Flexible Working Arrangements for Police Officers in Australia and New Zealand

Mark Burgess, CEO, Police Federation of Australia

In October 2016, the PFA commissioned a comprehensive survey investigating Flexible Working Arrangements for Police Officers in Australia and New Zealand. The survey was completed by over 11,400 officers 16.5% of all Australian and New Zealand sworn officers. This is the largest member survey the PFA has ever conducted, the high participation rate demonstrates that flexible working arrangements is a topic members feel very strongly about.

Preliminary findings challenge pre-conceived ideas regarding flexible working arrangements. It appears it is not only junior-rank officers with young families who wish to access flexible working arrangements, but findings show senior officers might also need them as they transition towards retirement.

To view the Flexible Working Arrangements Summary Report click on the link below

FLEXIBLE-WORKING-SURVEY-FINAL.pdf