Defence Transition Coach

4 weeks ago


Sydney, Australia The Busy Group Full time

A bit about the role… 

The BUSY Group are contracted to deliver ADF Transition Support Services and as such, the primary purpose of this position is to provide career coaching and associated individualised job transition package recommendations to transitioning Eligible Australian Defence Force (ADF) Members from their military to civilian life.  

This position will work closely with transitioning ADF members to provide advice and guidance on upskilling for a current job, cross skilling into roles within their current occupation or transitioning to a new occupation, including providing recommendations for training and education pathways and options. 

This role is permanent full time, based in Sydney. This role is due for immediate start. 

Employee Benefits:

  • Competitive salary; Circa $80k + Super
  • Training and Professional development commitment
  • BUSYology Benefits program
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Parental leave, Retail discounts and Annual MY BUSY Day off
  • Career progression and internal transfer opportunities 
  • Tools of the trade to support your individual role

Our purpose is to make skills, education and employment accessible to every person, so they can create their own world of unbounded possibilities.

About The BUSY Group…

The BUSY Group is a not-for-profit organisation which presents 45 years experience as a community partner.  With 5 business entities operating across 100+ locations Australia-wide, we offer an extensive range of employment services and programs, vocational training, apprenticeships, mentoring, NDIS, disability employment support, specialist schools and allied health services.

About you…

  • Demonstrated case management experience 
  • Previous experience with coaching and mentoring along with the ability to respond effectively to behaviours of concern, dealing with conflict or mental health issues.  
  • Previous experience in a careers advisory role is essential, preferably including skills with defence personnel. 
  • Well-developed interpersonal skills (including building rapport, listening and interviewing), and ability to research and write clear Career Plans. 
  • Self-motivated with a strong client focus and desire to be a part of a service organisation. 
  • Demonstrated high-level ICT skills particularly the use of the Microsoft suite of programs. 
  • Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply guidelines, administrative procedures and processes
  • Experience and/or confidence with group or public speaking. 
  • Must have one of the following: 
    • Minimum 5 years’ experience in the employment services industry or community services sector;   
    • Cert IV in Career Development (or similar);  
    • Minimum 4 years full-time ADF service in the preceding 5 years.  
  • Baseline Security Clearance or ability to obtain.  
  • Ability to obtain a Blue Card and National Police Check; 
  • Open drivers license. 
  • Must be an Australian Citizen.

Next steps...

Please review out applicant guide BEFORE applying for this role to respond to the criteria and ensure your eligibility.

This role will actively commence recruitment from the date of advertisement. The closing date of this ad is dependent on the appointment of the role.

The BUSY Group is an organisation that prioritises the safeguarding of children and all vulnerable people by actively adopting strategies that embed a culture of zero tolerance for abuse of any kind. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening including criminal history and relevant working with children checks. 

The BUSY Group is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from First Nations People, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.



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