OSB Flashcards
What is the DEFENCE WHITE PAPER 2016
A document representing the government’s commitment to the safety of Australia and its people, aiming to keep nation safe and protect our way of life.
It sets out a comprehensive, responsible long term plan for Australia’s defence
Outlines the governments plan to enhance defence capability, deepen international security partnerships, collaborate with the defence industry and science technology research partners.
Who is the MINISTER OF DEFENCE
Richard Marles
Who is the CHIEF OF DEFENCE FORCE
Angus Campbell
Who is the CHIEF OF ARMY
Lt Gen Simon Sturat
What is the OFFICER SELECTION BOARD
Assessment which aids in identifying suitable applicants
Tests competitiveness for vacancies
Suitability is based on leadership, teamwork and individual abilities
Performed in front of the president of DF, specialist officer and psychologist
Comprised of written exam, oral presentation, group exercise, interview and practical
What is your PERIOD OF SERVICE
Length of degree +1 year
(7 Years)
Outline MILITARY TRAINING
4 Years at ADFA:
- first 6 weeks intro to defence life culminating in CDF parade)
- (6 hours P/W allocated for military training including Academy Military Education and Training (AMET) and single service training (SST) SST blocks at the start and end of the year including 5 weeks at OTS.
- In AMET you learn Defence strategies Psychology and leadership Drug and alcohol awareness Military law Physical and recreational training Military drill and ceremonial training Weapons training Field training Character development English and military communications and Study skills.
Outline EMPLOYMENT TRAINING
30 days at RAAF SALTS WAGGA
- receive the tools and advice necessary to embark upon your journey as a junior Logistics Manager
- learn: Logistics in defence, inventory and account management, finance and procurement, warehousing and distribution, operational logistics course includes a road trip where you meet fellow logos/industry workers
What are the RAAF VALUES
Service
Courage
Respect
Integrity
Excellence
What is the DF DISCIPLINE ACT (1982)
Civilian law + military law
Follow all commands given at any time which could invole risk
Offences military in nature or civil in a military environment
Prosecuted in military discipline system
Maintain command and operational effectiventess
What is the MILITARY DISCIPLINE SYSTEM
Discipline officer scheme - lowest level, commanders deal with minor offences in a simple, quick and fair manner
Summary authorities - more serious offences, delt with by commanding officers and officers appointed as superior summary authorities
Magistrate and courts marital proceedings - highest level, provides automatic review of summary authority proceedings by reviewing authority. May have rights of appeal to DF Discipline Appeal Tribunal, Federal Court or High Court of Australia.
What is OPERATIONAL SERVICE
Possibility of deploying to or near war zones (if hostilities)
Engage in direct action against an enemy force
Deploy to unstable areas where risk of violence is high (peacetime)
Engage in offensive or defensive action for protection of self and others
Major exercises
Search and rescue
Natural disaster relief
Why join the ADF
Why join the RAAF
RAAF logistics being different from the army and navy, seems to be more longer planning and more strategic.
Technologically advanced force, I have an interest in the cutting edge of technology and being able to implement it.
Benefits of appointment
Pride of being able to serve
Sense of family
Do what you love for a living
Train to reach full potential
Travel
Equal opportunities
Active
Medical and dental
Accommodation
Why be an OFFICER
Greater opportunities
Be able to lead
Sense of challenge
ROLE and RESPONSIBILITY of officer
Leader - take control of situations, command people and resources
Training and mentoring
Coordinating
Formulate strategies
Lead operations
Current in service RIFLE
F88 STEYR
Calibre: 5.56mm x 45mm NATO rounds
Weight: 4.8 kg
Length: 790 mm
Rate: 680 - 850 rpm
Easy maintenance
When have you worked in a TEAM ENVIRONMENT
Cadets
Karting
School
Helping with school hikes
Snowy Hike
Target
What are the pre-enlistment FITNESS requirements
20 push ups, 6.1 beep test
What is my TRAINING
Gym
Soccer
Karting
Drug Policy
Zero tolerance for non-medical use
Misuse of prescribes and non prescribed drugs is not permitted
Personnel may be required to provide urine specimen for urinalysis
POSITIVES of joining the RAAF
Opportunity
Structure
Develop a variety of skills
Lifestyle and career
Sense of family
Fitness
Pride
NEGATIVES of joining the RAAF
Reduced flexibility
Miss family and events
Move often - reduced roots
Qualities of a GOOD LEADER
Adaptable
Take risks
Believe in yourself
Good communication
Make hard choices
Self-sacrifice
Show respect
Show empathy
Know the team
Clear focus
Push people to be their best
Recognise achievements of team
Qualities of a GOOD MANAGER
Good management skills
Coaching
Seek response and feedback
Resolve conflicts
Delegate
Raise moral
Clear
Plans
Engage
Communicate
Describe LEADERSHIP
Member of the team
Possesses control
Strives to motivate and inspire
Lead by example
Create and share a vision
Leaders have people who follow them
Describe MANAGEMENT
Controls team
Isn’t necessarily a part of the team
Creates goals
Can manage from afar
Managers have people who work for them
Whats the DIFFERENCE between leadership and management
Leaders have people follow them, managers have people who work for them
POSITIVE aspects of being a leader
Create vision
Create culture
Bring energy and passion
Lead by example
Opportunities
Respect
NEGATIVE aspects of being a leader
Responsibility
Stress
Can’t control all
Isolation
What are the types of LEADERSHIP STYLES
Autocratic
Laissez-faire
Democratic
Bureaucratic
Transformational
Transactional
Charismatic
Situational
Visionary
Facilitative
Team
Strategic
Transformational leadership
Often considered most desirable
Inspire through effective communication and creating an environment of intellectual stimulation
Motivate others to do more than originally intended and thought possible - raise one another to higher levels of morality and motivation
Set more challenging expectations and typically achieve higher performance
Statistically have more committed and satisfied followers
Transactional leadership
Focus on group organisation, establishing clear chain of command and using reward and punishment approach
Leaders offer an exchange - reward good, punish bad
+ good for short term
- employees unlikely to reach full creative potential