Culture at Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS)

Culture: Encourage innovation, recognise individual contribution After Hour: NA In TSD it is rather flat structure we all been treated equally and hardly feel any hierarchy.

On paper there is about 6 levels of management but in practice it is quite a flat hierarchy. Very friendly office vibes, and plentiful support to complete the usual 7-8 hours of work around out-of-work needs. The 'flex' system means that it you are effectively never doing unpaid overtime and it is easy to take a day off if you have been working longer hours.

It can be hard to get a response from people in higher positions. People are possessive of their work. Changes to work and timelines is not always communicated down

Very friendly and inclusive

Low level of socialising, a lot of introverts. Hierarchy is frustrating, often APS 5s can be viewed as a lot more competent than APS 6s but are unable to progress because the 6s have been in the role for decades.

Culture is great, very accepting and everyone is very polite. Teamwork is generally good inside teams, though communication between different teams can be a bit lacking sometimes. Structure is fairly standard, managers and Executives are quite communicate in my experience.

- Friendly. There is a hierarchy within the team but doesn't feel that way as everyone seems approachable.

Culture is great, with a very flat hierarchical structure. Great team organisation.

Everyone is really welcoming, I haven't experienced any bullying and everyone is conscious of your welfare and makes sure you dont feel over worked.

While this may not accurately reflect the company as a whole, in my section the culture is very positive, friendly and respectful. Diversity is embraced and supported.

Really friendly, inclusive and cooperative colleagues, lots of sharing of information within and across teams. Social club organises some social events for the office during the year. Not many social activities after work hours for my team.

There are frequent morning teas and small celebrations, staff meet after work for socialising and there is an active social club.

- Colleagues and senior staff are extremely friendly and approachable - Hierarchical structure slows down the efficiency of completing tasks - The ABS is a large organisation with many moving parts, therefore there is high reliance on cooperation and collaboration between teams and other stakeholders - COVID-19 has reduced the social aspect and availability of after-hours work activities

People are nice , work together well , there is a lack of urgency from ongoing staff

Colleagues are friendly and supportive. Somewhat limited interaction with people in other sections.

Very hierarchical. EL level staff and above often don't have any technical experience or knowledge.

* Flexible working arrangements * A bit hierarchical where a lot of information is stored at the executive level and isn't always communicated down the chain. * Most people are very supportive, friendly, and willing to share information. * There is a great sense of team work. * Not too many social events, and even if they are scheduled, not many people attend.

Free to live my life after work and not forced to work long hours