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March 2015
What’s inside?
Leading Woman – GPCAPT Lisa Jackson
Pulver, AM
SQNLDR Kate Fox, Active Reserve, Editor.
A proud Koori woman with a family history of military Service, it took Lisa
Jackson Pulver three attempts to join the ranks of the Royal Australian Air
Force, before she was successful.
Now the inaugural Director of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Affairs
– Air Force, GPCAPT Lisa Jackson Pulver’s journey is quite remarkable.
From torrid family circumstances to
‘firsts’ in the field of medicine,
research and philanthropic
programs, this educated and
energetic woman proves tenacity
and hard work can overcome even
the most significant obstacles.
Lisa left home at the age of 14,
spending much of her time ‘couch
surfing’ and sleeping in cars and
occasionally on the streets. ‘I was not
good at school, I think as the result of
a diabolically hard family life. There
was alcohol, violence and abuse of
every kind. It was literally a case of
get out or die. It was a hard decision.
Back then there was no government
support for ‘runaways’ no matter what
your family life was like. I saw some
terrible things that I never want to see
again, young people having to do
horrible things or having horrible
things happen to them.
Photo: images.defence.gov.au/S20140538
GPCAPT Lisa Jackson Pulver, AM
celebrating International Women's Day.
Leading Woman – GPCAPT
Lisa Jackson Pulver, AM
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Recognising Excellence
in Service …
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Ron Newitt Memorial
Trophy
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Reservists Help the
Watchers – 92WG
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The Best of both Worlds –
Air Force Gap Year
Employment Opportunities
now open…
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Calling all Corporals
interested in an exciting
opportunity…
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SQNLDR O'Neill Nurse
Practitioner
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Snakes, Crooks &
Training Governance
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Breakers’ Briefs
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Employment & Training
Opportunities
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Mail Bag
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EDITOR:
SQNLDR Kate Fox
SOC DGRES - AF
News Breakers – Air Force Reserve – March 2015
Education became my life. I realised this was something
that I could do for myself and something that could not be
taken away from me. I went to TAFE which lead to nursing
training at Lidcombe Hospital. It was a pragmatic decision
on my part; I was housed, fed three square meals a day
and would be paid!
My nursing qualification became the springboard for all that
has come since and I still consider that to be the pinnacle
of my learning. Nursing training was quite strict in those
days and I learnt the value of empathy, respect, doing the
job well, being methodical and being on time. They taught
us and taught us really, really well. While the Nursing
Hospital is long gone, it instilled a thirst for knowledge. It
was such a small training institution, but it instilled a thirst
for knowledge. A remarkable number of graduates from
Lidcombe have gone on to significant academic careers’.
Lisa went on to gain her PhD in Medicine; she is an
Epidemiologist, counsellor, prominent researcher and
advocate in Indigenous health. She sits on many
professional boards, is a tenured Professor, has given
countless addresses and has even briefed the House of
Commons in London.
One would be forgiven to think that this was a professional
life packed to the rafters. Not so for Lisa. Military service
remained a long held dream. ‘My father and grand-father
served in the military. I had a great Uncle die on the shores
of Gallipoli. I felt the values learnt very early in my
nursing days would ‘fit’ with those of the Air Force and
was incredibly excited when I finally succeeded in joining
the Air Force as a Specialist Reserve Epidemiologist’.
Photo: images.defence.gov.au/20140325raaf8540620_0070
From left: Director, Directorate of Aboriginal & Torres Strait
Islander Affairs, GPCAPT Lisa Jackson Pulver AM,
Commander CSG AIRCDRE Timothy Innes, Wardaman
People Elders, Uncle Bill Harney, and Jessie Brown, SADFO
RAAF Tindal, WGCDR Mark Larter and 'CO No.75 Squadron
WGCDR Pete Mitchell.
On March 25, Defence celebrated an Indigenous land use
agreement with the Wardaman Traditional Owners of
Delamere Range at the Godinymayin Yijard Rivers Arts and
Cultural Centre in Katherine, Northern Territory.
That was nine years ago this year. In a stellar military
career, GPCAPT Jackson Pulver was promoted to set-up
the Directorate of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
Affairs. The Directorate assists Air Force to meet
Government initiatives to ‘close the gap’ and promotes
Air Force as an employer of choice for First Australians.
‘We are reaching across all of Air Force. It is heartening
to see traditional greetings, such as Welcome to Country
and Acknowledgement of Country become part of the
everyday fabric of Air Force life. Both RAAF Base Wagga
and Williamtown have collaborated with local communities
and now each Base has permanent signage which
acknowledges the traditional owners of the land. We have
plans afoot for other bases to allow similar
acknowledgement.
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Photo: GPCAPT Jackson Pulver, AM
Lisa Jackson Pulver enjoys painting and drawing in what she
calls her ‘spare time’.
We have conducted the first specialist pathway recruitment
Program at RAAF Base Wagga and I am delighted to say
that we have graduates from that program completing
training right now. We have a specialised Undergraduate
Program and have forged all important links with Indigenous
communities across the country.
We are helping to create and foster an environment in Air
Force where people are more and more comfortable with
declaring their cultural identity.
We provide specialist advice to all levels of Air Force, we
have the first Indigenous Elder in the ADF, Uncle Harry Allie
(WOFF R’td) and we provide Air Force with the strategic
direction for future activities.
We will continue to grow and all work towards the milestones
that will allow Torres Strait Islanders and Aboriginal people to
be accurately represented in our Air Force’.
When asked if she has achieved what she has set out to do
within her Directorate, GPCAPT Jackson Pulver is quite
forthright, ‘Not yet’ is her quick response. While she is very
positive about the goals achieved to date, she believes there
is much more to do in terms of greater engagement and
practical initiatives, within the Air Force, the ADF and the
wider community.
Photo: GPCAPT Lisa Pulver Jackson, AM
GPCAPT Lisa Pulver Jackson, AM. Proudly wears the Air
Force General Purpose Uniform.
GPCAPT Jackson Pulver believes the recent unveiling of
the Worimi F/A-18A Hornet at the International Avalon Air
Show is a significant milestone.
In unveiling the aircraft, CAF told the crowd, ‘This
initiative expresses Air Force’s commitment to embracing
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history, culture and
contribution. Air Force values the diversity of all our
people, and this aircraft is a way to recognise Indigenous
inclusion in a significant way’.
