Benifits Package

  • Provision of professional quality musical instruments and equipment.
  • Opportunities to travel the world.
  • Monetary allowances when on tour.
  • An excellent superannuation and benefits package.
  • State of the art facilities - rehearsal auditoriums, practice & recording studios.
  • Training - the Defence Force School of Music offers further education and training to support and enhance your career.
  • Interest subsidised home loans.

PAY
Part-time pay is approximately $120 a day - tax free (once fully qualified).
For full-time committment you are starting at around $50,000 p/a once fully qualified.
For detailed information on the great pay rates visit www.defence.gov.au/dpe/pac (and look in ‘Salary Rates')

MEDICAL AND DENTAL TREATMENT
The ADF provides free medical, optical and dental treatment required to maintain health.
A comprehensive compensation scheme is also available if required.

LEAVE
As a member of the ADF you will be entitled to up to 20 days leave per year as well as being compensated for weekends worked.
Additional leave can be granted for special purposes such as maternity (14 weeks full pay) and compassionate leave.

ACCOMMODATION SUBSIDIES

The three main types of accommodation subsidies provided for ADF personnel and their families are:

  • Rental assistance is available to significantly subsidise living costs.
  • Live-in accommodation is available for personnel wishing to live in quality accommodation in a military area with the convenience of meals being provided at a substantial discount.
  • Homes managed by the Defence Housing Authority are available to recognised couples in locations conveniently positioned close to work areas.

In the event of relocation, a professional team of removalists will not only pack your possessions but also remove much of the stress associated with moving to your new residence. Helpful staff from Defence Housing Authority will assist in finding accommodation in your new location. They also provide information on local schools, shopping centres, recreational facilities and partner employment possibilities to help make the transition as smooth as possible.

For more information on subsidised housing provided by the ADF visit www.dha.gov.au

Or call Family Information Network Defence (FIND) on 1800 020 031.
FIND will endeavour to provide a point of contact relating to your enquiry, including information involving recruit march-out parades.