Veterans SA, Adelaide, SA Videos

If you’re currently transitioning or simply seeking a new adventure post-service, then an exciting career opportunity in South Australia’s growing construction industry awaits 💪 Born 2 Build SA has carpenter and bricklayer apprenticeships available now 👷‍♂️ This is your chance to take advantage of the growth and opportunity in South Australia’s construction sector, as explained by CEO of Master Builders SA Will Frogley 👉 https://bit.ly/3WQqSqr Apply now 👉 https://bit.ly/3V7c3ye #ADFTransition #VeteranCommunity #OurVeterans

🎉 Exciting news for veterans! South Australian veterans are receiving extra support to transition from one frontline to another – taking up roles in the emergency services and other government agencies to continue serving their local communities. Hear from the Assistant Commissioner, Stuart McLean, SA Police as he shares insights on targeted recruitment strategies and encourages veterans to consider a transition to the SA Police, SAAS, or Metropolitan Fire Service. Listen below 👇 or read more 👉 https://bit.ly/42DVe09

Understanding South Australia's Veteran Community
This National Families Week, we recognise that Defence families come in all shapes and sizes. No two are the same or have had the exact same experiences, and Veterans SA is committed to ensuring that the wider South Australian community understands and acknowledges current and former serving ADF personnel and their families. To start the conversation, we've developed our ‘Understanding the Veteran Community’ video has been developed to challenge stereotypes and narratives often associated with veterans, as well as to help educate the broader community on what “defence life” looks like. Check it out or learn more on Home Base SA today. 👉 http://bit.ly/3hEdD9Z

Veterans SA Career and Business Mentoring Program
Applications for the Veterans SA Career and Business Mentoring Program close NEXT WEEK! ⏰ The program will see mentee participants partnered with experienced South Australian industry and business leaders to provide guidance and support as mentors in order to help them achieve success in their professional lives This year, two program streams are being offered to tailor to your career journey, no matter what stage you may be at: Career and Skills Development or Business and Entrepreneurship. Find out more and apply before 11 May. 👉 https://bit.ly/2023_VSA_Mentoring

Veterans SA Career and Business Mentoring Program: Dave Saunders
No matter where you find yourself in your career journey — whether starting a new job or business, considering a career change, or simply wanting to expand your networks — the Veterans SA Career and Business Mentoring Program can help you reach your goals. Hear from past mentee, Dave, about his experience and what he gained from the program. 🤝 Find out more today. ➡ https://bit.ly/2023_VSA_Mentoring

Career Pathways: Regional SA
South Australia has 12 beautiful regions, each providing unique lifestyle and employment opportunities to veterans and their families. There is currently a high demand for workers in regional South Australia, where there are many permanent or seasonal roles to consider across agriculture, primary industries, tourism and hospitality, health and trade. Learn more on Home Base SA today. 👉 http://bit.ly/3zDMcTj

Career Pathways: Construction Industry
Looking to start, change or build a career in South Australia? The construction industry in SA is a stable industry, offering a range of careers from hands-on trade roles to project managers, finance, HR and administrative roles among others. Learn more today. ➡ http://bit.ly/3yKATZ3 Master Builders SA

Career Pathways: Defence & Space
Careers in defence and space are more than you think. You don’t need to be an astronaut or join the Defence Force to work in one of South Australia’s fastest growing industries. There are a variety of exciting roles available, many of which require the disciplines and skills gained through service. Learn more about careers in defence and space on Home Base SA today. 👉 http://bit.ly/3YvVxqi

Career Pathways: Resources Sector
If you’re looking to start, change or build a career in South Australia, opportunity awaits in a number of industries, including the resources sector. A job in the resources sector offers the potential to work in challenging environments, with the opportunity for above-average salaries, rotating work rosters and FIFO arrangements. These working conditions can provide veterans and their families with flexibility at the cost of intermittent periods apart while on shift, something many defence families might relate to. Learn more at the video below 📽 or visit Home Base SA today. 👉http://bit.ly/3QQRt1l South Australian Chamber of Mines and Energy

