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Career pathways without compromise
How Caitlyn Pengelly progressed into leadership at CleanCo while balancing family, flexibility and ambition in energy.
A fund that gives women the freedom to shape their own path
How VIDA Roads’ Women’s Development Fund empowers women with choice, support and resources to grow their careers.
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5 engineering career myths busted: What early career engineers need to know
Picture the scene: you meet a young woman, and she tells you she’s an engineer. What assumptions do you make? A career in engineering is often seen through a lens of preconceived ideas, especially for women who are about to enter the sector or have just entered it. ...
From vacation student to GM: A golden career, 20 years in the making
How many of us can share that they’ve spent more than two decades with the same company, let alone grown from a student on site to leading operations as a general manager? One leading professional has done exactly that, in a career journey that’s been nothing short of...
Every drop counts: Sydney Water’s journey toward inclusive excellence
Sydney Water understands that a true sense of belonging is the cornerstone of a thriving workplace. Their Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Ecosystem ensures every employee feels valued, respected and connected. By promoting an environment where everyone can...
Launch your career with confidence: 6 ways Stantec has your back
The transition between studying at university and starting your first industry role can be overwhelming. Adjusting from a daily structure of tutorials and lesson plans to an unfamiliar world of meetings and multiple projects is often tricky. But from the classroom to...
Introducing the New WORK180 Employer Profile
We're excited to announce an update to the employer profile pages on WORK180! This refresh is designed to help you better showcase your organisation and connect with candidates who align with your values. What's new? Attract the right talent and showcase your...
Top 5 Australian companies with the best paid time off policies
The importance of genuine paid time off in building a fulfilling career cannot be overstated. It's not just about the number of days; it's about quality—a well-rounded policy that considers your need for rest and rejuvenation. Close your eyes and picture this: a...
Top 5 Australian companies for leadership diversity
The struggle to find employers who not only talk the talk but also walk the walk when it comes to genuine inclusion, especially at the leadership level, is real. We're here to distinguish workplaces that truly embrace diversity, going beyond mere statements and...
Meet the employers setting a new standard for First Nations inclusion
How do we honour the past while building a better future? What bridges do we still need to cross, together, to create lasting change? Reconciliation Week 2025 is approaching at the end of May, and this year the theme is all about looking ahead. ‘Bridging Now to Next’...
A career that makes a real difference: Meet the bank investing its profits in people
From supporting emergency services to developing arts programs, infrastructure projects, and sports facilities, Bendigo Bank is changing the face of banking. Working for Australia’s most trusted bank feels good. It’s banking with a difference: more than A$366 million...