DHA Annual Report 201325 Years 1988 – 2013

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People and corporate

Since its inception, DHA has grown from a staff of 50 to nearly 650 staff members located across Australia.

FlashbackStaff with basic computer equipment in the 1990s

Objective

Key performance indicator 2012–13 target 2012–13 achievement
Retention of staff > 85% 88.4%
Work Health and Safety incident rate
(per 100 employees)		 <2.0 incidents resulting in time off work 1.88 incidents
% of salaries spent on training DHA staff >1.5% 1.7%
Wages expense ratio 5.9% 5.6%

 

Major outcomes

  1. Implemented the DHA Enterprise Agreement 2012–14.
  2. Delivered key learning and development initiatives including nationally accredited training at the Certificate IV and Diploma level, a new DHA induction program, an Inspired Service program and individual solutions designed to build the capability of DHA staff.
  3. Developed and implemented a Work Health and Safety (WHS) Framework to assist DHA to meet its obligations under the Commonwealth’s WHS legislation.
  4. Delivered two new employee health and wellbeing initiatives as an introduction to a more holistic and personal approach to staff wellness.
  5. Nine apprentices graduated under the DHA Apprenticeship Support Scheme (DASS) bringing the total number of graduates to 11.
  6. Joined several Whole-of-Government arrangements for the provision of corporate goods and services including stationery and office supplies, legal services and vehicle leasing. The new agreements will provide DHA with access to lower prices, improved technology and enhanced reporting and service support.
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