The APS Employee Census is an annual survey which is used to collect confidential responses from APS employees on issues in the workplace.
Detailed results for the 2025 Census are available as a pdf document and an Excel spreadsheet.
The Census is an opportunity for APS employees to share their experiences of working in the APS. The NPG gains insights from the results and is committed to taking action to improve on our working environment. The NPG has developed three key priorities for the next 12 months. These areas will be tracked with a mid year review.
What we are doing well
Engagement - Employees are proud to work at the agency, feel strongly committed to its goals and purpose, actively suggest improvements, and would recommend it as a great place to work.
Employee Wellbeing - Employees report high satisfaction levels of the Gallery wellbeing program, supported by strong agency policies, clear communication of health benefits, proactive promotion of wellbeing activities, caring supervisors, respectful colleagues and an inclusive workplace culture.
Areas where we could be doing more
Communication and Change - Consistent and effective communication frameworks and change management processes are elevated across the gallery.
Senior Leadership - Our senior leaders set a clear direction, foster collaboration, and create an environment where people feel supported, inspired, and empowered to deliver their best.
Enabling Innovation - We cultivate a forward-thinking culture where creativity is encouraged, ideas are valued, and employees are empowered to innovate, take risks, and continuously improve how we work!
How we are committing to action
1. Communication and change
- Provide opportunities for staff input during change processes to improve transparency and trust.
- Review and embed internal communications framework through an internal working group led by champions from all levels.
2. Senior Leadership
- Senior leaders actively promote continuous improvement through cooperation across teams and agencies, enhancing strategic alignment and shared outcomes.
- Build leadership capability throughout the organisation.
3. Enabling Innovation
- Foster an inclusive environment for creativity and collaboration by encouraginginput at all levels.
- Celebrate and acknowledge staff who bring forward innovative ideas, fostering a culture where creativity is valued and rewarded.
