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ADF pay and conditions
constitute an important part of the Defence Offer for ADF personnel. The ADF
Pay and Conditions Manual has been written as a
'plain English' document to present an attractive and compelling offer that
assists in both recruitment and retention of Defence Force members. This manual primarily sets out
the conditions of service for members of the Permanent Force and Reserves.
Some benefits for Cadets are also set out in the manual. In addition, overseas
employment conditions for Defence Australian Public Service employees may be
published in this manual. Determinations made using
powers conferred by the Defence Act 1903
are combined and published with administrative guidance to present the
benefits that are available for members and their families, depending on
their individual personal circumstances and duties. Determinations are legal
documents; decision-makers, administrators and members are bound by the
provisions and rules set out in those Determinations. The manual is divided into two
subject areas. The first sets out the conditions of service within To assist members, employees,
Defence families, administrators and decision-makers, the manual provides
examples and non-examples of policy application and colour coded cross
references setting out related information, guidance and decision-makers. The
Pay and Conditions website also provides a number of complementary support
tools. Applicants for benefits,
including members, employees and their dependants, are reminded of the need
to provide clear and accurate information when they apply for a benefit, and to
advise when that information changes. Information supplied when applying for
a benefit is taken to be a true and accurate record of the applicant's
circumstances. Giving false or misleading information is a serious offence.
Where false or misleading information is provided, or relevant information
withheld, criminal or disciplinary action under the Financial Management and Accountability Act 1997, Defence Force Discipline Act 1982,
Public Service Act 1999, or the Criminal
Code Act 1995 may be taken. Administrative action may also be taken and
sanctions imposed. The ADF Pay and Conditions
Manual assists in the achievement of Defence's Strategic Reform Program and
People in Defence initiatives, that in turn
contribute to the delivery of Force 2030. Regular consultation with the
Services has enabled the delivery of a more flexible and enhanced benefit
package for members that improves the overall Defence Offer. We are working
to simplify and streamline this package to produce an offer which is better
understood by all. |
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d J HURLEY D.J. HuRLEY, Ac, DSC General Chief of the Defence Force 18 January 2012 |
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d lEWIS Duncan LEWIS Secretary Department
of Defence 18 January 2012 |