Continuing your service as a Contingent Workforce member

Information on this page is directed towards currently serving members who may not have access to the Defence Protected Network.

Overview

Service Category (SERCAT) 2 and 3 members are supported by the Directorate of Contingent Workforce Management - Army (DCWM-A) so that they may continue to serve. DCWM-A facilitates transitions to enable Army members to render service in SERCATs 3, 5 and 7. Service may include working under an AE959 (previously DA26) contract, SERVOP C, a transfer between trades or corps within Army, or between the services.

Further information on the Service Categories and what they provide from a benefits and responsibility perspective can be found on the Total Workforce System (TWS) page.

SERCAT 3 and 2 (Contingent Workforce)

SERCAT 3

SERCAT 3 are Contingent Workforce members who are available for voluntary service, or are rendering service through providing skills to a specific Expression of Interest (EOI). SERCAT 3 provides you flexibility in how you continue to serve. When a member transfers to SERCAT 3, they will receive Expressions of Interest via email for roles they are eligible to apply for.

Unit Affiliation is a flexible work option under SERCAT 3 that allows Forces Command personnel to remain connected with their current unit or unit of choice, providing part-time service around their individual needs. Forces Command Unit Affiliation does not replace the extant Service Spectrum options that are available to members who no longer wish to render full-time service; however, it does provide an additional individual work choice where Forces Command members can seek to remain affiliated to their previous unit or an alternate unit.

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SERCAT 2

Accessing employment opportunities for SERCAT 3 and 2 members

Registering with ForceNet gives members access to view Army and Defence flexible employment opportunities. Members need to join the primary ForceNet group and then their regional DCWM-A ForceNet groups to be kept updated on news applicable to SERCAT 3 and 2. Regional ForceNet sites are listed below:

Frequently asked questions

I don’t have access to the DPN, how can I update my contact details?

Send an email containing updated personal contact details to Contingentworkforce.army@defence.gov.au

How can I commence work as a SERCAT 3 member?

SERCAT 3 members can be employed on an AE959 (previously DA26) contract. The unit seeking to employ you will complete the AE959 paperwork and seek approval for you to commence work.

Can I claim the Health Support Allowance (HSA)?

The introduction of the Defence Regulation 2016 enables SERCAT 3 members that have completed the minimum 20 days of effective service during the financial year to apply for the Health Support Allowance.

To apply simply contact the unit currently employing you on an AE959 (previously DA26), or if your contract has ceased Contingentworkforce.army@defence.gov.au for the application form.

Where can I get a copy of my ADO Service Record?

Send your request to Contingentworkforce.army@defence.gov.au

How do I access my personal records?

Send an email to Contingentworkforce.army@defence.gov.au requesting your records.

Visit the Accessing Defence Information page for more information on how to access other types of service records.

I want to transfer to another SERCAT within Army or between the services, where can I get this information and how do I initiate an application?

Access the application forms on the DCWM-A ForceNet page under the files tab or email Contingentworkforce.army@defence.gov.au with your request.

If the answer to your questions is not listed here send your enquiry to Contingentworkforce.army@defence.gov.au.