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Sector Resources

This page directs members and supporters to a range of sector resources across a variety of areas.

In demand roles

When considering your role in Western Australia’s defence industry, the following 21 occupations are in-demand and will be required to sustain current and upcoming defence projects in Western Australia. â€‹

Career Opportunities in WA's Defence Industry | The Other Force

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Defence career opportunities are available across Western Australia’s defence industry in trade, paraprofessional, professional and specialist roles.

Defence Kidz empowers Defence and Veteran children through education, advocacy and creating Australian Defence Force specific resources that aims to foster a deeper connection within their families, schools and community.

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Publishing a series of highly successful children’s books delving into military life experiences, Defence Kidz books serve as a valuable resource for families navigating the challenges of military service and for schools educating children and the wider community about Defence life and commemorations.

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​Visit: www.defencekidz.com.au

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Free Career Guidance

Rockingham Jobs and Skills Centre offers specialist defence industry teams available to provide free information about training, support to help with a job search or career change, and advice about career options.

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Contact us | DTWD Defence Industry (theotherforce.wa.gov.au)

​defence.careers@smtafe.wa.edu.au

08 9599 8655​

South Metropolitan TAFE Rockingham campus, Simpson Avenue, Rockingham WA 6168

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Australian Submarine Agency

The Australian Submarine Agency is committed to informing the community in Western Australia about progress in delivering the AUKUS Optimal Pathway. To read more about the Agency, including reading the first two editions of this newsletter, please visit the website at www.asa.gov.au/aukus

 

Got questions? Send them to communityengagementasa@defence.gov.au

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Read the June 2025 Newsletter

© 2024 Women in Defence Association (WiDA Australia Ltd)

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WiDA was founded and operates from Boorloo on Whadjuk Noongar land, and acknowledges that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are the First Australians.

We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the lands across which we live and work, and we pay respect to the many Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander servicemen and women who have fought for this country

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Vision: To be the leading catalyst for gender equity and inclusion in the defence sector, fostering a culture where women thrive and contribute to global security and innovation

Mission: We are dedicated to advancing gender diversity and inclusion in the defence sector by providing strategic initiatives, advocacy, and resources that invest in women, promote equity and drive impactful change

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The Women in Defence Association is not an agent of, nor affiliated with, or part of, the Australian Government or the Department of Defence.

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