Change ranks
If you're promoted or demoted, your benefits and assistance may change.
Perform duty in a temporary location
You may get additional assistance when you perform temporary duty in Australia.
Understanding Service categories
There are 6 Service categories (SERCATs) in the Total Workforce System that apply to ADF members.
ADF Total Workforce System
The ADF Total Workforce System provides Defence with a flexible workforce.
Perform a period of continuous full-time service
If you're a member of the Reserves, you can apply to start a period of continuous full-time service (CFTS).
Start a flexible service determination
You can ask to transfer to SERCAT 6 to help balance personal and work life.
Transition from Permanent Forces or from the Reserves
You may apply to transition or leave the ADF during your career.
Perform duty in a remote location
You may get additional benefits if you're posted to a remote location.
Being posted to a new location in Australia
When you're posted to a new location in Australia, Defence offers you benefits and assistance to help you move.
Deploying on domestic operations
You may be deployed on domestic operations during your career.
