2016 Snapshot of Australian Workplaces Sparks National Renewal Campaign

Nearly half of Australia’s workforce is likely to be looking for a new job in the next 12 months - as workplaces across the country struggle to renew in time to cope with modern challenges.

The Snapshot of Australian Workplaces is a national survey of 1,000 Australians including full and part-time workers and the self-employed. It was commissioned by Reventure Ltd, a not-for-profit global think-tank with the mission to undertake research, encourage debate, and lead action for workplace renewal.

“The 2016 Snapshot of Australian Workplaces which has been released today has clearly identified job satisfaction, technology, productivity, and general health/life as the most significant issues confronting Australian workplaces,” said Reventure’s lead researcher, Dr Lindsay McMillan.

“Workplaces which are engaging with these challenges have happier, healthier and more engaged staff with higher levels of commitment and productivity – unfortunately the majority which are not engaged are in a vicious cycle impacting on stability, commitment and productivity.

“The result is that 49% of those surveyed say they will be definitely or probably looking for a new job in the coming year.”

Reventure was established by Converge International, a global workplace specialist with more than 700 clients around the world. In Australia Converge operates from 8 cities offering employee assistance programs, critical incident management and counselling, training and education, and rapid response in times of tragedy.

“We need to respond more effectively and at a faster pace – which is why we have today launched a future that works. This is the first ever national campaign aimed at engaging with business leaders, employers, employees, consultants and contractors and encouraging them to focus on renewing their own workplaces,” said Dr McMillan.

“Over the next few years we will undertake more research into potential solutions to better engage employees, to lead with inspiration and to increase the healthiness of our workplaces, which generates higher productivity and economic benefits for the whole community.”.

“This research will be promoted using www.afuturethatworks.org.au as its platform, and will include practical tips for workers and leaders to follow.

“In the meantime, there is a call to action for all Australians – renewal will only occur if there is an active campaign. We encourage you to visit our website, help promote the debate and implement the practical guides,” said Dr McMillan.