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Overview: "You — the Reservist"
This country is proud of you — the Reservist.
You are recognised as a highly skilled individual, who is mentally and physically fit and willing to serve your country as required. You are recognised in the community as someone who is going the extra mile by volunteering to be both a Reservist in the Australian Defence Force and in most cases, committing yourself to a civilian career as well. There should not be a conflict between your military and civilian careers, especially as the skills you gain as a Reservist benefit your civilian employer. However, it is important that your employer supports you — the Reservist.
Being open about your Reserve role and talking to your employer about how it benefits your civilian work can help you gain your employer's support. It is always important to remember that the vast majority of Australians support our Defence Force and support you.
Defence Reserves Support has offices in each State and Territory to support you — the Reservist. Specialist staff can be contacted in your State or Territory via the special 1800 803 485 number, via email or in person.
Your unit should have a liaison officer who can assist you in the first instance. This section of the Defence Reserves Support website provides guidance on gaining your employer's support. Click here to read about your employer's obligations.
Your unit should have a liaison officer who can assist you in the first instance. This section of the Defence Reserves Support website provides guidance on gaining your employer's support. Click here to read about your employer's obligations.
