A Message for Volunteers — Powerhouse Museum

Something new is coming your way

Workday is about to go live — and we want you to feel ready, informed, and confident.

Going live soon · Full guide coming your way

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Hi everyone — we have some exciting news to share. Workday, our new HR and people management system, is launching very soon at Powerhouse Museum. Before anything else, we want to say this: you won't be going into this alone.

What is Workday?

A smarter, simpler way to manage your volunteer experience

Workday is a modern, cloud-based platform that replaces the way we currently manage shifts, availability, scheduling, and records. Think of it as a cleaner and far more intuitive experience — built to make the admin side of volunteering straightforward, whether you're on your phone, tablet, or computer.

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Works on any device

Check in, view your schedule, and manage availability from your phone, tablet, or desktop.

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Everything in one place

Shifts, availability, timesheets, and notifications — all accessible from a single dashboard.

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Simpler processes

Clearer workflows, fewer steps, and less back-and-forth to get things done.

What to Expect

Here's how the transition will work

We're taking this step by step — so when it's time to use Workday, you'll already know exactly what to do.

Right now

No action needed from you yet

Sit tight — the team is doing the final preparation work behind the scenes. You don't need to do anything at this stage.

Before go-live

You'll receive a full guide

A complete, easy-to-follow volunteer guide will be shared with you before you're asked to do anything in Workday. Step-by-step, plain language — no guesswork.

At go-live

The team will be there to help

Staff will be on hand during the initial transition. If anything feels confusing, just ask — no question is too small.

Ongoing

Reference materials always available

Quick-reference cheat sheets and how-to guides will be available whenever you need a reminder.

Don't Worry

We've thought about what matters to you

You will not be expected to figure anything out on your own — a full guide arrives before go-live.
The new system is genuinely easier to use than what we have now — less friction, not more.
Support will be available in person and through written materials throughout the transition.
If something goes wrong or doesn't make sense, reach out to the Volunteer Programs team — we're here.

"The goal is simple: less admin, more time for the incredible work you do for our visitors and collections every day."

— Volunteer Programs Team, Powerhouse Museum

Any questions?

We're always happy to help

If something comes up — a question, a concern, or even just curiosity about what Workday looks like — don't hesitate to get in touch with the Volunteer Programs team. We'd rather hear from you early than have you feel uncertain on the day.

More details, including your full step-by-step guide, will be coming to you before the system goes live. Watch this space.

Questions? Get in touch.

The Volunteer Programs team is happy to answer anything — big or small.

Contact the Team