Our workplace culture

We’re driven by our purpose of ‘caring for our city, creating a future for all’. We’re proud of the difference we make.

City of Sydney employees wearing rainbow outfits dance together in the evening at a Mardi Gras parade. Some of them hold up letters reading "You be you".

Caring for our city, creating a future for all 

No matter the role we play, caring for our communities, our environment, and our people is our foundation. Caring is a fundamental reason why we exist.

Our organisation is made up of people from many cultures, experiences and perspectives. We work hard to make our workplaces and community places where everyone belongs.

Our care and culture leave reminds us that we celebrate our diversity and find ways for everyone to belong. Our inclusive employer status is an incredible reflection of this commitment and acts as a motivator for us to continue to improve.

– Susan Pettifer, Director People, Performance and Technology

At the City of Sydney, we’ve unlocked the power of diversity by increasing female participation, attracting employees who face barriers in employment and translating our values including diversity into actions.

– Jamal, Senior Social Programs, Social City

The enthusiasm from the team was pivotal to the success of the work. You could see the excitement, and it was reflected in the care they took every single day to make sure it was done right.

– Glenn, Specialist Project Manager, City Projects

Understanding and support about Ramadan in the workplace strengthens our team’s bond and fosters a deeper mutual respect. It turns the workplace into a community where everyone’s beliefs and practices are valued.

– Yahya, Work, Health and Safety Support Officer

I come from a big rainbow family and was invited to develop this focused program during Mardi Gras. My colleagues supported me through the program’s development.

– Andie, Library Technician

One thing I respect about the City of Sydney is that it feels like Aboriginal voices are being heard, we are consulted with as valuable members of this community, and that’s important.

– Otis, Aboriginal Community Development Officer

Proudly awarded

Careers award logos, NSW Local Government Excellence awards 2024, Family Inclusive Work place certified 2024-2026, Diversity Council Australian Inclusive Employer 2023-2024.