SA Water
What we did
Research and consultation, together with SA Water, to identify opportunities to attract and retain women in field-based roles within the organisation.
What we recommended
Improvements to field-based job advertising, updates to safety practices, investment in accessible facilities at priority locations, education for staff on inclusive workplace behaviours and development of a buddy system that connects women across the organisation.
Outcomes / Impact
A report with 8 priority recommendations was endorsed by SA Water’s senior leaders and shared with accountable teams to action. In the first instance, this helped start conversations and draw attention to the barriers and opportunities women in field-based roles experience, as well as what can be done to address these challenges.
Some of the recommendations have been or are in the process of being implemented, such as changes to role recruitment and advertising, and improving the focus on career development opportunities for women in field-based roles.
