SGH Work-Life

SGH has a history of excellence in work-life balance and nurturing our staff well-being. Over the years, SGH has received various external recognition for our outstanding work-life programmes.

This excellence in work-life and staff well-being is driven by our dedicated Work-Life and Well-Being teams who are committed to providing holistic care for our staff, with programmes that address employees’ physical, mental and emotional health, social well-being and family life needs. The Work-life and Well-Being teams have organized diverse programmes to support staff in their efforts to achieve a healthy balance in life.

SGH Work Culture

To build a supportive, inclusive and positive culture of well-being by first caring for our people.

YOU ARE AT THE HEART OF WHAT WE DO.

Pillars of Well-Being

Cats Interaction Programme 2023, a wellness session for staff

Health at Work

Promoting physical and mental health as a tenet of well-being.

Physical Health - Promote healthy lifestyle and workplace habits.

Mental Health - Promote mental health through education and equipping our people with essential skills to care for oneself and others.

Kindness at Work

Promoting a culture of kindness and respect at the workplace, to build a supportive and joyful work environment.

Create a positive work culture anchored on kindness.

Treat all colleagues with respect and compassion.

Be present, listen and embrace diversity.

Kids Holiday Fun at SGH

Family at Work

Promoting a strong “family” culture defined by a strong sense of kinship and commitment to one another.

Build strong camaraderie and community spirit.

Encourage our people to socialise and team-bond through activities and events.

Promote a pleasant and family-friendly work environment.

Transformations at Work

Promoting transformations in our work practices & environment that promote well-being and joy.

Make work more meaningful by eliminating unnecessary processes.

Ensure a safe work environment by protecting our people against abuse and harassment.

Foster openness by encouraging speaking up.

Prioritise and optimise our spaces to support our well-being needs.

Staff Well-Being Programmes

These are just some of the many programmes and activities offered by SGH:

Infrastructure and facilities include a well-equipped Staff Gym and a Multi-purpose studio
Weekly exercise classes
Mass fitness and health screening events organised by the SGH Workplace Health Promotion Committee
Regular activities such as Nature Walks
Inter-department and Inter-institution sporting competitions

SGH peer support programme – Support Action For Employees (SAFE)
Counselling services provided by SGH’s social workers for staff
Acculturation programme for newly recruited foreign staff

Parenting talks
Local and overseas tours
Dedicated Lactation Room for our staff
Corporate social events such as Staff Appreciation Day, Family Day, and Annual Dinner & Dance

Lifeskill workshops and courses
GROSS (Getting Rid Of Stupid Stuff) Fest

Follow our Staff Appreciation Mascot, SAM, as he participates in well-being activities around SGH campus and share regular tips on caring for your well-being.