Queensland Government

Queensland public servants – get ready to make your opinion count! The Working for Queensland survey opens on 26 August and is instrumental in helping drive positive chance across the Queensland public sector. The information you provide in the survey will help us understand your day-to-day employee experiences and the ways in which we can make it better. If your organisation is one of the 63 participating organisations, keep an eye out for an email on 26 August with your agency-specific link to the survey. The annual Working for Queensland survey is developed by the Queensland Public Sector Commission for the Queensland public sector. Find out more about the Working for Queensland survey and the results from the previous years: https://ow.ly/c7ZW50T1HYr #BeHere4Qld #WorkingforQueensland #MakeYourOpinionCount

Child Safety Officers (CSOs) are the heroes working tirelessly every day to protect and uplift the lives of vulnerable children and young people across Queensland. Their role is challenging but immensely rewarding as they stand on the frontline of our child protection system. CSOs are there to support families during their toughest times, often describing their work as a privilege, knowing they can positively impact life trajectories. Join us in celebrating the phenomenal work of our Child Safety Officers by reading their case study in our State of the sector report 2024: https://ow.ly/qeMK50T1I10 If you want to join our incredible child safety officers why not check out the range of jobs currently advertised in child safety: https://ow.ly/EkRn50T1I11 #BeHere4Qld #BeTheDifference

There are so many benefits of having a growth mindset – from the ability to take on difficult challenges, to developing the tenacity and perseverance needed to succeed. If you are a Queensland public servant join us this Thursday 22 August for the NeuroLeadership Institute's virtual masterclass on adopting a growth mindset by valuing progress, experimenting and learning from others. Don’t miss the opportunity to learn how to shift your mindset and patterns to growth-oriented thinking. The masterclass will also teach you how subtle changes in your interactions can significantly improve your own and your team’s performance. Find out more and register now: https://ow.ly/hNBz50T1I3g #BeHere4Qld #BeChallenged

It’s National Science week! This week is an annual celebration of science and technology taking place from 10 August to 18 August this year.     Science is critical to Queensland’s economy, driving innovation in key industries such as agriculture, health and energy. It also improves our lifestyle through technological advancements, medical breakthroughs and policy development.    This week provides us with an opportunity to acknowledge our incredible Australian scientists’ contribution to the world of knowledge. It also aims to encourage an interest in science pursuits among our younger people, driving fascination for the world we live in.    In the lead-up to this week, the Future Queensland Science Strategy 2024-2029 has been released which will support the state’s economic growth, provide for new industry and create jobs: https://lnkd.in/gxmvDjxS     There are also a range of events and activities throughout Queensland this month with something for everyone: https://lnkd.in/ge5TmvZ6  Want to learn more about the hundreds of jobs available in science at the Queensland Government? Visit our SmartJobs website: https://lnkd.in/g223mHTR   Find out more about National Science Week: https://lnkd.in/gwDVU2q.     #BeHere4Qld #BeTheDifference  

Our colleagues at the Department of Environment, Science and Innovation are ensuring the areas in Queensland damaged due to storms are clear and safe. Kudos to the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) Rangers and RoadTek for all their work in cleaning up extensive storm damage in the Glass House Mountains National Parks area. 👏 This is just an example of the thousands of diverse jobs you can do with the Queensland Government. Want to start your career with us? Check out the 36 jobs currently advertised with the Department of Environment, Science and Innovation: https://lnkd.in/dTd9VKEJ #BeHere4Qld #BeTheDifference

The Department of Agriculture and Fisheries (Queensland) are leading the charge in defeating the Red Imported Fire Ants in Australia through the National Fire Ant Eradication Program (NFAEP).   The program’s eradication strategy is data driven, using intelligence and insights from the department’s data analysts. The eradication strategy consists of containment, treatment, and surveillance activities across vast areas of southeast Queensland.   This involves machine learning and artificial intelligence capability, scientists, analysts, drone and aerial operators, detection dogs, and hardworking and committed field-based teams.   The program is supported by all states, territories, and the Commonwealth Government, and has a shared mission for Australia to be free from red imported fire ants by 2032.   Find out more about the program in the State of the sector report 2024 https://lnkd.in/gvnr4zbk   #BeHere4Qld #BeTheDifference #Stateofthesector

August is Multicultural Queensland Month, a month to come together and celebrate Queensland’s diversity through learning and events taking place across the state.     Everyone is encouraged to get involved–find out more about what’s on near you throughout the month: https://lnkd.in/gGiWamkR     Learn more about the cultural diversity in Queensland: https://lnkd.in/gmR7bYyT     Read stories about the ways in which people are contributing to a more inclusive multicultural Queensland: https://lnkd.in/guKR22vZ     #BeHere4Qld #BeTheDifference 

We value the diverse experiences and perspectives all our employees bring to the workplace and understand the importance of supporting them through their career journey.   Find out more about the range of resources available for all LGBTIQ+ employees in the Queensland Government. 🏳️🌈   #BeHere4Qld #BeYou #BeTheDifference

More than 180 Queenslanders will wear green and gold in Paris throughout the Olympic and Paralympic Games. 🦘💛💚. Our athletes are talented, ambitious and have been working tirelessly with their support teams over the past three years in the pursuit of success.   This Friday is green and gold day which is all about being proud of Australia’s incredible sporting achievements and painting the country in our national colours. Watch out for some of Australia’s iconic landmarks turn green & gold!   Find out more about the events taking place near you: https://lnkd.in/g2VrEmzR   #BeHere4Qld #BeTheDifference #AllezAus

Here at the Queensland Government, we understand the importance of supporting our employees’ health at various stages of life. We’re proud of our nation-leading reproductive health leave, and have now extended the leave to an additional 24,000 employees in government-owned corporations, Queensland Rail and Seqwater. Ten days of non-cumulative reproductive health leave will be available to Queensland Government employees from 30 September for the treatment of conditions including preventative health measures, screenings, IVF, hysterectomy, vasectomy, chronic conditions like endometriosis, dysmenorrhea or severe menopause. The payment of superannuation for the first year of parental leave, whether the period was paid or unpaid, will also be extended to government-owned corporations, Queensland Rail and Seqwater and came into effect on the 1 July. These policies, championed by Special Commissioner Dr Linda Colley and her team, are part of the Queensland Government’s ongoing support for gender equitable employment conditions and a more inclusive public sector. Find out more about the extension: https://lnkd.in/gEKGNpv5 #BeHere4Qld #BeTheDifference #ReproductiveHealthLeave