Ability Works is an award-winning social enterprise, operating with revenue approaching $5m per annum, in Kew, Melbourne. Operating four business units: Wire & Metal manufacturing, Records Management, Packing & Rework and Inclusive Design services, Ability Works has a track record of delivering contract values up to $1m per annum.
Ability Works produces goods and services for government, business and non-profits. Operations are accredited to ISO 9001:2015 and NSDS quality standards and Social Traders certification. Ability Works is an accredited NDIS service provider.
Our business partnering and engineering capabilities combined with an adept use of technology, assists in finding unique solutions to customer problems. We manufacture in Melbourne providing local jobs and distribute nationally.
We value adaptability, demonstrating it through proactive problem solving, encouragement of experimentation, and a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.
We are committed to fostering employee empowerment by promoting autonomy, encouraging ownership of work decisions aligned with health and safety guidelines, and providing robust support through managerial guidance, access to educational resources, and individual employee plans.
Our commitment to inclusiveness is reflected in our proactive learning from diverse sources, inclusive decision-making processes, equal opportunities for growth, adaptation to inclusivity through accommodations, and a company culture focused on nurturing a sense of belonging and acceptance among all employees.
We prioritise outcomes by ensuring role clarity, proactive alignment with organisational goals, measurable decision-making, ongoing progress tracking, and fostering accountability among staff for the impact and results of their work.
We prioritise respectful interactions through thoughtful communication, adherence to a language guide promoting inclusivity, constructive decision-making processes, measures to prevent discrimination and harassment, and leadership that serves as a role model for respectful behaviour throughout the organisation.
Words matter. The words we speak and write impact. We have developed a guide to ensure that we communicate in a way which is respectful and courteous and contributes positively to the social and emotional well-being of our community.
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At Ability Works we believe employment is the best way for people living with a disability or experiencing social disadvantage…
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At Ability Works Australia, we believe everyone should have the opportunity to secure a job. A job with us is more than just income…
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You can find all relevant public reports from Ability Works Australia on this page. If you’re looking for anything specific that you can’t find here please get in touch.
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Ability Works, originally called ROYTAL, started as a small woodworking rehabilitation workshop in 1964…
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Are you interested in donating to Ability Works? You can contact us to organise a ways to donate.
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Sue Boyce and Ability Works were awarded the Social Traders’ Business for Good Gamechanger Vic/Tas award for achievements in employment expansion, innovation and technology, and advocacy and support.
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ISO 9001:2015 & NSDS QUALITY STANDARDS
Quality assurance is one of our highest priorities!
We are a certified ‘Social Trader’.
We are a registered National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) provider.
Our Corporate Partner Volunteering Program provides structured ‘work-with’ days for groups of up to ten partner staff giving the opportunity to engage with and assist our team complete their work.
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Interested in getting work experience at Ability Works?
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Through a strong partnership with Box Hill Institute, Ability Works offers a selection of onsite vocational courses to help build work related skills and confidence.
Staff are able to nominate for a variety of courses which are facilitated at Ability Works by qualified Box Hill Institute educators typically over a 10 week semester.
We are constantly assessing course suitability and strive to ensure our training and further education opportunities are relevant and helpful towards staff who may be transitioning to mainstream employment.
Ability Works partners with schools to facilitate onsite work experience opportunities and educate families about employment pathways for people living with a disability post completion of high school.
Students attend onsite in groups supervised by a school educator and are trained in workplace health and safety and standard protocols to get them used to work environments.
Students are trained then supervised to complete tasks on customer jobs in our packing and assembly business units. They get an opportunity to practise their teamwork, communication, patience, and direction taking skills in a friendly and support environment. They are taught how to use equipment and complete quality jobs.
Ability Works also attends school expos to showcase the variety and flexibility of work options we provide across our business.
If you are a student, carer or family member requiring more information or would like to arrange a tour our operations.
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