SADILP is a targeted, action based professional development program over eight months for selected senior company management. It combines:
Professional development occurs with participants from every sector of industry, discovering new perspectives on their chosen field, while developing invaluable, long lasting professional relationships.
Participants are required to complete carefully conceived and comprehensive Concept Papers that not only validate learning throughout the program, but also contribute to the ongoing development of the State’s future defence and wider industry intellectual infrastructure. Respected sector representatives advise participants on concepts for presentation to a senior Government and industry panel at the close of the program.
Chief Executives from Defence Industry reached a consensus that a succession plan for current leaders was required to capture and disseminate the extensive knowledge held within the industry. Defence Teaming Centre member companies also identified a clear need to have a process that would assist them in overcoming barriers to contracting within Defence and broader sectors. SADILP equips emerging leaders with the necessary skills in communication and negotiation to do so.
His Excellency Rear Admiral Kevin Scarce AC CSC RANR Governor of South Australia is the SADILP Patron.
One of the significant benefits of the SADILP is the industry-wide participation, which brings a diverse range of individuals together who work at various levels within their organisations from across Defence and other 'connected' industry sectors. The 2010 to 2012 participants unanimously attributed the broad industry base as being of exceptional value in terms of personal learning, development and relationship building, including those who had previously undertaken in-house leadership programs.
How is SADILP funded?
The SADILP was born out of the Defence Industry Workforce Action Plan (DIWAP) consultation process. Through strategic planning and consultation with key industry executives, the need for a state level leadership program was identified. The project is partially funded through the South Australian Government Department of Further Education, Employment, Science and Technology (DFEEST).
The program offers an accreditation pathway to an AQTF Advanced Diploma of Management Qualification. This is designed to support major structural reform within industry in Australia and the on-going career progression of individuals who participate in the program
Cost of SADILP?
The cost of the program is $10,000, although, with the DFEEST subsidy, which is based on participants undertaking the AQTF Accreditation, companies pay only $5,000.
How can you get involved in the SADILP?
The SADILP enables professional and personal development related specifically to South Australian defence and broader industry and defence support requirements.
Nominations are required by no later than 28th February for the 2013 SADILP program, which commences in April 2013, targeting 25 participants. This process is contestable and successful participants will be notified by 19th March 2013. Successful applicants will be those who present a strong case for individual and industry benefit. A joint independent panel will choose participants. To apply please use the Call for Nominations form or for further information please contact Gordon Edwards on 0438 936665 or gedwards@heavypoint.com.au, or at the Defence Teaming Centre, contact Kerryn Smith: kerryn.smith@dtc.org.au (or Kendall Willis: kendall.willis@dtc.org.au)
SADILP 2012
The SADILP in 2012 resulted in 23 graduates on Wednesday 21 November, with concept paper presentation and graduation ceremony taking place at the Naval, Military and Air Force Club.
The following concept paper topics were presented by the SADILP 2012 participants:
Group 1:
"The Global Supply Chain concept – A South Australian Small Medium Enterprise Perspective"
Download Group 1 Concept Paper
Group 2:
"How can the State Government and the State’s defence industry improve strategic workforce development and skilling to the defence industry’s advantage?"
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Group 3:
"A sustainable Leadership Model for the South Australian Defence Industry"
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Group 4:
"Discuss what options and measures are available to the South Australian State Government to address the impacts of the latest Commonwealth Government budget on the State’s Defence Industry. Recommend a preferred suite of actions"
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Group 5:
"The future submarine project is undergoing significant review in terms of acquisition options, especially after the latest budget. Discuss the options and recommend a preferred acquisition process that optimises benefit to Australian, and in particular South Australian, Defence industry, while maximising Australia’s national ‘economic benefit.’”
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SADILP 2011
The SADILP in 2011 resulted in 29 graduates on Wednesday 9 November, with concept paper presentation and graduation ceremony taking place at the Naval, Military and Air Force Club.
The following concept paper topics were presented by the SADILP 2011 participants:
Group 1:
"Defence Industry Sustainability – Implications to SA Defence Industry in Relation to Commercial Off the Shelf (COTS), Military off the Shelf (MOTS) and Indigenous Development"
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Group 2:
"Skill and workforce development are a social issue. What part can SA Defence Industry play in developing the State’s workforce into the future, while satisfying its own commercial and resource requirements?"
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Group 3:
"SMEs and the Export Market"
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Group 4:
“State Government Support for South Australian Defence Industry: An Industry Perspective"
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Group 5:
"What is Defence Industry leadership and how can engagement and collaboration of current and future industry leaders strengthen SA’s position as the Defence State?"
Download Group 5 Concept Paper
SADILP 2010
The SADILP in 2010 resulted in 18 graduates of the inaugural program on Wednesday 8th December, with concept paper presentation and graduation ceremony taking place at the Intercontinental Adelaide.
The following concept paper topics were presented by the SADILP 2010 participants:
Group 1:
"Workforce planning and development is fundamental to the strategic leadership of Defence Industry in South Australia and yet is constrained by political as well as commercial imperatives"
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Group 2:
"A pathway that maximises the involvement and return for Small to Medium Enterprises (SME) in South Australia from Future Shipbuilding Projects including New Submarine"
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Group 3:
"Successful and profitable acquisition programs rely on an effective Defence Industry Policy"
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Group 4:
“Teaming provides increasing opportunity for local and international supply chain endeavours for South Australia’s Defence Sector"
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Group 5:
"A Joint and Combined Military Training Capability in South Australia"
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Field trips are another method used during the SADILP to further enhance the learning. In 2010 we did a paintball exercise followed by an overnight stay in a secret location.