
• Mentor riflemen in proper procedure according to SOPs
  
• Maintain morale by demonstrating proper procedure
  
• Knowledge of battle drills
  

How to Apply:
Personnel are chosen for this role under recommendation. You can let your section commander know of your interest.

Last Revision: 04JUL22
Inspecting Personnel: 2Lt. J. Salter

6. Section 2IC

Quote:Appointment: Section Second in Command (2IC)
Reports to: Section Commander
Rank: Lance Corporal
Potential for Promotion: Corporal

Requirements:

• Completion of all basic airborne training modules.
  
• Completion of NCO Training Module I & II.
  
• Attendance average of at least 70% to be maintained throughout.
  

Summary of Position:
The Section 2IC should carry out the wishes and regulations of the section commander. The 2IC will handle assignments in the section and ensure that ammunition is continiously flowing to the Bren. They will find themselves near the rear of the formation, ensuring orders reach the entirety of the section, whilst frequently taking direct control over the covering group in combat.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Carry out tasks assigned to you by your Section Commander.
  
• Manage your own attendance posts for events.
  
• Report any problems you find with anything or anyone up the chain of command.
  
• Follow all of the rules and regulations which govern you in the group.
  
• Adhere to policy and procedures set out by Red Devils.
  
• Managing administration for the section
  
• Manage section’s attendance posts for events
  
• Maintain morale by demonstrating proper procedure
  
• Effective employment of the Bren Light Machine Gun
  
• Knowledge and effective application of battle drills
  

How to Apply:
You can apply for this appointment by contacting your Platoon Commander with your application via a forum private message. In your application, you should outline the following:

• Specifically the role you are applying for.
  
• Your eligibility for the role.
  
• Your understanding of the role and its requirements.
  
• Your reason and motivation for submitting the application.
  

The subject title of your private message should be "Application for Section 2IC, B Company - YOUR_RANK_AND_NAME"

Last Revision: 04JAN22
Inspecting Personnel: 2Lt. J. Salter

7. Section Commander

Quote:Appointment: Section Commander
Reports to: Platoon Sergeant, Platoon Commander
Rank: Corporal
Potential for Promotion: Sergeant

Requirements:

• Completion of all basic airborne training modules.
  
• Completion of all NCO training modules.
  
• Attendance average of at least 75% to be maintained throughout
  

Summary of Position:
The Section Commander oversees every aspect of the section and directly deals with discipline within the section. Section Commander are expected to instruct training for their section and work with individuals on soldier skills. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Carry out tasks assigned to you by your Platoon Sergeant and Platoon Commander.
  
• Manage your section's attendance posts for events.
  
• Manage your own attendance posts for events.
  
• Report any problems you find with anything or anyone up the chain of command.
  
• Follow all of the rules and regulations which govern you in the group.
  
• Adhere to policy and procedures set out by Red Devils.
  
• Managing administration for the entire section
  
• Manage section’s attendance posts for events
  
• Knowledge and effective application of battle drills
  
• Intelligent coordination with other sections in the field
  
• Deliver high-quality trainings according to SOPs
  

How to Apply:
You can apply for this appointment by contacting your Platoon Commander with your application via a forum private message. In your application, you should outline the following:

• Specifically the role you are applying for.
  
• Your eligibility for the role.
  
• Your understanding of the role and its requirements.
  
• Your reason and motivation for submitting the application.
  

The subject title of your private message should be "Application for Section Commander, B Company - YOUR_RANK_AND_NAME"

Last Revision: 04JAN22
Inspecting Personnel: 2Lt. J. Salter

8. Orderly

Quote:Appointment: Orderly
Reports to: Platoon Sergeant, Platoon Commander
Rank: Private
Potential for Promotion: N/A

Requirements:

• Completion of all basic airborne training modules.
  
• Completion of the Navigation Training Module.
  
• Attendance average of at least 60% to be maintained throughout.
  

Summary of Position:
The Platoon Orderly is someone who will be a vital link between sections. The Orderly will go back and forth between the sections and will have to adapt to the situation where their message recipient may not be at the intended location. Orderlies need to be excellent navigators and should be stellar communicators - messages must be relayed exactly as spoken.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Carry out tasks assigned to you by your Platoon Commander.
  
• Manage your own attendance posts for events.
  
• Report any problems you find with anything or anyone up the chain of command.
  
• Follow all of the rules and regulations which govern you in the group.
  
• Adhere to policy and procedures set out by Red Devils.
  
• Ability to recall messages at length and navigate to the recipients
  

How to Apply:
You can apply for this appointment by contacting your Platoon Commander with your application via a forum private message. In your application, you should outline the following:

• Specifically the role you are applying for.
  
• Your eligibility for the role.
  
• Your understanding of the role and its requirements.
  
• Your reason and motivation for submitting the application.
  

