Newcastle Jobs: best 5 companies to work for

These are the five best companies to work for in Newcastle, based on employee happiness, pride, respect, fairness and camaraderie.

Manidis Roberts (126 employees)

What? A consulting firm specialising in urban growth. Provides services in communication, project development, sustainability and the environment.

Why? A company culture that promotes energy, teamwork, fun, hard work and opportunity. A strong professional development programme and a range of company benefits.

Where? 19 Darby Street, Newcastle, NSW 2300

The Nova Group (134 employees)

What? Four companies – Nova Defence, Nova Systems, Auspace and Catops – that provide engineering, scientific, technological, training and evaluation services.

Why? Interesting assignments, flexible working arrangement, a supportive workplace culture and an exceptionally low staff turnover.

Where? Newcastle Airport, Private Bag 1, Williamtown, NSW 2318

MRWED Group (22 employees)

What? An Australian Registered Training Organisation specialising in training trainers, educators and learning managers. Offers diplomas, certificates and packages.

Why? Excellent company benefits, high staff moral, solid professional development programme and competitive salaries.

Where? Suite 1, Commercial Centre Level 1, Market Square, Hunter Street Mall, NSW 2300

Austereo (739 employees)

What? One of Australia’s largest media companies. Operates three national radio networks, digital radio brands and international networks. Home to Australia’s leading radio personalities including Kyle & Jackie O, Eddie McGuire and Hamish & Andy.

Why? Young, vibrant and energetic company. Excellent opportunities, development, interaction and teamwork.

Where? 252 Pacific Highway, Charlestown, NSW 2290

Coles Supermarket (100,000+ employees)

What? Australia’s second largest supermarket chain.

Why? Generous discounts for employees and employees’ families, team membership association, service recognition, development and learning programmes.

Where? Various, including:

Cole Newcastle Junction, 204 Union Street, The Junction, NSW2291

Coles Market Town, Kings Street and National Park Street, Newcastle West, NSW 2302

Coles Waratah, Turton Road and Georgetown Road, Waratah, NSW 2298

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