APG & Co (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of individuals who apply for employment across our operations in Australia and New Zealand. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose and protect personal information in accordance with:

Australia: Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs)
New Zealand: Privacy Act 2020 and the Information Privacy Principles (IPPs)

By submitting an application, you consent to us handling your personal information as outlined below.

1. Information we collect

We may collect the following types of personal information during the recruitment process:

1. Personal and contact information

Name, address, phone number, email
Proof of identity
Right-to-work documentation (e.g. passport, visa, drivers licence)

1.2 Employment-related information

Resume/CV, cover letter, job history
Qualifications, licences, certificates
Interview notes, assessment results
Referee details and feedback
Information from recruitment agencies or talent platforms

1.3 Sensitive information (collected only with consent, or where authorised by law)

Criminal history checks (if required for the role)
Health or medical information where relevant to assessing fitness for work
Diversity information you choose to provide

We do not collect sensitive information unless reasonably necessary for the recruitment process.

2. How we collect your information

We collect personal information from:

You directly (e.g. applications, interviews, emails)
Recruitment platforms and applicant tracking systems
Recruitment agencies
Referees and background-check providers
Government entities (e.g. visa verification, right to work checks)
Public sources (e.g. LinkedIn), where relevant to the role

3. Why we collect and use your information

We collect and use personal information to:

Assess your suitability for the role
Conduct interviews, assessments, reference checks and background screening
Communicate with you during the recruitment process
Meet our legal, regulatory and workplace obligations
Maintain a candidate profile for future employment opportunities (only if you consent)

If you do not provide information we request, we may not be able to assess your application.

4. Disclosure of your information

We may disclose your personal information to:

Referees nominated by you
Third-party recruitment or screening providers
Technology providers that host our recruitment systems
External consultants assisting with the recruitment process
Government or regulatory authorities where required by law

We do not sell or rent your personal information.

5. Cross-border disclosure

Australia

If personal information is transferred outside Australia, we take reasonable steps to ensure overseas recipients comply with the Australian Privacy Principles.

New Zealand

Where information is transferred outside New Zealand (IPP 12 & 13), we ensure the recipient will protect the information in a way that is comparable to New Zealand privacy requirements or we obtain your express consent.

Some of our recruitment or HR technology providers may store information on servers located offshore.

6. Storage and security

We take reasonable steps to protect personal information from:

Misuse, interference and loss
Unauthorised access, modification or disclosure

Information may be stored electronically in secure systems used across Australia and New Zealand.

If your application is unsuccessful, we may retain your details for future opportunities, unless you request deletion sooner.

7. Access, correction and deletion

You have the right to:

Request access to your personal information
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
Request deletion of your information (unless we are legally required to retain it)

Requests can be made via:

People & Culture Team

hr@apgandco.com

8. Complaints

If you have concerns about how we have handled your information, you may contact us directly.

Australia: contactus@apgandco.com / 1800 002 477

If you are not satisfied with our response, you may contact the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC).

New Zealand: contactus@apgandco.com / 1800 002 477

If unresolved, you may contact the Office of the Privacy Commissioner (OPC).

9. Updates to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will be available on our website or upon request.