Information for Employers
Sky’s the limit for opportunities, and we can help you build the workforce you need.
There has never been a better time to be doing business in the defence and space industries in South Australia. With a pipeline of work in progress, it is important that employers have the skilled workforce they require to deliver their projects. There are many ways you can begin to build your workforce or up-skill your existing workforce through initiatives and programs.
Build your workforce
Defence Industry Connection Program
This Program is one of 22 initiatives being developed as part of the South Australian Defence Industry Workforce and Skills Report released in November 2023. Delivered by the Australian Industry Group (Ai Group), this program supports eligible students in defence industry-aligned courses and help them transition from study to employment by undertaking work placements with a local defence company.
Defence Industry Leadership Program (DILP)
The Defence Teaming Centre (DTC) delivers the Defence Industry Leadership Program each year. Over 240 students have graduated from the program that provides targeted, hands on, professional development that equips employees in the defence industry with personal and professional leadership skills.