Through Indigenous art, Air Force has acknowledged the
past and current service of Aboriginal and Torres Strait
Islanders, with particular reference to the Worimi,
traditional owners of the land on which RAAF Base
Williamtown now sits. The aircraft also displays the pilot
markings of the first known Aboriginal pilot in our service,
Len Waters. A Directorate of Indigenous Affairs initiative,
GPCAPT Jackson Pulver sees this very public
acknowledgement as a litmus test of the Air Force
commitment to inclusiveness. ’So far the response has
only been overwhelmingly positive. We will continue to
back this very public acknowledgement with further
practical steps to prove that we mean what we say’.
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Photo: CPL Melina Young. Defence Image No: 20140417
DGPERS-AF AIRCDRE Bob Rodgers is presented the
Aboriginal and Torres Straight Island Affairs – Air Force
medallion by participant on the Indigenous Youth
Program Jasmine Ellis and GPCAPT Jackson Pulver. The
RAAF Indigenous Youth Program is an important
component of the Air Force commitment towards
Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians coming
together.
While GPCAPT Jackson Pulver continues to manage her
Directorate, she has placed her tenured academic position with the
University of New South Wales on hold, to take up an invitation to
join students from Australia, Asia-Pacific region, Europe and North
America at the Centre for Defence and Strategic Studies (CDSS),
the senior educational institution of the Australian Defence Force.
Some of her blended family was shocked by her acceptance and
her continued drive and passion for education, others in her closeknit group were not at all surprised – they understand her search
for knowledge and her desire to be of service.
Lisa herself is excited by the opportunity to mix with what she
described as ‘thousands of years worth of combined military
experience’ which she believes will enhance her future
contributions to Air Force.
When not engaged in her many professional responsibilities, you
might find Lisa busy in the kitchen or with a brush in hand. She
loves cooking, painting, drawing and has recently undertaken a
course in Chi running, which assists runners to change their
technique to reduce and prevent the likelihood of injury. Lisa
reckons her one on one training session was the best investment
she has made in a long time!
GPCAPT Jackson Pulver and niece Dominique
soaking up the scene at the Yarbon Festival in
January.
When asked if she would like a final word, Lisa explained,
‘so many people in the past few years have asked me
“Why Air Force, is not being in the military contradictory to
Aboriginal culture”? It is not. The ceremony, the rituals,
the rules and respect in Air Force is no different from those in
community. It is not contradictory, rather, complimentary –
both provides opportunity for a real sense of purpose and the
ultimate act of service to country, which is so important to my
Air Force family and my Aboriginal community’.
Relaxing and employing Chi running skills.
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Recognising Excellence in Service …
While one is a relative newcomer, with eight years in the Specialist Reserves
and the other is a veteran of 50 years service, Air Force has formally
recognised two very different, but outstanding Reserve Officers.
Both WGCDR Richard Bluck, AM, RFD and FLTLT Daniel Mendoza-Jones
have been recognised for their significant contribution to both the Air Force
team and contributing to the solid reputation Air Force Reserve members
enjoy in the wider community…
WGCDR Richard Bluck, AM, RFD recently was
awarded a CAF Gold Commendation and FLTLT
Daniel Mendoza-Jones was awarded a Commander
Air Mobility Group Commendation, both for
outstanding Service and commitment.
Regular readers will recall an article regarding
WGCDR Bluck’s long career in a past edition of News
Breakers. Since joining the Air Cadets at school to his
current role within DGRES-AF, Richard has made
significant contribution to the development of the
Reserves. Back then, he was quoted as saying, ‘I
have blue in my blood’, and the blue is obviously still
running!
While Richard joined as an Intelligence Officer, after
his Squadron ceased the ASW role, his formal
Photo: SQNLDR Mendoza-Jones
education (degrees in Commerce and Education and
a Master of Administration) led him to change to
Commander Air Mobility Group, AIRCDRE Warren McDonald,
Training Systems Officer (formally Education Officer).
CSC presents SQNLDR Mendoza-Jones his commendation
With his skills, Richard has contributed to Service
citation.
education reviews, addressed gaps in policy and
procedures, produced prize winning essays and revamped Commander’s Guides. He previously was awarded a Silver
Commendation in 1990, for his work as Deputy Director of Reserves – Air Force.
In such diverse roles as Executive Officer or Deputy Director, Richard always has
promoted a common theme – the advancement of Reserve members into an integrated
Air Force team of both full-time and part-time members. Richard understands that being a
Reservist is not just simply about those few hours/days you might devote to your Service
role, he understands the influence is much broader than that.
Walking the talk, Richard also has served as an Honorary ADC to the State Governor of
Victoria, over 35 years of voluntary service, serving no fewer than eight Governors in a
manner stated in the citation 'which exemplified and enhanced the values and
professionalism for which the Air Force is recognised and respected’.
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This devotion to Service was formally recognised by
CAF through the award of a Gold Commendation,
recently presented by DGRES-AF, AIRCDRE John
Hewitson, AM and GPCAPT Carl Schiller CSM.
Richard explains that the Governors ‘seemed to like
me and I regarded this as another opportunity to
remind diverse stakeholders that there is an Air Force
Reserve'.
FLTLT Daniel Mendoza-Jones, Legal Officer, is in his
eighth year in the Specialist Reserve. Working in a
large corporate law firm specialising in corporate and
commercial law, Daniel was attracted by an interest in
being of service to the ADF and broadening his work
experience.
Photo: GPCAPT Schiller, CSM
Initially engaged to work as a consultant for a
specialist project for the Service Chiefs, now known as
DGRES-AFAIRCDRE John Hewitson, AM awards a CAF Gold
the ADF Financial Services Consumer Centre Daniel
commendation to WGCDR Bluck in recognition of his years of
voluntary service to a succession of Victorian State Governors.
now works within Headquarters Air Mobility Group
where he was recognised for his outstanding
contribution. Daniel is clearly not about what the
service can do for him. He explains, ‘My work in the Reserve has been an
important part of my legal practice. Being able to become involved as a trusted
adviser in such a wide range of military legal work has been very rewarding. I think
that being able to be of meaningful service either to the ADF or to individual
members satisfies an important aspect of being a lawyer which can sometimes be
missed by just operating in the corporate environment’.
