Inclusion
Creating an inclusive workplace
Genuine human connection is what allows us to foster an environment where everyone experiences inclusion. One that allows each individual to bring their whole selves to work.
We aim to create a respectful and inclusive workplace that recognises the unique contributions and perspectives of our employees, working together to deliver extraordinary results.
Meet Matt Ebbage — a Butchulla man from K’gari, also known as the Fraser Coast.
Matt is a Project Manager at Aurizon and a member of our Indigenous Reference Group.
Hear Matt’s story and learn more about his role and how the Indigenous Reference Group is guiding and delivering Aurizon’s Reconciliation Action Plan.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
We have a proud history of employing and doing business with First Nations people.
Approximately 6.7% of our employees are First Nations people. Through our Reconciliation Plan, we are committed to building and sustaining authentic relationships with local Indigenous Australian communities.
Our Indigenous Reference Group is made up of minimum 50% First Nations people and helps drive the delivery of our Reconciliation Action Plan. Our partnership with CareerTrackers also gives us an opportunity to help develop the next generation of First Nations leaders at Aurizon.
Gender balance
We are committed to having a workforce that is reflective of the communities in which we operate and one that is balanced when it comes to gender representation.
The Gender Balance Reference Group is designed to play a key role in championing gender balance solutions, including increasing female participation and addressing Gender Pay Gap.
Over the years we have continued to increase our female representation, which currently sits at 23%. We are proud affiliates of Work180 and NAWO (National Association of Women in Operations).
LGBTQIA+
At Aurizon we want everyone to feel comfortable bringing their whole self to work.
Our employee-led ALLin Network supports Aurizon's Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersex and Queer (LGBTQIA+) inclusion both at work and in the communities where we operate.
We are members of Pride in Diversity and have sponsored different LGBTQIA+ local groups and charities who deliver great outcomes in communities across Australia via the Aurizon Community Giving Fund.
Reconciliation Action Plan (2022-2025)
At Aurizon, we recognise and value the opportunity we have to help continue undertaking meaningful action to help achieve reconciliation in Australia. Our commitment to progressing reconciliation is outlined in our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP).
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Shared Care
‘Shared Care’ provides greater choice for families considering childcare options for their child in the first year, where at least one partner works for Aurizon.
The initiative provides a financial incentive for a partner to take a leave of absence to stay at home and care for their child in their first year, allowing the mother to return to work full-time.
