APS capability · updated November 2026

Achieves results: how to show it in your application

"Achieves results" is one of the five core capability clusters in the APS Integrated Leadership System (ILS) for APS 1–6 roles. In plain English: getting things done: planning, prioritising, using resources well and following through.

Situations that make good examples

  • You met a tight deadline by reprioritising
  • You improved a process so work got done faster or more accurately
  • You followed through on something others had dropped

STAR prompts

SWhat needed to be delivered, and what made it hard?
TWhat were you accountable for?
AHow did you plan, prioritise and keep it moving?
RWhat was delivered, and how well?

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Common questions

What does "Achieves results" mean?

It's one of the five core capability clusters in the APS Integrated Leadership System (ILS) for APS 1–6. In plain English: Getting things done: planning, prioritising, using resources well and following through.

Where do I find which capabilities a job needs?

Check the job description and information pack. If it refers to the ILS, address the capabilities it highlights with specific examples.

Source: APSC — Integrated Leadership System guide for APS 1–6. Other capabilities: Supports strategic direction · Supports productive working relationships · Displays personal drive and integrity · Communicates with influence