Acting as legal adviser to HQ Air Mobility Group, Daniel has been involved in a
range of contract negotiations relating to KC-30, C-130J, B300 platforms and
supporting technology. He acts as legal adviser to Cadet, Reserve and Employer
Support Division in the development of the Youth Policy Manual and regularly
assists in a teaching role on the Corporal Promotion Course at RAAF Richmond as
well as the usual roles of Inquiry Officer and providing legal advice to his unit,
regardless of rank.
While balancing Reserve commitments with his civilian work and personal life is a
challenge, Daniel thrives in the flexibility and advantages Reserve work offers, ‘the
RAAF demonstrated excellent flexibility in allowing me to continue my Reserve
work remotely while I was recently living in the United States for a year. I also enjoy
working closely with some of the best lawyers in Sydney who are my colleagues on
the RAAFSR Sydney Legal Panel’.
While the Air Force has formally recognised Daniel, he believes the benefits are
two-fold. ‘My work as a RAAFSR legal officer has certainly benefited me as a
civilian lawyer. My recent concentration on providing advice in ADF procurement
contract negotiations has meant that I have needed to apply my essential
corporate and commercial legal skills to completely different environments, such as
military capability and strategy, which has only strengthened those underlying legal
skills’.
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While Daniel was proud to receive his commendation, he is enthusiastic about the
opportunities available, ‘I recently became involved in a protracted contract
negotiation between Defence and an overseas aerospace industry supplier. It was
fantastic to be able to assist in ultimately reaching a point where both parties were
pleased with the proposed arrangement and that it complied with local laws and
Defence policy. In particular, the Air Force was very happy with being able to
secure the extra capability. It was great to have played a small role’. It is not just
the buzz of contract negotiations that interest Daniel, he was also very proud to
represent Air Force as guest speaker at a local High School Speech Day.
Daniel’s interests in Air Force and his versatility no doubt contributed to the
recognition of his ability to provide superior legal advice for ‘many and varied legal
matters’ as cited in his commendation.
Congratulations WGCDR Bluck and FLTLT Mendoza-Jones!
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Award of the Ron Newitt Memorial Trophy
- Recognising Excellence at No 23 (City of
Brisbane) Squadron…
SQNLDR Kate Fox, Active Reserve, Editor with assistance from LAC Raddie
23SQN Unit Historian and Mr Dave Dodds and Mr George Hatchman, 23SQN
Association.
Ron Newitt worked at 23 (City of Brisbane) Squadron way back in
the fifties. He left such a legacy in the Engineering world that the
Squadron’s Association paid tribute to Ron through the
establishment of the Ron Newitt Memorial Trophy and a library of
Ron’s technical books donated by family and housed in the
Sergeants Mess.
Originally confined to Engine Fitters, the Ron Newitt Memorial
Trophy is now a contemporary award which recognises
excellence within any mustering across the Squadron. Enter
FSGT Tracey Geissmann.
Personnel Capability Specialist, FSGT Tracey Geissmann has
clocked up 29 years of Service in the Air Force in a mix of permanent
service, full time contracts and Reserve service.
Tracey has worked in many diverse roles throughout her career. She
has been a Senior Operations Officer, Visits Coordinator, Orderly
Room SNCO during the transition to the Super Hornet and a HR
specialist providing support to a Health Services. She provided the
inaugural administrative support to the Heron aircraft and is home on
a weapons range, qualified and experienced as both a Weapons
Instructor and Range Safety Supervisor.
Photo: WGCDR Simon Nickson, 23SQN
It is no surprise then, that this woman of many talents has recently
been recognised for her current role; Deployment Co-ordinator,
Prohibited Substance and Alcohol Tester, Physical Fitness Testing
Liaison Officer and Unit Training Co-ordinator through the award of
the Ron Newitt Memorial Trophy.
Former CO 23SQN, WGCDR Simon Nickson,
presents FSGT Tracey Geissmann with the
Ron Newitt Memorial Trophy.
Tracey is a real example of the flexibility of an Air Force career. She
originally transferred to the Reserves to allow her two adult children, Jake and
Jayde stability in education. That achieved, she served in a full-time capacity once
again, until the birth of her youngest child, two year old Kapri. Tracey explains,
‘Being a Reservist gives the flexibility required for a healthy work/life balance and
to be part of the ADF in an integrated work environment of both permanent and
Reserve members. I have the ability to meet the needs of my family and yet be part
of the ADF family’.
Asked about her career highlights to date, it is obvious that the ‘human element’ is
what stands out for Tracey. Tracey explains, ‘While I was posted to Amberley I
received a letter from an elderly man, a former Royal New Zealand Air Force pilot.
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He had “knowingly purloined/stolen” a khaki slouch hat – in 1957 while on his
way through Amberley on his way to Singapore to fly Venoms during the
Malaysian confrontation. Some 50 years later he wanted to return it to its
rightful owner. After some research, I located the owner from a service
number inside the hat and was able to have the hat returned to its delighted
owner.
I was also close at hand during the F-111 incident when the wheel came off,
gaining a front row seat as I escorted the media to cover the extraordinary
aircraft landing. Working as a Senior Operations Officer also gave me the
opportunity to meet so many different people and organisations. A stand-out for me
will always be a visit by the Endeavour Foundation members and their carers, I will
never forget the look on the kids faces as they enjoyed a disco at the Airmens
Club! I met Parliamentarians, Attaché staff, foreign nationals, VIPs to the Base and
people from local schools, Probus and Rotary clubs’.
Not confining her skills to primary tasks, Tracey is also a committed volunteer who
has served on Mess Committees for over a decade and has been heavily involved
in the coordination of Air Force Week and Christmas Treat celebrations.
Equally at home handling a weapon to handling a party – this previously
recognised Flight Sergeant is a worthy recipient of the Ron Newitt Memorial
Trophy.
Photo: 23SQN Reserve Association
Mr Dave Dodds, 23SQN Associate, Nicole McCosker (Ron Newitt’s daughter) his son in law Darryl
McCosker, the PMC of the time, Mr Snide President of 23SQN Association and Ron’s grandchildren
at the presentation of Ron’s technical publications to the library collection.
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Reservists Help the Watchers – 92WG
by Wing Commander Richard Bluck, Reserve Branch.
No 92 Wing is part of the Surveillance and Response Group (SRG) and is
responsible for a suite of capabilities – anti-submarine, ship strike, Fleet
support, Maritime/Overland ISR, as well as search and rescue operations
across Australia’s large area of responsibility.