Understanding South Australia's Veteran Community
Military life is unique and Veterans SA is committed to ensuring that the wider South Australian community understands and acknowledges current and former serving ADF personnel and their families. We are developing a number of resources to support the understanding that those who serve, and their families, actively contribute to the benefit of the community. Our 'Understanding the Veteran Community' video has been developed to challenge stereotypes and narratives often associated with veterans, as well as to help educate the broader community on what “defence life” looks like. Check it out or learn more on Home Base SA today. 👉 http://bit.ly/3hEdD9Z

Who is Home Base SA for?
If you are posting to or thinking of transitioning to South Australia, then Home Base SA is for you! Our website has been developed with both individuals and families in mind, offering a wide range of valuable information. From community and connections to careers, wellbeing and tips for living in SA, Home Base SA is here to help you transition with ease. It is also a tool for employers, educators and the wider South Australian community to better understand the unique nature of service and the value that veterans and their families bring to the workplace and community. Find out more today. 👉 https://bit.ly/HomeBaseSA

Introducing Home Base SA
Introducing Home Base SA – the key to your new life in South Australia. 🏡🔑 Created by Veterans SA, Home Base SA is a new website that will serve as a one-stop hub for current and former Defence members and their families moving to or thinking of transitioning to South Australia. Developed in collaboration with the veteran community, Home Base covers a wide range of topics including: ✅ Transition ✅ Study ✅ Career planning and progression ✅ Families ✅ Community To find out more about this exciting initiative, visit https://bit.ly/HomeBaseSA today!

Geoff Brock MP, Minister for Veterans Affairs, has announced that he will hold a ‘Meet the Minister’ event from 6pm on Thursday 14 July 2022 at the Torrens Parade Ground. The event will provide the community with the opportunity to engage directly with the Minister, asking questions and raising topics of importance to the veteran community at a town hall meeting. This will be followed by a networking event, providing members of the veteran and defence community an opportunity to meet the Minister and connect with other guests in a relaxed setting. The event is free, however registrations are essential. REGISTER HERE 👉 https://bit.ly/3QtuOb4

Veteran Career Pathways - Resources Sector
Are you transitioning into civilian life? Unsure where your valuable skills from the Defence Force could take you? A career in mining and energy could be for you! Watch this video to find out more or visit the South Australian Chamber of Mines and Energy website. 👉 https://bit.ly/39zyM0N National Careers Week Australia

Happy International Women's Day! There's no denying many people associate the Australian Defence Force with males, perhaps even without realising. But today, we are breaking the bias and want to celebrate the women in our community who are doing amazing things, because there are so many of them! Today, we invite you to join us and #BreakTheBias! Learn more about International Women's Day. 👉 www.internationalwomensday.com

Reflecting on 2021
With the festive season here and the end of 2021 approaching, our Director Chantelle Bohan reflects on the year we've had! 🎄👇

We are excited to share that next month we will be attending the 2021 Regional Field Days in the Yorke Peninsula! We envisage a strong, vibrant, well-supported and represented veteran community and we are looking forward to the opportunity to meet with local veterans and their families in these regional areas of South Australia. We have collaborated with ex-service organisations to bring information and services directly to veterans and their families. Our partners will be available to provide face-to-face advice and information as well as enable connections with other service providers who can provide further support. Update: unfortunately the 2021 Riverland Field days have been cancelled, however we have an alternative visit planned for the region - stay tuned for more info! Visit our website for more information >> https://veteranssa.sa.gov.au/field-days/

WATCH LIVE Our July Community Conversation is being streamed LIVE right now! Click here to watch >> https://bit.ly/WATCHLIVE_JulyCC

Don't miss today's Community Conversation! 🛰🚀 Our July Conversation, Sovereign Space Capability in Australia, is being held online this afternoon at 1pm. You don't want to miss this interesting and exciting conversation with representatives from the South Australian Space Industry Centre and Defence SA. Register now to get the link directly to your inbox! >> https://bit.ly/JulyCCRegistrations

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