The Support Force mission is to deliver shore-based resources to help meet Navy goals. This includes maritime support such as vessels and services.
Delivery is through the following key roles:
- command of Support Force Executive (Headquarters), Defence Marine Support Services Group, Personnel Support Unit Australia (PSU), Naval Establishments and Regional Navy Headquarters (NHQ)
- planning, provision, assurance and reporting of Support Force capability (including workforce, infrastructure, garrison support, airfield and port operations) in support of fleet delivery of current capability
- provision of a structured return-to-work pathway, through PSUs, for Navy personnel with multifaceted personal issues and personnel temporarily landed from HMA ships
- oversight and assurance of workplace health and safety and environmental legislation compliance in naval establishments and regional NHQs.