A range of Reserve members contribute to fulfilling 92WG’s motto of ‘Watch
and Ward’. GPCAPT Phil Champion, OC 92WG says ‘we don't distinguish our
Reserves as Reserves, as they are so integrated into our daily business that
they are just part of our capability. They also are the key part of our
capability transition team who are managing the introduction into service of
the P8 aircraft being delivered under project Air 7000. We rely on our Reserve
workforce heavily and they never fail to deliver in many critical areas’.
In this article we meet a sample of three of 92WG’s Reservists and hear something
of their stories and how they assist the people who operate one of the hardest
working aircraft in the Air Force – the AP-3C Orion - through their activities in
safety, engineering and administration.
SQNLDR Peter (‘Bong’) Nelson
Peter joined the RAN as an Observer in 1977 and flew in the Grumman ‘Tracker’
aboard the aircraft carrier HMAS MELBOURNE, which he describes as a ‘hoot!
(strange sense of humour!!). He then re-trained as a Pilot and flew rotary wing
aircraft, including the venerable ‘Huey’, Wessex and Sea King. After 20 years in the
Navy he flew four years as a civilian offshore, then as an EMS chopper pilot before
joining the RAAF in 2000, to fly the Orion for 12 years before moving to the Active
Reserve in November 2012.
Over the years he was involved in regular deployments to Butterworth (OP
GATEWAY), Gulf War 1 (with RN Commando SQN), Gulf War 2, the UN-led
Combined Maritime Force based in Bahrain to counter piracy in the Indian Ocean
and Gulf of Oman, which he describes ‘as very interesting during the period of the
‘Arab Spring’!
For Peter’s last five years in the PAF he was Wing Aviation Safety Officer (WASO)
managing an effective Aviation Safety Management System (ASMS) and travelling
wherever the Orion was deployed, on exercise or operations, to conduct aviation
safety assessments. This included returning to the MEAO to assist with audits in
2010 and 2011.
Peter was attracted to the Reserve ‘to maintain contact with the Wing; to continue
my passion for aviation safety and, after decades of service, to maintain the sense
that I’m doing something useful for the country’.
Photo: SQNLDR Nelson
SQNLDR Nelson alongside a
HS816 SQN Seahawk during a
FAA safety management review.
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Since being in the Reserve Peter has continued to contribute – assisting the
current 92 WG WASO across a range of tasks and monitoring trends;
assisting with an HQAC safety audits at 34SQN, conducted aviation safety
culture assessments for two RAN FAA squadrons and being a facilitator for
the joint Airservices/ADF air traffic control safety forum and for the DDAAFS
Aviation Safety Facilitator Courses regularly held in Canberra.
‘I really enjoy facilitating for the new breed of aviation safety practitioners.
As I’ve been around the block a few times and have had an incredibly
diverse and interesting aviation career, students like to have a dig at me as
being the resident ‘old fart!’
Peter’s passion and enthusiasm flow through to his community
engagements as a volunteer across a diverse range of organisations – AFL,
cricket, animal welfare and various community-centred charities. ‘I get a real
kick out of feeding the homeless during my “Fred’s Van” program
participation. I volunteered to be Team Leader for the Christmas Eve and
New Years Eve meals and also the Adelaide “CEO Sleepout Meals”. He
recently has applied to become an Assistant Team Leader for the
OPERATION FLINDERS charity that was started by an Army officer and
seeks to point wayward teenagers in the right direction with a bit of teambased tough love - and outback trekking! He also gives motivational and
goal-setting presentations to secondary school students in Adelaide as part
of a State Government program.
Photo: SQNLDR Nelson
One of these characters is ‘Bong’ Nelson
during a DDAAFS Safety Facilitator
Course!
‘Both my military and civil activities seem to compliment each other in some way. I
didn’t expect this to be the case though. My Reserve work allows me to keep in
touch with current aviation safety practices, which I can use in my public speaking.
Because my volunteering duties are so different to my Reserve work, I enjoy
switching between the two as I feel refreshed for each when I do’ Peter says.
Peter’s supervisor SQNLDR Adam Robinson, WASO, 92WG comments ‘SQNLDR
Nelson's Reservist capacity and contribution are a valued part of the 92WG
Aviation Safety Management System. Having the previous incumbent's experience
to draw upon can help prevent “reinventing the wheel”, or implementing strategies
that may have been tried and discounted in the past. 92WG has achieved a
remarkably stable WASO incumbency over many years; this is aided by Peter's
continuation as a Reservist. Also, Peter's broader experience in both Navy and
DDAAFS safety facilitation steadies the ship, so to speak, and his capacity to turn
work around frees me up for other tasking, not that the inbox is ever empty!
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SQNLDR Mark Ingham
SQNLDR Mark Ingham is the Reserve Senior Engineering
Officer (Reserve SENGO) with No 10 Squadron, having
spent the past three decades immersed in the world of P3
Orion maritime operations he now works alongside the PAF
SENGO as a technical resource.
Originally a RADTECH (Air) he worked on Mirages at
Williamtown and Butterworth and on P-3Cs at Edinburgh.
Commissioned in 1988 he returned to Edinburgh in 1992.
In 1999 he discharged from the PAF after 24 years of
service and moved to the Standby Reserve, returning four
years later to the Active Reserve. He came back ‘for the
fantastic camaraderie and mateship of Service life, to keep
up- to-date and to have past training and experience well
used. I get a kick out of mentoring.’
The constant travel and challenges inherent in maritime
operations continued into his Reserve activities. He does at
least one deployment a year, sometimes two (OP
RESOLUTE) and a tour in the MEAO in 2009. Mark
relishes the ‘good challenge of maintaining his required
endorsements and authorities as a SENGO to sustain
usefulness to the Wing.’
Photo: SQNLDR Mark Ingham
SQNLDR Mark Ingham at work in SENGO’s MEAO office.
His full-time employment with Airbus Group Australia Pacific also involves P3 support. Mark explains, ‘I get
to enjoy the engineering and maintenance challenges in two complimentary cultures. Thankfully Airbus is a
very Reserve supportive employer’.
Mark’s other challenge ’is balancing civil and military time allocations as there are many PAF requests for
potential involvements.’ He regards himself ‘as very fortunate having the best of both worlds, which is
professionally and personally very rewarding.’
