At Port Authority, you will find an organisation that values diversity and inclusion and works hard to put those values into practice.
Together, we are building a culture where these values are shared by all employees; where differences are valued and accepted; and where employees are able to achieve their potential and strive for excellence.
Our Employee Diversity and Inclusion Policy sets out our commitment to diversity and inclusion and reinforces our values to all of our employees. It is led by three guiding principles:
We value diversity and inclusion
Port Authority puts high value on having a diverse and inclusive working environment. We recognise the benefits that diversity brings to our organisation and the different ideas, knowledge, experience and perspectives that individuals bring with them.
We recruit, develop and promote with diversity in mind
When we recruit, develop and promote employees, it is always based on merit, capability and equal opportunity.
We adhere to the overarching principle that we always select and promote the best person for the job and coach staff to eliminate conscious or unconscious bias from our practices and processes.
We measure and monitor our diversity progress
We don’t just value diversity and inclusion, we actively measure and monitor it (including equal pay) to help us make sure our values are being adhered to across the organisation.
Our Employee Reference Groups
Our Employee Reference Groups (ERGs) have made significant contributions to our progress in becoming a more diverse and inclusive employer.
The LGBTQ+ ERG purpose is to foster an inclusive and supportive work environment where employees of all sexual orientations and gender identities feel valued and empowered. Through educational opportunities, events and safe spaces, we aim to foster a workplace where every employee can bring their authentic self to work.
The Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander ERG purpose is to help create awareness and promote events, activities and initiatives that celebrate Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander employees feel valued, supported and empowered. We aim to assist the organisation continually improve its practices and create a more supportive and inclusive work environment.
The Gender ERG purpose is to raise awareness, support initiatives and recommend policy change as required to cultivate inclusivity and achieve improved outcomes for all diverse gender needs across Port Authority’s operational and management functions.
The Carers and Disability ERG purpose is to provide support and foster recognition, awareness and acceptance of Carers and Persons with a Disability at Port Authority.
Anyone can become a carer or experience disability, at any time
The Cultural, Linguistic and Age ERG purpose is to increase employee awareness and appreciation of the cultural, linguistic and age diversity that exists within our workplace, our customer base and our community. We believe that our differences and unique perspectives can make us stronger and more accomplished. Above all, we would like everyone to feel like they can come to work as themselves and be happy in their work environment.
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