When people think about the Defence employment offer, pay and conditions are often the first things that come to mind. However, Defence provides a much broader range of benefits, opportunities and services designed to support personnel throughout their Defence career. Defence has developed a framework to help personnel make the most of the employment offer, bringing these together in one easy-to-access place.
Defence Benefits and Conditions of Service (DBCS) highlights six areas that personnel consistently identify as important:
- Purpose
- Pay and Financial Benefits
- Wellbeing and Family
- Workplace Experience
- Career and Personal Development
- Ways of Working
The ADF Pay and Conditions website remains the authoritative source for pay, allowances and employment conditions.
There are many other benefits and conditions of service available to Defence personnel, such as:
- Career development and professional education pathways
- Flexible ways of working and workplace initiatives
- Housing, relocation and family health provisions for ADF members
- Opportunities to contribute to meaningful and nationally significant work
- Study assistance and lifelong learning opportunities
- Family support services and resources
- Health, wellbeing and mental health support programs
- Access to Defence sport, fitness and recreation facilities
As your career, personal circumstances and priorities evolve, so too can the benefits and opportunities you may wish to access. You’re encouraged to refer to DBCS regularly to stay informed and make the most of what’s on offer.
Your career. Your wellbeing. Your benefits.
For more information, visit the ADF Members and Families | Benefits and conditions of service webpage or email the DBCS Directorate at dbcs.directorate@defence.gov.au.