12 May 2022
Overview

Are you looking for a career that brings something totally different to the table? No matter what your focus or passion is, there are a range of roles that could be a great fit for what you want to do and achieve - and have some pretty great benefits as well. Don’t believe us? Take a look at the top 5 ways that the Australian Defence Force (ADF) brings something extra to the table when it comes to your career:

A great salary, benefits and allowances

Being in the Australian Defence Force means you’re doing important work, and the ADF wants to reward your determination and dedication to making a difference here and abroad. That’s why you can look forward to getting paid while you train, generous subsidies for accommodation, as well as 16.4% super contributions - which all means you get to put away more cash for living well now and in the future. Depending on what role you’re in, you may also be eligible for allowances and bonuses for overseas deployments, peacekeeping and other missions.

The ADF will help you stay fit and healthy

The ADF wants all of their personnel working at their best - physically and mentally. That’s why they have some of the best lifestyle support and benefits you’ll be able to find here in Australia. For starters, part of your working day will typically involve some kind of workout, so the ADF supplies its personnel with access to sport and fitness facilities, as well as great nutrition. Defence also provides free healthcare to all ADF members on and off base, which includes medical and dental treatment, mental health services, ambulance transport and hospitalisation.

You’ll get once-in-a-lifetime experiences

It goes without saying that a job like an Infantry Soldier, a Submariner or a Fast Jet Pilot means that you are working with some of the most advanced gear and equipment in the world, and you get opportunities to have experiences that you won’t find in any other line of work. On the other hand, some of the job titles and descriptions within the ADF may seem like ones you would see out in the civilian world, such as working as a Carpenter, or a role in Public Relations. What makes those roles unique, is the kinds of projects you could be working on. As a Carpenter, instead of working on home renovations, you could find yourself working to help build temporary shelters during crisis relief situations here and abroad.

You can make mates for life

If you’re interested in joining the Navy, Army or Air Force, chances are you’re someone with a thirst for adventure. The great thing about being in the Australian Defence Force is that you have so many opportunities to explore new places through your postings and deployments. You’ll be working in teams full of like-minded people who are looking to make a difference just like you, which means you could be making friendships that will last a lifetime. Plus, as you travel you get to meet and make friends with people all over the world (who you can enjoy hanging out with using your excellent leave allowances).

Having the ADF on your resume is a huge plus

Whether you choose to stay with the ADF for your entire career, or have a few great years and then try something else, having experience in the ADF is a sign to any employer that you’re a great candidate. Working in the ADF shows that you have determination, resilience, discipline and a genuine desire to make a positive impact and affect change. Depending on the role, it could also mean that you’ve gained qualifications from some of Australia’s best educators, or worked with top-of-the line equipment on important projects.

So, if you’ve been looking for a career with a difference, the ADF can offer you experiences, benefits and unique career opportunities you can’t find anywhere else. Make sure you check out https://www.defencejobs.gov.au/ to find out more, or drop them a line over on their Connect Profile.