WGCDR Russell Barton, Mark’s former supervisor at 92WG, said ‘SQNLDR Mark Ingham brings a wealth of
experience to the 92WG AMO and he is able to make a significant leadership contribution within the AMO to
maximise AP-3C capability. Executives in the 92WG AMO are often deployed, whilst a significant
maintenance tempo remains at home base and away. Mark's contribution at home base or to a deployed
environment allows the 92WG AMO to maximise productivity safely. The knowledge that Mark brings form
his day job in industry supporting the AP-3C is extremely useful as a reservist SENGO’.
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SQNLDR Jonathan Miller
Barrister Jonathan Miller migrated from Scotland to Australia in 2002 and enlisted
in the Specialist Reserve in 2008. He acted in his civilian capacity for a serving
member charged with an offence and the solicitor was the Legal Panel Leader in
South Australia who encouraged Jonathan to apply – ‘it didn’t take too much
encouragement’, he says.
‘From the legal perspective I look after member’s interests – the challenges are
many and varied. Working at unit and wing levels with legal issues that have a real
practical impact at both AOSG and 92WG has been very rewarding, as have two
Inquiries for CDF’.
‘I have been very struck by the immense lengths commanders go to “to do the right
thing” especially when it comes to members under their command,’ Jonathan
comments.
In his civil role at the Bar he likes ‘being able to assist people and their families
through some very dark times (and occasionally some happy ones), keeping
people out of prison or bankruptcy or obtaining just compensation’.
After completing the Specialist Reserve Familiarisation Course, Jonathan
volunteered to complete the full Officer Training School Active Reserve Initial
Officer Course to be better prepared for his duties. This commitment has paid off
as in some periods he has been working in almost a full time capacity. Currently he
is studying for his Masters Degree with ANU and also is involved with the Red
Cross Committee for International Humanitarian Law.
Photo: SQNLDR Jonathan Miller
SQNLDR Jonathan Miller – a
very active SR lawyer.
He enjoys the flexibility of Reserve service which dovetails neatly with his work in
the courts. ‘I really enjoy the camaraderie of the ADF and also being part of
perhaps the most advanced military in the world, in terms of compliance with
International Humanitarian Law’.
92WG’s Legal Officer FLTLT Anthony Erman says
‘SQNLDR Miller's contribution to the 92WG legal capability
has been invaluable. Through his civil and military legal
experience, he has been able to provide robust support to
the 92WG command legal officer, the Adelaide legal
reserve panel and to the RAAF more generally’.
These Reservists are but three of the rich mix to be found
in 92WG. They reflect the great benefits to Air Force of
being able access the fantastic diversity of past training
and experience (both military and civil) though proactive
and effective use of the Reserve workforce component.
A happy Active Reserve JOIC graduation – spot the
Scottish lawyer!
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The Best of both worlds – Air Force Gap
Year Employment Opportunities now
open…
A small, but enthusiastic team, headed by SQNLDR
Caroline Godfrey, is hard at work in response to a
current Government commitment to reintroduce ADF
Gap Year opportunities for young Australians from 17 to
24 years of age.
SQNLDR Godfrey explains, ‘in response to this commitment,
Air Force has introduced a revitalised Gap Year Program.
We have 55 young people currently undertaking recruit
training at Wagga. Once they graduate from Wagga, they will
move to RAAF Base Amberley to undertake a further 12
weeks of training at RAAFSFS. This will be followed by a five
month posting to a SECFOR unit where they will be
employed in force protection duties’.
While the first round of opportunities was confined to the Air
Base Protection mustering, the 2016 program has 120
positions available and will expand to also include Personnel
Capability Specialists, Supply and Crew Attendant.
Photo: images.defence.gov.au/20150217raaf8157095_113.
A Gap Year recruit participates in a Camouflage and
Concealment training lesson at RAAF Base Wagga.
SQNLDR Godfrey believes Gap Year offers the best of both
worlds, ‘Gap Year provides a really good insight into our Air
Force, our people, the job roles and the life style.
The training is structured. A Gap Year participant undertakes
exactly the same training as a permanent member, which
means if they elect to join the PAF they only have to
undertake the training applicable to their chosen career.
There is no repetition as there has been in previous Gap
Year programs.
If they decide to move on, they have had an incredible
opportunity to learn new skills which will benefit them in their
civilian employment or they have the opportunity to stay on
as a Reserve member with a guaranteed position and
allocation of days for a five year period. I imagine this will be
particularly attractive to those who decide to undertake
tertiary studies, knowing they have a reliable source of
income throughout the period of their tertiary studies’.
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Photo: Cut-above Productions
A Gap Year recruit abseils from the tower at RAAF Base
Wagga.
As Officer in Charge of Air Force Gap Year, SQNLDR
Godfrey is supported by a Ground Defence Officer, one full
time and one Reserve Personnel Capability Specialist. The
role of the Air Force Gap Year Flight is to manage and
facilitate the integration of the Air Force program and provide
support to both Gap Year participants and their relevant unit
Commander.
In a recent visit to RAAF Base Wagga, Assistant Minister for
Defence, Stuart Robert said he was delighted to announce
the ADF Gap Year program will return in 2016 with more
places being made available in the Army and Air Force. He
explained, ‘The expansion of the ADF Gap Year means more
young Australians will be able to experience life in the ADF
where they will gain important professional and life skills, all
while being paid a salary and serving our great country. The
program provides a positive experience for young people
who might be considering a career in the ADF but are
uncertain about a long term commitment. It has also proven
to be very popular with young women, who represent almost
a quarter of all the current ADF Gap Year members.'
Photo: images.defence.gov.au/S20150362
On the 17th of February 2015 the Assistant Minister for
Defence, The Hon Stuart Robert MP, met with Gap Year
recruits at No 1 Recruit Training Unit (RAAF Base Wagga).
He was accompanied on his visit by the Federal Member
for Riverina, The Hon Michael McCormack MP.
Those interested in learning about future Gap Year
opportunities can do so by visiting www.defencejobs.gov.au,
by phoning 13 19 01 or by visiting their local Defence Force
Recruiting Centre
Air Force Gap Year trainees
receiving Physical Training
Instruction.
Going through their paces –
trainees grimace as their physical
fitness is tested.
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Calling all Corporals interested in an exciting
opportunity…
Do you like a challenge?
Do you like new experiences involving travel?
You could be the ideal candidate for the Tasman Scheme – a two-week fully funded secondment with the
Royal New Zealand Air Force.
If this sounds like you, read on…
Nominations are being called for the Tasman Scheme, a two-week, fully funded secondment with the Royal New
Zealand Air Force (RNZAF).
