Publication:Sea Talk Spring 2006/Reserves column
By CAPT Joe Lukaitis
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This edition of SeaTalk is delivered to you with a new Naval Reserve Handy Billy. This is an information booklet published for Reservists as part of the Naval Reserve Capability Enhancement Program (NRCEP). It will also be of use to those who work with and employ Reservists and PN members who are about to transfer to the Reserve.
The Handy Billy is designed to make it easier to quickly access information about Reserve service and opportunities. In particular it contains detailed information about the new positions which have been stood up since July 1 under the NRCEP.
NRCEP update
Implementation of the Capability Enhancement Program is now well under way. A total of 84 new FRC positions have been stood up since July 1 with arrangements for a further 15 to 20 to be soon created in the Patrol Boat Force Element Group (FEG). Positions are being widely advertised and some initial postings have now been completed.
The next phase of recruiting for the NRCEP will be the posting of some 9,000 plus letters to every Active and Standby Reservist. Your letter is in the mail!
The implementation of this major program is a combined effort within Navy and the Naval Reserve by DGNPT, DGRES-N and DGNCPP staff.
Continuous Full Time Service opportunities
Have you thought about undertaking a period of continuous full time service (CFTS)? Navy is seeking a greater Reserve input from Reservists who can provide extended periods of service.
You will find an increasing number of positions becoming available across all ranks and categories around Australia both at sea and ashore. CFTS is undertaken on an individual contract basis and terms and length of service can be individually negotiated with DNOP/DSCM staff.
Contact details can be found in the NR Handy Billy or through your local RRP manager.
The RANR Professional Studies Program
CMDR James McCormack has taken the helm as Deputy Director Professional Studies and has assumed responsibility for developing the Program while CMDR David Goble is on CFTS. CMDR McCormack is presently assisted by LCDR Blair Ussher and DNRS-Tas CMDR David Tomat.
LCDR Ussher is the new editor of the Goorangi papers published by the program whilst CMDR Tomat has carriage of the Matthew Davey overseas study grant.
The program has a full calendar of activities and publications underway for FY07.
