Women in construction
The number of women working in civil construction continues to hover around the 14% mark. For onsite roles, the number falls to just 2%, making it the least gender diverse industry in Australia. This number has not shifted for a decade.
With the introduction of the Building Equality Policy (BEP) and the Women in Construction Strategy, the construction industry is evolving, and we want to support you in taking meaningful actions to drive the change.
How to get started
- Read Up: Familiarise yourself with our Building Equality Policy in practice (PDF, 1.1 MB) resource to understand how to implement BEP on your projects.
- Identify Roles: Check our Building Equality Policy work category occupation example (PDF, 648.2 KB) resource to see the variety of roles women can take on.
- Build Connections: Partner with social enterprises and businesses that champion women's participation in construction.
- Promote Inclusivity: Foster an inclusive workplace culture that supports diversity and equality.