The City of Parramatta has been recognised as a 5-Star Employer of Choice in Human Resources Director Australia’s national Best Employer to Work For list—becoming the only local government organisation in Australia with over 500 employees to earn the title in 2024.
The recognition is based on an anonymous staff survey evaluating key workplace benefits such as:
To qualify, organisations had to achieve a minimum 75% satisfaction rating across all categories.
City of Parramatta Lord Mayor Cr Martin Zaiter said the award reflects the City’s growing reputation as a top-tier employer:
“We’re competing with some of the most recognised organisations in Australia and globally. This recognition shows that Parramatta is not only a great place to live and visit—but also to work.”
Chief Executive Officer Gail Connolly PSM said the award is a testament to Council’s commitment to its people:
“We’ve seen a 30% increase in job applications in 2024, with over 18,000 submissions—nearly double the previous two years. That’s proof that people want to build their careers here.”
Council’s workplace initiatives include:
This latest recognition follows a series of major HR awards, including: