DSS cuts 38.3% of staff while contractors hit 10.3% of workforce
For HR leaders, the Australian Department of Social Services cut internal headcount by 38.3% in FY2025-26 while contractors rose to 10.3% of the workforce. The shift, including a $17.2m Chandler MacLeod extension, shows contingent labour's rising role and raises pay transparency, workforce planning and compliance questions.
Source: canberratimes.com.au · begadistrictnews.com.au