Medtronic named one of Australia’s Best Workplaces™ for Women in 2026

Independent research identifies Australia's top-performing workplaces for women.

Best Workplaces for women 2026 in Australia

Sydney, Australia – 5 Mar 2026 – Medtronic has been recognised as one of Australia’s Best Workplaces™ for Women 2026 by Great Place To Work®, the global authority on workplace culture.

The annual list recognises 50 organisations across Australia that demonstrate it is possible to achieve strong business performance while creating inclusive cultures where women can thrive at every level.

Organisations included in the list are assessed through confidential employee feedback, an in‑depth analysis of organisational culture, and insights from the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA). This data‑driven methodology ensures the recognition reflects the real experiences of employees and a genuine commitment to gender equity.

The companies recognised in 2026 have moved beyond traditional approaches to workplace equity, implementing concrete policies and innovative practices that support women to advance into leadership, contribute to strategic decision‑making and help shape organisational success.

Medtronic is proud to be the only MedTech company included in the 2026 list.

Liz Carnabuci, Vice President and Managing Director, Medtronic Australia and New Zealand, said the recognition reflects the voices and experiences of Medtronic employees.

“At Medtronic, we know that innovation and impact are strongest when women are supported to thrive at every stage of their careers. Being recognised as one of Australia’s Best Workplaces™ for Women 2026 is an honour, and we’re especially proud to be the only MedTech company included in the list.

“This recognition reflects the voices of our people and our ongoing commitment to building an inclusive culture through grassroots initiatives like EmpowerME and our female career development programs — designed to create opportunity, remove barriers to equity and help women lead with confidence.

Across Australia and New Zealand, Medtronic continues to invest in initiatives that support psychological safety, flexible work, diverse representation and meaningful career development, recognising that inclusive cultures drive innovation, strengthen engagement and enable sustainable long‑term success.

About Medtronic

Medtronic is a global leader in healthcare technology, boldly attacking the most challenging health problems facing humanity. Our mission — to alleviate pain, restore health and extend life — unites a global team of passionate people who are committed to improving lives through innovation.

In Australia and New Zealand, Medtronic partners with healthcare professionals and systems to deliver life‑changing technologies across a broad range of medical conditions, helping improve patient outcomes and strengthen healthcare delivery.

About Great Place to Work®

Great Place to Work® is the global authority on workplace culture. Since 1992, we have surveyed more than 100 million employees worldwide and used those deep insights to define what makes a great workplace: trust.

About Great Place to Work Certification™

Great Place to Work® Certification™ is recognised worldwide by employees and employers alike and is the gold standard for identifying and recognising outstanding employee experience and company culture.

Methodology

The 2026 Best Workplaces for Women list was determined through Great Place To Work’s rigorous For All™ methodology, which evaluates hundreds of Certified™ organisations across Australia. This includes confidential employee feedback gathered through the Trust Index™ survey, a comprehensive analysis of women’s representation at all organisational levels, and additional insights from the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA).

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