20 best companies to work for in Australia

According to some resources, in Australia it is not only important what you do for a living but also who you for. The following list of 20 Australian best companies to work for is based on employees’ reviews about the company’s engagement with its staff, job demand, and their interest in the company.

We all know that finding a job at a good company that also pays well is not easy at all, so let’s have a look at the list of 20 best Australian companies; maybe it will help you to get some perspective and make your decision about future plans a little easier.

Salesforce

Salesforce is ranked as the best company to work for in Australia. At this cloud-based software company, all the employees get great benefits, including the interns. Thedifferentiator of Salesforce is the culture; the company values equality, people take good care of each other, including the leadership that is steering the company in the right direction.

PwC

PwC Australia has become the largest professional service in Australia, providing assurance, quality audit, consulting, and tax services. The employees get good benefits, and can choose for themselves when, how and where they want to work. Additionally, the company provides different education programs to encourage career growth, including Vacation Program, Graduate Programs, Legal Clerkship, Trainee Program, and Higher Apprenticeship Program.

Wesfarmers

With more than 220,000 employees, Wesfarmers is Australia’s largest employer, and has received numerous recognitions, and awards for its employment practices. People working there claim the company is supportive and big on business and personaldevelopment, they are satisfied with the work culture, the company’s organization, and the supportive team.

Woolworths

Woolworths Group, one of the strongest retail groups in Australia, is said to be a productive and fun place to work at; the team is understanding, respectable, and helpful, there is enough room for growth and the management is very supportive. As a part of the benefits pack, employees also get free lunches, and a discount on shop, and petrol.

Commonwealth Bank

Commonwealth Bank has been providing services in retail,insurance, business and institutional banking, superannuation,funds management, investment and brokerage services for over a century.It is a place with great work culture, friendly colleagues, and management and a good place for development. The perks of working here include work parties, staff discounts, and Christmas gifts.

Westpac Group

Westpac Group, Australia’s oldest company and first bank, is reportedly a fantastic place to work at; the people working there are reliable, and friendly, there are many exciting opportunities to learn something new, and grow, the management is overall very supportive, and the salary is good.

National Australia Bank (NAB)

NAB has more than 30,000 permanent employees, and it has been recognized for rewarding staff with financial well-being schemes, and access to volunteering. The work atmosphere is allegedly very enjoyable, there is an opportunity to work from home, the management is approachable, the team is genuine, and helpful, and there is plenty of room for growth.  

ANZ Banking Group

Aside from providing a popular choice for Australians who are looking for an affordable vehicle financing, the company is also generally desired by job hunters because of its inclusive and diverse culture.The company is more focused on customers, the staff is great, and the administration is well-managed.

Goodman

Founded in the late 80s as a private property trust that focused on industrial properties, Goodman Group is now one of the largest providers of business spaceand industrial property in the world. The workplace is allegedly very friendly and easy-going, and the encouraged hot-desking allows the employees to socialize more than they would if they would have been given their own desks.

BHP Group Limited

People working at BHP Group Limited seem genuinely content with the job even though it can be challenging; the staff is friendly and supportive at all times, the working conditions are safe, the pay is good, and the management is very inclusive.

Lendlease

Working for Lendlease, a construction company, can get a little stressful, depending on the position but overall, the employees are very satisfied to be working there; the schedule is good, the coworkers are great, management listens to its people, there is a possibility of training for certain positions, and safety is on the top of the priorities.

CIMIC Group

CIMIC is focused on generating sustainable returns for shareholders by delivering projects for their clients while providing safe, fulfilling, and rewarding careers for their people.They have good benefits, offer good pay, and a great family-type working atmosphere.

Deloitte Australia

Employees at Deloitte Australia seem very happy about their jobs at the company, saying that the work environment is great, as are the colleagues with a leadership team that has their best interest at heart, and with an excellent career counseling support, there are plenty of opportunities to grow your career.

Amazon

Amazon, according to some of the staff, really does provide a full-package job deal; it is easy to learn to an offered position, the working hours are good, the workplace is very organized and safe, the team is friendly, helpful, and open and the management is solid.

KPMG Australia

KPMG Australia, focused on management consulting, has a very inclusive, collaborative and agile work environment. Very talented people are employed there and working alongside them, the opportunities to learn and grow are virtually endless. The leadership is supposedly excellent, and the salary is more than satisfactory.

CBRE Australia

CBRE, Australia’s largest commercial real estate services company, is described as a productive and friendly workplace with skilled managers from whom you can learn invaluable skills. The teams are supportive, and the leadership values people’s work ethics.

Colliers International

Colliers International, a leading real estate professional services and investment management company, is a good place where someone can start their career. Employees are satisfied, saying that the staff and the managementaregreat and respectable, the balance between work and privet life is good, and there are many areas for improvement and progress.

Qantas

Qantas, Australia’s largest airline fleet-wise, is said to be a great company with a very supportive management style and good people to work with. It is a productive and fun workplace that keeps you on your toes, and all the staff members can take advantage of free trips and discounts.

Aurecon

Aurecon, an engineering, design, management, project management, and consultingcompany, is a place where knowledge and skill development are highly encouraged and offers a collaborative work environment with positive and supportive staff members.

MinterEllison

This multinational law firm, and professional services firm,has a lot of opportunities to move and turn into different teams and groups. The work-life balance is reportedly great, and the work environment very enjoyable.