APS Census results
Last updated:22 November 2024
APS Employee Census results
The Australian Public Service (APS) Employee Census is an annual survey conducted across the APS, designed to collect feedback from all staff on our workplaces. Between May and June 2024, 82% of our people responded to the Census.
Geoscience Australia is committed to listening to and valuing all voices in our organisation and are proud to make our 2024 Employee Census results and Action Plan publicly available.
Our results
Our Employee Census results demonstrate our commitment to fostering a supportive and diverse workplace and that our people are proud of the work we do.
Here is what our people say about working for Geoscience Australia
| Question | Geoscience Australia | APS |
|---|---|---|
| I am confident that if I requested a flexible work arrangement, my request would be given reasonable consideration | 92% | 83% |
| My agency supports and actively promotes an inclusive workplace culture | 88% | 81% |
| I am proud to work in my agency | 84% | 78% |
| I would recommend my agency as a good place to work | 82% | 71% |
See how we compare in other areas:
- Geoscience Australia APS Employee Census Results 2024 ([PDF 1.4 MB] and [XLSX 48.1 KB])
Action plans
We are committed to listening and amplifying our people’s voice through the census and this feedback informs our strategies and policies to ensure we remain both a world-class science organisation and a great place to work. Explore how our results are addressed:
- Geoscience Australia APS Employee Census Action Plan 2024 [PDF 129.4 KB]
- Geoscience Australia’s completed APS Employee Census Action Plan 2023 [PDF 140.3 KB]
Are you interested in joining Geoscience Australia?
Geoscience Australia is committed to providing our people with a workplace culture that truly values and promotes diversity, inclusion, equity, and belonging. Testament to this work, our agency has received three SAGE Cygnet Awards to commend our action on workplace inclusion.
While we know there’s more work to do, we are proud of our progress to date in this space and will continue to promote an inclusive work environment that supports our people to deliver on our strategic priorities and deliver value for the nation. Learn more about working with us and the benefits available to our people.
Explore the exciting opportunities we currently have available on our vacancies and temporary register page.