The Augmented Worker

Have you worked in a Coles or Woolworths warehouse?

Or as a personal shopper?

We’d love to talk with you!

What is this research project about?

This PhD research project is about automation and new technologies in Coles and Woolworths warehouses and supermarkets. We are interested in what these changes mean for workers. We are interviewing people who work, or have worked, in Coles and Woolworths warehouses. We are also interviewing people who work as ‘personal shoppers’ or ‘online pickers’ for home delivery. During the interview, participants will have the opportunity to reflect on the nature of their workday, technologies they use at work, and if automation has impacted upon the work they do.

Interviews will last approximately one hour, and can be held online, over the phone, or in person. Your comments are completely anonymous which means information such as your name or place of work will not be shared with anyone including your employer. You do not need your employer’s permission to participate.

Interview participants will receive a $50 Visa gift card.