If you are a Reserve member of corporal rank, with a minimum of three years in service, you are eligible to apply.
The Tasman Scheme is a Bilateral Personnel Activity between the ADF and the New Zealand Defence Force
(NZDF). The Scheme is a joint initiative of Defence, through Cadet, Reserve and Employer Support Division
(CRESD), and the Defence Reserves Association (DRA). The Scheme seeks to reward selected ADF Reserve
JNCOs for their overall performance, dedication and commitment to Reserve service and to promote
interoperability between the ADF and NZDF.
Within the Tasman Scheme, JNCOs of the ADF Reserves are seconded to a NZDF unit with travel costs (between
New Zealand and Australia) and Reserve Service Day (RSD) salaries funded by Defence. As host, the NZDF will
provide Service accommodation, meals and internal domestic travel during the 14-day secondment. In a similar
manner, JNCOs of the NZDF Reserves are seconded to an ADF unit. This strengthens the ties between the two
countries and, in turn, enhances the capability the ADF and NZDF derive from their Reserves.
MAJGEN Iain Spence, Head CRESD, enthusiastically prompts individuals to come forward and Commanding
Officers to progress applications. He explains: ‘The Tasman Scheme offers its participants a unique and rewarding
experience. As we commemorate the centenary of ANZAC, deserving JNCO’s will gain a deeper understanding of
our shared history through working alongside our Tasman neighbours.’
Applications close on 31 March 2015
Defence Form AE 350—Tasman Scheme Nomination.
Further details of the scheme can be found in DEFGRAM 633/2014 (Issue Date 11 November 2014) or Military
Personnel Manual Chapter 2, Part 8—Tasman Scheme, or www.defencereservessupport.gov.au
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From Emergency Department to Aero
Medical Evacuation…
You may ask what the common ground is between the Emergency
Department at the sizeable regional hospital of Gympie, Queensland and
a military exercise in Malaysia and Singapore.
The common ground is SQNLDR Danny O’Neill, Emergency Nurse
Practitioner and Specialist Reserve member of No 3 Aero medical
Evacuation Squadron DET Amberley…
A former British Army Nursing Officer, Danny O’Neill and his wife were
attracted to the lifestyle changes a move to Australia could provide. With a
military nursing history it was natural Danny would be attracted to a similar
role in Australia. Nine years ago Danny joined our ranks as a Specialist
Reserve Nurse Practitioner.
As a Nurse Practitioner, Danny’s higher level training authorises him to
function autonomously and collaboratively in an advanced and extended
clinical role. He is qualified to conduct assessments and manage patients
using nursing knowledge and skills, including the direct referral of patients to
other health care professionals, prescribing medications and ordering
diagnostic investigations.
Danny loves the symmetry between his civilian role as an Emergency
Department Senior Nurse Practitioner at Gympie hospital and his role with Air
Force at RAAF Base Amberley. Danny explains, ’My skills and experience in
the civilian world compliment my role in the Air Force and vice versa. I have
the ability to use my advance practice skills and knowledge in the military
setting further adding to RAAF health capability on Aero Medical Evacuations
(AMEs) and other health officer roles. My military medical experience for
example helps within my civilian practice using my military aeromedical
knowledge to assist patients for transfer from our facility for definitive care ‘.
Photo: Air Force Image Gallery
20141016raaf8526964_0054
SQNLDR Daniel O'Neill, No. 3
Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron
Nursing Officer, provides support to a
deployed ADF member on Exercise
Bersama Lima 2014.
Late last year, Danny took part in Exercise BERSAMA LIMA 2014, a
Headquarters Integrated Area Defence System (HQIADS) led, regional multilateral exercise held in Malaysian and Singaporean airspace. Operating under the
direction of the Five Power Defence Arrangements composed of representatives
from each of the five member nations; Australia, Malaysia, New Zealand,
Singapore and the United Kingdom, Exercise BERSAMA LIMA, was an exciting
platform for SQNLDR O’Neill to utilise his civilian and military qualifications.
‘I provided medical support in the health centre to the combined exercise at RMAF
Butterworth. This included liaising with the Royal Air Force and Malaysian Air Force
medical services. I also liaised with the local Malaysian hospital to support ongoing
care of patients and helped to advise and support current health planning during
the Exercise. I was also called upon to undertake an AME from a neighbouring
country and conducted the AME of a ADF post-operative trauma patient which
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required the extensive use of my specialist knowledge and experience to facilitate
and undertake the evacuation’.
My Reserve role and my civilian role provide me with a diversity of experiences
and challenges, but at the same time allow me to draw on my experiences from
the civilian and military sector’.
When Danny is not filling his busy role at Gympie hospital or practising as a
Specialist Reserve officer, you may find him bush walking or running and
spending time with his wife and two young daughters.
Danny believes his civilian and military roles give him the best of both worlds!
At the time of going to print, SQNLDR O'Neill has deployed on Operation Pacific
Assist, the ADF whole of government response to the devastation in Vanuatu
following Tropical Cyclone Pam.
Photo: Air Force Image Gallery
20100625ran8106603_044
Danny O’Neill assists a patient at
Andong Thma school medical
clinic during Pacific Partnership.
Photo: SQNLDR Danny O'Neill
SQNLDR Danny O'Neill poses with a RAF
Typhoon of Number 1(Fighter) Squadron on
Exercise Bersama Shield 2013.
Photo: Air Force Image Gallery 20150318raaf8540638_0141
Aero-Medical Evacuation Squadron personnel monitor a
patient being evacuated on board a C-130J Hercules
during Operation Pacific Assist. SQNLDR O’Neill is
currently on Operation Pacific Assist.
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Training for Capability
Snakes, Crooks & Training Governance
by WGCDR Richard Bluck, Reserve Branch
The delivery of efficient and effective learning and development for both
operational and capability support environments is critical for achieving Air
Force goals. Training Systems Officers (TSOs) manage the Air Force Training
System applying education and training system expertise to ensure the
quality, governance and compliance of the system is maintained, within a
culture of continuous improvement.
TSOs are engaged across all employment groups, and in all cross-FEG and
intra-FEG training. One of the Reserve TSOs contributing to this process is
FLTLT Rachel Waters who is posted to Combat Survival Training School
(CSTS) in Townsville. Rachel also contributes to the Training Governance
Team for the Director General Technical Airworthiness Branch-ADF (DGTAADF) in Melbourne.
