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Sector Resources
This page directs members and supporters to a range of sector resources to guide your career.
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.
Career Opportunities in WA's Defence Industry | The Other Force
Western Australia's defence industry needs skilled workers to meet future industry requirements and prepare for major projects happening now and up to the next 20 years. Defence career opportunities are available across Western Australia’s defence industry in trade, paraprofessional, professional and specialist roles.
$5,000 Women in Defence Industry Scholarship
Women in Defence Industry Scholarship | South Metropolitan TAFE (southmetrotafe.wa.edu.au)
Delivered in partnership with industry, the Women in Defence Industry Scholarship provides six months of free technical engineering and electronics training to prepare you for employment in WA’s booming defence industry.
There are fully-funded scholarship places available for women of all ages and backgrounds who have just finished school, returning to work or seeking a career change.
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.
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