Pressing for Progress on Gender Equality
As a Family Inclusive Accredited workplace, Sodexo Australia is wholeheartedly committed to accelerating the achievement of gender equality and pay equity. We are proud of our ongoing efforts and unwavering determination to close the gender pay gap, establish balanced representation, and promote gender inclusion at all levels.
Gender balance is a strategic imperative at Sodexo. We welcome the reforms to the Workplace Gender Equality Act 2012 and greater gender pay gap visibility as important steps toward parity across the private sector.
We remain committed to measuring our progress through biennial gender pay gap audits, both locally and as part of Sodexo Group's global review. Each year, we also report to the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) on our progress toward gender equality.
In Fiscal Year 2025–2026, the average total remuneration gap moved from 13.3% to 15.8%, and women's representation shifted from 46% to 44%. Two key factors shaped these results: a comprehensive review of position classifications to improve the accuracy of our WGEA reporting, and significant workforce growth in trade occupations — roles predominantly held by men and generally higher paid.
While these figures reflect both operational growth and improved data quality, we recognise there are real opportunities to strengthen gender representation in leadership, management, and technical career pathways.
Encouragingly, women's representation grew in 'Technicians and Trades Workers' and 'Machinery Operators and Drivers', and among General and Senior Managers — signs that our efforts are creating pathways for women in areas where they have historically been underrepresented.
We are taking deliberate action to close these gaps through inclusion training, gender-responsive family policies, mentorship programs, and our SoTogether gender network. We are committed to building a workplace where everyone can thrive, as reflected in our Family Inclusive Accredited workplace recognition for 2025–2027.
Closing the Gender Gap
Closing the gender gap is an integral part of Sodexo’s long-term commitment to promoting equality. We strive to foster a culture of gender equity, placing a strong emphasis on enhancing the individual and professional growth of people of all genders.
