Public release for 2023 Health Employee Census Results

Department of Health

The annual Australian Public Service (APS) employee census was conducted from 8 May to 9 June 2023.

We have published the highlights report of what the 74% of Health staff who participated said.

The report shows that we have maintained our positive results from 2022 and highlight:

  • strong staff engagement and organisational commitment
  • effective leadership
  • an environment that promotes an inclusive workplace.

Over the coming year, we will continue to build on our strong leadership and positive culture. We are focusing on:

  • continuing to improve tools, technology and processes to reduce productivity barriers
  • communication and change management
  • enabling innovation.

Read the Action Plan to see how we are taking action to improve on our working environment.

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