CSTS provides training to prepare ADF aircrew for isolating incidents in
permissive and non-permissive settings. Reflecting the key elements of
Survive-Evade-Resist-Escape, a suite of courses encompass: survival
principles and priorities, personal skills and adapting to diverse environments
such as sea, sea coast, desert, jungle and cold weather.
Photo: FLTLT Rachel Waters
SQNLDR Ashley Hill, Commanding Officer, notes ‘CSTS is a Reserve heavy
Slippery police work but not yet CSTS
unit with some 60% of staff RAAFAR and it has robust Reserve management
‘bush tucker’!
planning to maximise the Reservist’s contribution to unit productivity. CSTS’s
pool of Reservists includes experienced aircrew, communications and survival members, from
both Air Force and Army. We operate as a fully integrated workforce. Students would not know
who is a Reservist and who is PAF.’
Rachel Waters has served in both the NSW and Queensland Police Forces, her current role
being a Police Prosecutor in Townsville. She enjoys ‘the dynamic and challenging nature of the
police role, making a difference for the community as well as getting on top of the intricacies of
our legislation’.
Her original qualification was a BA in Languages – mainly Japanese, which she admits is now a
bit rusty. Afterwards she completed a Diploma in Education and then finished a Masters in
Education whilst completing her Police Academy studies. Still learning, Rachel currently is
studying for a Law degree.
Since joining the Reserve in 2006, seeking ‘further personal and professional growth’, Rachel has
been involved in a range of activities including the provision of training support for CSTS and a
secondary strand contributing to the evolution of training governance and instructions for the
Training Management System within DGTA-ADF.
She likes ‘the contrast from her civilian world and working with people from a wide range of
backgrounds and disciplines…always learning and gaining new experiences… the intellectual
challenges of the TSO category and the esprit de corps in the ADF’. She is less keen about the
flood of Defence acronyms!
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Rachael says ’my civil and military roles compliment each other. My outlook
has been broadened by both roles and I am able to approach situations with a
wider perspective on people, their roles, responsibilities, expectations and
professional integrity’.
Attitude and handling of stress are absolutely vital elements for successful
combat survival and Rachel’s police experience has prepared her well for
understanding this aspect of CSTS’s activities. ‘One of the main challenges of
policing can be protecting oneself against the negative emotions that can
develop though constant contact with victims, violent offenders and
traumatic/significant incidents. It’s a role which requires a regime to maintain
both physical and mental health. We often talk about our stories and how we
become inured to the extreme nature of many situations…including the use of
dark humour to deal with these challenges’.
Another crossover in roles is the exposure to reptiles and rodents which seem
to appear frequently in frontline policing (not the courtroom!) and as potential
fodder at CSTS. Queensland Police are very supportive of Rachel’s Reserve
involvement.
FLTLT Rachel Waters TSO at CSTS.
SQNLDR Hill said ‘FLTLT Waters tasks predominately are in the creation of
documents in TSO language. Recently she has supported development of
PMKeyS reportable proficiencies and creation of the TMP for the new Aircrew
Combat SERE C course. Rachel is unique compared to the other Reservists
here because she was never in the PAF’.
Rachel's work with Training Management Services within DGTA-ADF started
when she was living in Melbourne. The first TSO in the Directorate, she
commenced the somewhat daunting task of setting up a framework for the
governance of their many education and training activities. Returning to
Queensland, Rachel continued doing governance-related work from far-off
Townsville. She currently is updating material relating to the Diploma of
Quality Auditing which is an activity ideally suited to remote work at which she
is most adept. Rachel’s specialist TSO knowledge is invaluable to the
Training Governance team within DGTA-ADF and is enabling the team to
implement some significant improvements.
SQNLDR Darrell Robinson, Training Governance Manager, DGTAADF, DAVREG (TMS), says ‘Having a Reservist with education
expertise in the Training Governance cell is enabling the cell to meet its
obligations to its customers in a timely and efficient manner. Rachel is
able to take on specific tasks that otherwise could not be done by the
on-site personnel. Her willingness and positive attitude towards the
education and training function, together with her expertise are proving
to be a great asset to DGTA-ADF’.
Rachel represents yet another example of a talented person with
diverse experience adding to Air Force capability as a Direct Entry
member via the Active Reserve.
TSO Rachel Waters on the job.
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Breakers' Briefs
CAF Symposium and Australian International Air Show
In conjunction with the Air Show the Chief of the Air Force hosted a Symposium
which was attended by delegations from some 25 international Air Forces. The
theme of the Symposium was Strategic Perspectives of an Integrated Air
Environment, with senior speakers from Australia and overseas.
The Australian International Air Show 2015 again was a major gathering of
Australian and foreign industry exhibitors and interest groups, together with diverse
static displays and some impressive flying displays of historical aircraft, military and
civil, as well as many current military aircraft demonstrating their roles. The theme
this show was ‘Heroes of the Air’ marking the centenary of Gallipoli and World War
One.
In both these significant aviation activities Reservists were heavily involved at all
levels. If you were working at these events News Breakers would like to hear from
you about your contribution, for possible use in future stories. Just contact the
Editor at kate.fox@defence.gov.au.
Interested in Joining the News Breakers Team?
The News Breakers team is looking for some additional talent for both Editorial
work (sourcing and writing stories) and also to assist with compilation and
distribution aspects. This will enable the team capacity to handle peak loads and
other duty commitments. If you have appropriate skill sets and experience and
would like to be on our list of talent for use – then send an email to the Editor with a
brief outline of your background and current Reserve involvement.
Supplementary Employment Group (SEG)
If you are a member serving in the SEG you should have seen, late in 2014, a CAF
Message about some changes to improve management of the SEG which came
into effect from 01 Dec 14. The main change dealt with the Reserve Service Day
(RSD) Obligation for SEG members. CAF Message 51/14 SEG Management
(Intranet only)
Reserve Pay Slips Online
Reserve members will no longer receive paper pay slips from pay day 23 April.
Members without regular access to the DRN PSS can use the PSS Home Portal
which provides secure internet access to view pay records and submit attendance
diary claims. Similarly members can check and update personal details and
emergency or next of kin contact details, via the PSS Home Portal. For more info
contact your orderly room or the Defence Service Centre on 1 800 333 362 or
email dsc@defence.gov.au
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Good Employer?
