Ensuring our people continue to thrive in safe, healthy and supportive work environments now and into the future
At Port Authority, we are fostering a culture where our core values of care, accountability, integrity collaboration and safety are embraced by all employees. We value and respect individual differences where everyone can reach their full potential and strive for excellence.
Safety is at the heart of our purpose. Whether in the office, on site undertaking inspections or works, or out on the water ensuring our ports remain safe, efficient and open to the world, the safety of our people is always our top priority.
We are committed to upholding the highest standards of corporate governance, building an ethical, transparent and accountable environment that considers and respects the interests of all our stakeholders.
2024/25 highlights
- Delivery of our new pilot vessel with self-righting capability – improving safety by minimising capsize scenarios through vessel design
- Launch of our ‘Speak Up’ platform – to support psychosocial safety and workplace integrity
- Psychosocial safety training for leaders – as part of our commitment to fostering a psychologically safe and inclusive workplace
- Improved facilities and procedures to support women’s wellbeing – upgrade to female locker rooms at Port Botany; new guidelines to support pregnant employees
- Leadership Development Framework – launch of our Leadership Toolkit; continued rollout of leadership development, focused on team leaders and emerging leaders
- Delivery of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion training – embedding DEI principles into our workplace, culture and practices
- Established two female traineeship programs – as part of our commitment to increasing gender diversity in the maritime sector
- Recognised as an Inclusive Employer 2024-25 – by Diversity Council Australia