The subject title of your private message should be "Application for Orderly, B Company - YOUR_RANK_AND_NAME"

Last Revision: 04JAN22
Inspecting Personnel: 2Lt. J. Salter

9. Batman

Quote:Appointment: Batman
Reports to: Platoon Sergeant, Platoon Commander
Rank: Private
Potential for Promotion: N/A

Requirements:

• Completion of all basic airborne training modules
  
• Attendance average of at least 60% to be maintained throughout
  

Training:

• Wireless Operator Course/Signals Course
  

Summary of Position:
The Batman / Signaller role is the right hand man to the Platoon Commander. He stays with the Platoon Commander at all times, with acting as security in times of rest, relaying radio communications between him and the Platoon Commander and the Company Commander, he is also to assist in any duties the Platoon Commander

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Carry out tasks assigned to you by your Platoon Staff
  
• Manage your own attendance posts for events
  
• Report any problems you find with anything or anyone up the chain of command
  
• Follow all of the rules and regulations which govern you in the group
  
• Adhere to policy and procedures set out by Red Devils
  
• Effectively communicate with other wireless operators according to SOPs
  

How to Apply:
You can apply for this appointment by contacting your Platoon Commander with your application via a forum private message. In your application, you should outline the following:

• Specifically the role you are applying for
  
• Your eligibility for the role
  
• Your understanding of the role and its requirements
  
• Your reason and motivation for submitting the application
  

The subject title of your private message should be "Application for Batman, B Company - YOUR_RANK_AND_NAME"

Last Revision: 04JAN22
Inspecting Personnel: 2Lt. J. Salter

10. Platoon Sergeant

Quote:Appointment: Platoon Sergeant
Reports to: Platoon Commander
Rank: Sergeant
Potential for Promotion: N/A

Requirements:

• Completion of all NCO training modules.
  
• Knowledge of British tactics.
  
• Good communication skills.
  
• Good work ethic.
  
• Leadership qualities.
  
• Attendance average of at least 80% to be maintained throughout.
  

Training:

• Infantry Training Modules.
  

Summary of Position:
The Platoon Sergeant is the 'mother' of the platoon. His responsibilities is to relay the intent of the Platoon Commander in operations by 'kicking the men up the ass' to push them towards the objective and to act as a reinforcing leadership when the Section Commander and 2IC of a Section goes down or is not available. His main responsibilities also involve the management of medical staff within the Platoon, designating First Aid Posts for stretcher bearers to collect wounded and take them back to an aid station. Other attached elements he has to manage as the Commander of the Platoon HQ involve the additional Bren Gunner and the possible Anti-Tank Team.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Carry out tasks assigned to you by your Platoon Commander.
  
• Manage your own attendance posts for events.
  
• Report any problems you find with anything or anyone up the chain of command, realizing you are near the top.
  
• Follow all of the rules and regulations which govern you in the group.
  
• Adhere to policy and procedures set out by Red Devils.
  
• Managing administration for the entire platoon
  
• Manage platoon’s attendance posts for events
  
• Knowledge and effective application of battle drills
  
• Knowledge of platoon tactics
  
• Enforce SOPs and ensure members adhere to the policy and procedures set out by Red Devils
  
• Deliver high-quality trainings according to SOPs
  

How to Apply:
You can apply for this appointment by contacting your Platoon Commander with your application via a forum private message. In your application, you should outline the following:

• Specifically the role you are applying for.
  
• Your eligibility for the role.
  
• Your understanding of the role and its requirements.
  
• Your reason and motivation for submitting the application.
  

The subject title of your private message should be "Application for Platoon Sergeant, B Company - YOUR_RANK_AND_NAME"

Last Revision: 04JAN22
Inspecting Personnel: 2Lt. J. Salter

11. Platoon Commander

Quote:Appointment: Platoon Commander
Reports to: Company Commander/Company 2IC/CSM
Rank: Second Lieutenant
Potential for Promotion: Lieutenant

Requirements:

• Completion of all NCO training modules.
  
• Knowledge of British tactics.
  
• Good communication skills.
  
• Good work ethic.
  
• Leadership qualities.
  
• Attendance average of at least 90% to be maintained throughout.
  

Training:

• Infantry Training Modules.
  

Summary of Position:
The Platoon Commander is the person in charge and ultimately responsible for the platoon. Their responsibilities are to ensure the Platoon operates at the highest levels it can in all regards. They must lead the personnel under their charge into battle, train them, and ensure out-of-game all issues are sorted. The Platoon Commander has a stressful and difficult job but it is extremely rewarding.

You should have some prior experience in this field and should know what is expected of you. If you would like any further clarification please contact B Company Commander.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Carry out tasks assigned to you by your Company Commander.
  
• Manage your own attendance posts for events and ensure your Platoon's attendance is also managed.
  
• Report any problems you find with anything or anyone up the chain of command, realising you are very near the top. Any problems that can be fixed at Platoon should never reach Company.
  
• Follow all of the rules and regulations which govern you in the group.
  
• Adhere to policy and procedures set out by Red Devils.
  
• Managing administration for the entire platoon
  
• Manage platoon’s attendance posts for events
  
• Knowledge and effective application of battle drills
  
• Knowledge and effective application platoon tactics
  
• Intelligent coordination with other platoons in the field
  
• Deliver high-quality trainings according to SOPs
  

How to Apply:
This role is closed currently.

Last Revision: 04JAN22
Inspecting Personnel: Sgt. D. Thire