Do you have a civil employer who is supportive of your Reserve activity? They may
have amended rosters, given extra time for courses, released you at short notice
for an urgent need, or just been very helpful over a long period. If so, consider
getting the ADF to say ‘Thank You’ with an Employer Award, either plaque or
Certificate of Appreciation. There are presentation events once a year in all States.
For more information go to the CRESD website (Intranet only) or call your State
DRSC office.
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Employment & Training Opportunities
Air Force is offering two separate training and employment opportunities in Leadership Coaching
and Conflict Coaching. Read on for details…
Conflict Coaching
Conflict is inevitable and has the potential to undermine our capability, diminish
team cohesion, can lead to safety incidents and destroy relationships. Air Force
recognises the importance of proactive early intervention in workplace behaviour
issues to prevent escalation and to encourage low level resolution of issues,
appropriate support to personnel and effective management of conflict. As a
result Air Force is increasing its support to the whole of Defence dispute
resolution program.
Air Force is seeking expressions of interest to fill nine new Reserve positions in
the dispute resolution program. The nine positions will complement the Air Force
New Horizon program and Pathway to Change by improving organisational
culture through improved management and early resolution of workplace conflict.
Successful candidates will be trained as Conflict Coaches and will provide
coaching support to Command and Defence personnel.
The process to select the nine new Conflict Coach positions is:
-
Applicant to email ARETechnical.Authority@defence.gov.au. Applicant will then be
contacted by a staff member from Alternative Resolutions and Equity Technical
Authority (ARE TA) to discuss their application.
-
Complete an application form at Alternative Resolutions and Equity Technical
Authority (Panel Members):
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Successful candidates panelled on a 5 day Conflict Management Coaching course.
-
Coaches undertake a minimum of four hours professional development with a Dispute
Resolution Practitioner prior to a video assessment to meet Defence accreditation
standards.
To be eligible for selection candidates will be an Air Force Reserve member with a minimum rank of CPL, have the
respect and trust of peers and command, a well developed sense of empathy, respect for confidentiality, patience,
have respect for and be visibly committed to workplace behaviour principles, and have management approval to be
released for training and conflict coaching work as required. They will also need to have a period of service remaining
so that they can build experience and skill to deliver a high quality professional service within the program.
The Defence dispute resolution program is jointly managed by the Directorate of Alternative Resolutions and Equity
Technical Authority and the Directorate of Complaint Resolution. For more information:
http://intranet.defence.gov.au/people/sites/ARE.
For more information email ARETechnical.Authority@defence.gov.au with the subject heading: Air Force Conflict
Coaching.
DO NOT DELAY - Applications are due at ARE TA no later than 31 Mar 15.
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Leadership Coaching Course
Expressions of interest (EOI) are sought from both PAF and Reserve Members are sought for a
Leadership Coaching Course that will take place at RAAF Glenbrook between 18 -22 May 15.
The course is designed to support Leadership Development at all levels in Air Force. The course
linked to the RAAF Core Values will not only focus leadership development but will aim to
produce coaches who in turn assist other Air Force personnel be more effective and self aware.
The Coaching Course will aim to directly support reform programs such as New Horizon and
Project JERICHO.
The course will be run by Open Door Coaching in consultation with Air Force Adaptive Culture
and for successful candidates lead to a Cert IV in Workplace and Business Coaching. Once
qualified, it is expected that PAF Members will provide 15 – 20 days coaching to other Air Force
members per year. Reserve Members will be expected to provide in the region of 30 days
coaching. While coaching may be offered to any Air Force Members the initial primary target for
recipients of coaching will be GPCAPTs, regardless of placement in the ADO, EL2s in the Air
Force Group, all COs and Administrative COs, Executive Warrant Officers and WGCDRs/SNCO
in positions to influence the major Air Force Reform Programs. Therefore those applying for the
RAAF Leadership Coaching Course should have outstanding interpersonal skills and be
comfortable working with and able to assist high performing individuals become even better.
Opportunities for further study may be available.
Priority will be given to candidates (GPCAPT and below) who already hold coaching, mentoring,
or facilitation skills accreditations or can demonstrate that they have over a period of time
successfully coached others through a major change initiative. The selection process for any
Senior Leadership Team Members wishing to be considered will be through the Star-Planning
Process in consultation with DGPERS-AF.
The closing date for EOIs is 13 Apr 15. Candidates should provide comment on any experience
they have had either as a coach or receiving coaching and clearly state what they believe that
they can bring to the role of an Air Force Coach. All EOIs must have comments from supervisors
that include a candidate’s suitability and also comment on a candidate’s ability to meet the
minimum number of coaching days each year (15-20 days for PAF and a minimum of 30 days for
Reserve Members).
Contact Stephen.johnstone3@defence.gov.au/ or for those with access to intranet, the following
link: RAAF Leadership Coaching
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Breakers’ Mailbag
Send Air Force Reserve News Breakers comments to the Editor: kate.fox@defence.gov.au
I read with deep sadness the obituary for Group Captain Monty Smith. He is an indelible part of my
many happy memories of my time in the RAAF PAF. As a Lateral Recruit (AERO) from the Canadian
Forces and on my first parade at RAAF Base Richmond at Christmas 1996, the Inspecting Officer
alighted from the car in full Santa Claus garb complete with roller blades and a bag of candy to hand out
to the troops. One of the Flight Lieutenants behind me whispered “Struth, that’s Monty, that’s the bloody
OC!” In Canada I had never learned to march with melting chocolate in my hand and to salute Santa
Claus on the Dias! Monty was a true character who engendered loyalty and exuded friendship and I am
proud to have shared a few pints with him. For an EQUIPO, Monty was alright!
My condolences to his family and his many, many friends.
Jim Kightley
Canada
AERO - Retired
Russell et al,
Once again, a terrific read, I knew Monty well from my time as STO at 27SQN and I’m sorry to
hear of his death. As I prepare to retire from the RAAF Reserve (I’m told an extension to my CRA is
unlikely) after 40 odd (and some were very odd) years I will miss the camaraderie and challenges.
However a small compensation is the excellent News Breakers keeping us all in touch. I must say 99%
of the reservists and PAF I worked with were marvellous and friendly people regardless of rank. The
other one % is irrelevant. I heartily espouse the advantages of the RAAF Reserve to the young people I
meet and hopefully you will continue to gain another generation of readers. Cheers
Mel Dundas-Taylor
SQNLDR
INTEL
P.S. Bring back the caption competition!
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