PEAP Defence: The Key to Unlocking Career Opportunities for Defence Partners

Let’s be real: balancing career goals with the unique lifestyle of an Australian Defence Force (ADF) Defence Partner is no small feat. Between relocations, supporting your military member, and managing family responsibilities, it’s easy to feel like your own career aspirations have to take a backseat. But here’s the good news—you don’t have to put your dreams on hold! With $1,500 in Partner Employment Assistance Program (PEAP) funding available, you have an incredible opportunity to invest in your career growth. And that’s exactly where career coaching comes in.

My Military Life Journey: From Defence Partner to Career Coach

I recently joined Beck from Military Life on her podcast, where I shared my journey across two episodes:

Episode 179

Episode 180

Long story short, I’ve been in your shoes. I understand the unique challenges of Defence life—the constant relocations, the uncertainty, and the difficulty of maintaining a career while supporting a partner’s military service. My experience as a Defence partner led me to a career in coaching, where I now help other Defence partners build fulfilling careers that work with their lifestyles, not against them.

Whether you’re reentering the workforce, pivoting to a new role, or exploring career options for the first time in years, career coaching through PEAP Defence funding can help you gain clarity, confidence, and a solid strategy to move forward.

ADF Defence Partner PEAP Funding: More Than Just a Resume Refresh

Many Defence partners assume that employment support for partners means just getting help with a resume. While a polished CV is important, career development goes far beyond that. PEAP Defence funding allows you to access career coaching that is specifically tailored to the Defence lifestyle, ensuring that you’re not just applying for any job—you’re finding meaningful work that aligns with your skills, values, and long-term goals.

Imagine having a career consultant who truly understands the twists and turns of Defence life. Together, we’ll:

✅ Identify your strengths and transferable skills

✅ Define your ideal career path based on your interests and values

✅ Craft compelling resumes and cover letters that make an impact

✅ Develop job search strategies that work with your lifestyle

✅ Prepare for interviews with confidence and clarity

This isn’t about settling—it’s about setting you up for success so that you can build a career that excites and empowers you, regardless of where the next posting takes you.

Tackling Career Gaps with Confidence

One of the biggest concerns I hear from Defence partners is about career gaps. Maybe you’ve spent years managing a household, raising children, or volunteering in your community. Perhaps frequent relocations have made it difficult to hold down a long-term role.

Here’s the truth: career gaps are not a weakness. They are proof of your adaptability, problem-solving skills, and ability to manage multiple responsibilities under pressure. Employers value these qualities—but only if you know how to present them effectively.

As your employment coach, I’ll help you:

🔹 Reframe career gaps as strengths in your resume and interviews

🔹 Identify hidden skills gained through Defence life (adaptability, leadership, organisation)

🔹 Build confidence in explaining your career journey to potential employers

By the end of our ADF career coaching sessions, you’ll see your experience in a new light—one that showcases your unique value in the workforce.

Turning Defence Partners Career Dreams into Reality using PEAP

PEAP Defence funding gives you the freedom to think big. Maybe you’re ready to reenter the workforce but don’t know where to start. Perhaps you’re considering a career change but feel uncertain about your options. Or maybe you just want a job that fits around your Defence lifestyle without compromising your personal goals. Maybe you just want a coach to support you in making that next step in your career.

Career coaching for adults provides a structured, supportive environment to explore your possibilities and create a clear action plan. Through tailored exercises and one-on-one coaching sessions, we’ll dive deep into what you truly want from your career and create a roadmap to get you there. Whether that means:

📌 Exploring new career fields and industries

📌 Identifying upskilling or training opportunities

📌 Building a flexible career that moves with you

📌 Learning effective networking and job search strategies

📌 Preparing for job interviews with confidence

My goal is to ensure that you step into each application and interview with certainty, knowing that your next career step is not just a job—it’s a fulfilling opportunity that aligns with your skills and lifestyle.

Your Career, Your Way—Starting Now

You deserve a career that supports and excites you—one that fits your life as a Defence Partner and celebrates all the personal and professional skills you bring to the table. And with $1,500 in PEAP funding available each financial year, you’ve got real support behind you to make it happen.

Whether you’re returning to work, changing direction, or just want to feel more confident in your job search, career coaching can give you the clarity, tools, and backing you need.

Ready to back yourself?

If this blog has got you ready to jump in and start prioritising you (finally!), then here’s your next step...

My Love What You Do masterclass was created specifically for ADF Defence Partners—because navigating career choices, constant relocations, and job search stress is a lot, and you shouldn’t have to figure it out alone.

💬 If you’ve ever thought “maybe later” or “what’s the point with another posting coming up?”—this is your sign that the time is now.

The point, my friend, is that you deserve a career that fits you—your lifestyle, your goals, and all the incredible personal and professional strengths you’ve gained through Defence life. You matter. And I’m your cheerleader in this process, every step of the way. 💙

✨ In this free session, you’ll learn:

• How to use your $1,500 PEAP funding for personalised career coaching and support

• Why it’s more than just resumes—it’s about clarity, confidence, and career direction

• How to navigate your job search around Defence life without settling

👉 Save your spot now – or if you missed the live session, no stress! You can still download the replay and watch it when it works for you.

You’re not behind. You’re right on time. And your career deserves this.

Let’s do it together—with the  someone that actually gets Defence Partners and Military Life.