Why work with us
At the Department of Housing and Public Works, every role helps create a brighter future for Queenslanders. By joining our team, you’ll play an important part in making a real difference in people’s lives.
Together, we’ll work to:
- provide more Queenslanders with a safe and secure place to call home
- build a stronger Queensland through government procurement, youth engagement, and a thriving night-life economy
- strengthen and grow Queensland’s construction sector.
How we make a difference
We are proud of the work we do to improve the lives of Queenslanders. Here’s some of the ways we make an impact:
- Delivering social and affordable housing: We work to ensure every Queenslander has access to a secure and suitable home, so they can fully participate in their communities.
- Building Queensland’s future: We support a strong and sustainable construction industry, helping to create jobs and reduce emissions.
- Engaging young Queenslanders: We actively involve young people to ensure our policies, programs, and services meet their needs and reflect their goals.
- Supporting the night-life economy: We support and promote night-life economy businesses, recognising the importance of this vital sector.
- Managing the government’s vehicle fleet: We make sure the government’s vehicles are safe, sustainable, and cost-effective.
- Driving procurement excellence: We help government agencies and suppliers get the best value for money through smart purchasing.
- Leading strategic reform: We actively support the government’s long-term strategic reform agenda, helping to improve performance and deliver better outcomes for Queensland.
When you join us, you’ll be part of a team that supports Queenslanders and helps shape the future of our state.
To learn more about what we do, explore our Strategic Plan and our organisational structure.
Our values
We are guided by values that reflect what we stand for and how we work together. These values include:
- Customers first
- Ideas into action
- Unleash potential
- Empower people
- Be courgeous
- Health and safe workplace
Find out more about our vision and values.
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion, partnerships and a safe workplace
We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of Queensland’s communities. We aim to create a public sector where everyone feels safe, respected, and included.
By embracing people of all genders, cultures, ages, abilities and sexual orientations, we can better understand and serve the people of our state.
Creating an inclusive workplace culture is a shared responsibility. Every employee plays a vital role in promoting respect, valuing differences, and contributing to a positive and supportive work environment.
Supporting diversity and inclusion
To ensure diversity and inclusion remain at the heart of everything we do, we have established several Employee Network Groups. These groups provide connection, support, and opportunities for collaboration.
We are members of:
- Australian Network on Disability: a national network of organisations committed to advancing the inclusion of people with disability in all aspects of business
- Diversity Council Australia: Australia’s independent not-for-profit peak body leading diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
- Pride in Diversity: Australia’s not-for-profit employer support program for all aspects of LGBTIQ+ workplace inclusion.
By fostering a culture of inclusion, safety and respect, we aim to create a workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute to a brighter future for Queensland.
Partnerships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
We are also committed to reframing our relationship with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, communities, and organisations. Through genuine partnerships, we aim to deliver real outcomes and contribute to the National Agreement on Closing the Gap. By building cultural understanding and capability, we seek to create meaningful change and support reconciliation.
A healthy and safe workplace
We prioritise providing a healthy and safe workplace for all employees. To us, this means more than just preventing injuries—it’s about creating a supportive environment that:
- encourages work-life balance
- promotes early conflict resolution
- ensures manageable workloads.
We strive to create an environment free from harassment, bullying, discrimination, and violence.
As an equal employment opportunity employer, we focus on creating a workplace where:
- individual differences are respected
- diverse experiences, skills, and knowledge are valued and utilised
- opportunities are accessible to everyone.
Find out more about our commitment to inclusion and diversity.