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Discover WORK180’s #1 company for career development
Think job security and career progression can’t also mean exciting projects that make a difference? At CitiPower Powercor, you can have it all.
Stronger together: How Bendigo Bank prioritizes their teams, community & beyond
Discover how Bendigo Bank empowers employees like Emily Chapman to thrive while supporting First Nations communities and investing over $320 million in local projects.
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From early passion to fulfilled tech career: How one leader found her way back to her purpose
We can all probably pinpoint a memory from our childhood or early school days of feeling a connection to a particular subject - that little spark that lets us know we’re onto a good thing. For Caroline Carabott, that spark was for tech drawing. Unfortunately, at the...
Trailblazing at CitiPower Powercor: Natalie Bakas on Career Futureproofing
Natalie Bakas started her career at CitiPower Powercor twenty years ago in their engineering graduate program. Now, as Manager of Urban Programs, she heads up the team responsible for designing and delivering electricity across Melbourne CBD and surrounds. “It’s very...
Can you land a new job while on parental leave? One woman’s journey
Finding a new role can be difficult at the best of times, but perhaps even more so when you’re pregnant or on parental leave. But with the right company, team, and support, it doesn’t have to be. Growing into a new role and parenthood simultaneously can be an...
Podcast episode: Engaging men in workplace gender equity
About the episode Delve into the insights shared in WORK180's actionable guide, Bridging Gaps Together: Insights and Actions for Engaging Men in Workplace Gender Equity.Part one: Understanding why some men are "against" gender equity Part two: Exploring the hidden...
Workplace harassment in the UK: What the new Positive Duty laws mean for organizations
More and more companies are waking up to the fact that issues like sexual harassment, bullying, and discrimination aren’t just moral or legal headaches—they’re real business risks. These problems can tank a company’s reputation, kill productivity, and make attracting...
Why ‘nice’ leaders finish last, but kind leaders triumph!
Endorsed Employers: Multiplex | NFP | Pacific National | Philip Morris International UK | Powerlink Queensland | Thales Australia When we think about ‘kindness,’ we might consider how we treat our friends, spouses, and children. We might also consider how we treat our...
What the new Positive Duty laws mean for workplace sexual harassment
More and more companies are waking up to the fact that issues like sexual harassment, bullying, and discrimination aren’t just moral or legal headaches—they’re real business risks. These problems can tank a company’s reputation, kill productivity, and make attracting...
5 simple steps male allies can take to support women at work
When a colleague spoke to him about gender equality and his biased language use, Ray Munday immediately took action for his team. Ray Munday, Senior Manager of Vehicle Evaluations and Regulations at Toyota, has always supported gender equality, inclusion, and...
How to create a sustainable career future (personally and professionally!)
One of the most rewarding aspects of working in the renewables sector is the sense of purpose it brings. Every day, you’re contributing to a healthier planet and brighter future for communities worldwide. Whether you’re driving sustainable change or directly...