Serco : Australia signs Memorandum of Understanding with Defence

Serco Australia has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Australian Defence Force (ADF), in support of reservists across all of its Australian operations.

Rear Admiral Bruce Kafer, Head Reserve and Youth Division, said the purpose of the MOU was to formalise the relationship between Serco and the ADF, and to further develop a mutual understanding and agree on terms for the employment of personnel who are members of both organisations.

'Reservists bring valuable life skills back to their civilian workplaces,' Rear Admiral Kafer said.

'Reservists are highly disciplined team players with a 'can-do' work ethic and the confidence to accept responsibilities.

'The experience and expertise they gain from their Defence service also helps in their civilian environment to shape them as better employees.'

The signing of the MOU took place in Canberra; the signatories were Serco Australia CEO Mark Irwin, and Rear Admiral Bruce Kafer.

'At Serco, we have the utmost respect for the men and women of our armed forces and we are committed to supporting them. We are proud to have served the ADF for more than 15 years and take our corporate responsibility very seriously,' Mark Irwin said.

'This MOU recognises our employees who contribute to the ADF and makes it easier for them to continue the great job they are doing.'

Media Contacts:
Defence Media (02) 6127 1999, media@defence.gov.au
Serco Media Tim Evans, +61 409 389 358, (02) 9409 8700, media@serco-ap.com.au