Become an employer partner

Tap into a wealth of skills

Could a veteran or their partner be the right fit for your business? Both make committed employees with highly sought-after skills, values and attributes.  

Ex-serving Defence members have a wealth of skills and experience that can benefit civilian businesses, from technical and trade qualifications to corporate leadership.

Meanwhile, managing the demands of military life allows veterans’ and Defence members’ partners to develop exceptional adaptability, reliability, organisation and communication skills.

Employing someone who has proudly served our country, or supported a partner in uniform, also promotes your organisation among the community as an employer of choice.

With online modules and access to a dedicated employment team, our Employer Program helps employers like you better understand veterans, veteran and Defence partners, and what they can bring to your organisation.  

Why hire a veteran?

The Australian Defence Force (ADF) invests heavily in its people. When you hire an ex-ADF member, you are hiring someone who:  

• is technically skilled with nationally recognised qualifications   

• is an effective leader and team member who embodies team spirit 

• approaches their work and goals with a commitment to mission and a strong sense of duty  

• is trained to thrive in dynamic and high-pressure environments, making them adept in changing, challenging or fast-paced situations. 

Why hire a veteran or Defence partner? 

Partners of current or ex-serving Defence members can face employment challenges if their partner is posted to a new location or transitions out of Defence for any reason. As a crucial member in a Defence family, partners possess unique attributes that are highly desirable to civilian employers. These include:  

• resilience, demonstrated by a strong adaptability to change and ability to quickly overcome challenges  

• organisational ability, which partners require to plan moves and alter activities, often at the last minute  

• communication skills, which are vital for the effective operation of the ADF and digesting complex information  

• strong values such as high integrity, loyalty, self-discipline, work ethic, dedication and attention to detail.