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Employer Profiles Parramatta is home to a number of premium companies across the health, financial, legal, local government, transport and energy sectors. Each of these is regularly recruiting new staff.Parramatta is in a strong growth phase, so its industries are often competing with one another to attract and retain the best for their team. For employees who either live and work in Parramatta, or travel to Parramatta for work, these companies offer excellent rewards. Take another look at Parramatta to sample the benefits offered by just some of the city’s top tier companies and community organisations:
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Parramatta MissionParramatta Mission helps people with acute needs or who suffer acute neglect. In particular, its services assist people in crises, those living with mental illnesses, and people who are homeless. Parramatta Mission is an initiative of four local Uniting Church congregations, and one of the biggest providers of community services in Sydney’s west and Hills District. The Mission works in partnership with Federal, State and local governments as well as the business community and other welfare organisations and community groups to support those in need. Parramatta Mission seeks to create a community with and for people in need. This community is based on human dignity, rights and responsibilities, and ensures that all in it are included, valued and enabled. Work at Parramatta Mission
Parramatta Mission recruitment is handled internally by the Human Resources (HR) Manager, although recruitment agencies are used from time-to-time to handle specialist positions. A recently advertised role was for a Mental Health Support Worker, assisting people with severe and persistent mental illnesses to improve their quality of life and live successfully at an optimal level of independence in the community. Vital statistics Other locations: Staff numbers:
http://parramattamission.org.au BHHP Migrant Resource CentreThe Baulkham Hills Holroyd Parramatta (BHHP) Migrant Resource Centre provides settlement information and referral services for migrants from non-English speaking backgrounds. The Migrant Resource Centre’s aim is to promote the principles of social justice, access and equity for newly-arrived migrants, refugees and humanitarian entrants, by delivering the following services:
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The Migrant Resource Centre advertises for new employees in its internal networks, local newspapers, and the Sydney Morning Herald. Recruitment is handled internally by the hiring manager and any relevant coordinators. Vital statistics Other locations: Staff numbers:
Western Sydney Community ForumThe Western Sydney Community Forum (WSCF) is the peak body for community organisations in the Western Sydney region, representing more than 200 organisations supporting local residents. The WSCF represents organisations in the Auburn, Bankstown, Baulkham Hills, Blacktown, Blue Mountains, Camden, Campbelltown, Fairfield, Hawkesbury, Holroyd, Liverpool, Parramatta, Penrith and Wollondilly local government areas. The Forum’s goal is to build strong, organised communities, by bridging the divide between community-members and policy-makers at the local, regional, State and national levels. It develops and supports learning-and-development as well as resource programs, to help community organisations meet the needs of disadvantaged people in their communities, and encourage collaboration. Work at Western Sydney Community Forum
Western Sydney Community Forum recruitment is handled through an agency, currently Social Works[link to Social Works in recruiter database]. From there, recruitment activities are handled internally through the Operations Manager. A recently advertised role was for a Training and Development Officer in the Learning and Development Team, providing non-government organisations and groups with learning opportunities, resources and support to better meet the need of disadvantaged people. Vital statistics Other locations: Staff numbers:
Moore Stephens Sydney WestMoore Stephens Sydney West provides highly-personalised, expert and commercially-astute auditing, accounting, taxation and advisory services to the Parramatta business community. The company is an independent member of Moore Stephens International Limited, a global network of 358 independent member firms, with 621 offices in 95 countries. It uses this network to provide clients with access to experts and specialists across the globe. Moore Stephens Sydney West focuses on serving the ‘mid market’, and prides itself on delivering personal attention and local market knowledge. Therefore, it says it has a real understanding of the environment in which its clients operate, and is ideally placed to help them grow and prosper. Work at Moore Stephens Sydney West
Moore Stephens Sydney West has a recruitment drive twice a year for graduates and cadets, and advertises for experienced staff throughout the year as required. The company uses recruitment agencies as well as direct advertising, and the Human Resources Manager is the key contact. Recently advertised roles were for an Audit Senior, an Audit Intermediate, a Junior Administrative Assistant and a Receptionist. Organisational Structure Diagram (PDF Download) Vital statistics Other locations: Staff numbers:
MatthewsFolbiggMatthewsFolbigg is Western Sydney’s largest law firm, catering to a wide range of commercial, government and private clients. MatthewsFolbigg provides a broad range of specialist legal services:
The company’s core values are partnership, commitment, integrity and innovation. MatthewsFolbigg is heavily involved in the Greater Sydney community, providing support to Parramatta Mission, the Salvation Army, Westmead Hospital, the Royal Rehabilitation Hospital, Western Sydney Area Health, Macquarie Legal Centre and the Women’s Legal Centre. Work at MatthewsFolbigg
MatthewsFolbigg handles recruitment internally, via the General Manager. Positions are advertised as the business groups develop, and additional staff-members are needed. A recently advertised role was for a Marketing Manager, developing the firm’s marketing, development, publishing and promotional strategies, and managing their implementation. Vital statistics Organisational Structure Diagram (PDF Download) Staff numbers:
DeloitteDeloitte provides a broad range of fully-integrated financial services including accounting, assurance and tax advice, management, financial and ebusiness across close to 150 countries. The company has a staff of 150,000, with 4500 of those spread across 12 locations in Australia, and serves 85 percent of the top public and private companies in the nation. Deloitte’s vision is to be the most inspiring professional services firm to work with. During the past two years, the company has grown by more than 20 percent year-on-year. Deloitte Parramatta offers professional services across middle market (growth solutions), assurance, risk services, business services and corporate tax. The office specialises in large international businesses as well as small-to-medium cap listed companies, family-owned businesses, large private companies, high net worth individuals and NSW Government agencies. Work at Deloitte Parramatta
Deloitte recruits year-round depending on business requirements, and recruits trainees, vacationers and graduates once a year. An internal national recruitment team manages the entire recruitment process. Visit www.careers.deloitte.com. Vital statistics Other locations: Staff numbers (Parramatta office only):
Parramatta City CouncilParramatta City Council is leading the strategic planning for the sustainable growth of Parramatta during the next 20 years, in partnership with community-members and stakeholders. The Council employs more than 700 people and manages a budget of $127 million to provide services to the city’s 151,860 residents. It says its vision is not only to be the leading city at the heart of Sydney, but also to be a dynamic, financially-sound, values-driven organisation with a service-driven culture to meet the needs of the community. Parramatta City Council manages more than 40 externally focused services, such as Riverside Theatre performances, roads management and law enforcement; as well as another 10 internally-focused services, including citizen engagement, finance management and human resource management. Work at Parramatta City Council
Parramatta City Council advertises between three and four positions a week on average, and most of the recruitment is handled internally via the Recruitment Consultant. Click here for a recently advertised Job Role Vital statistics Organisational Structure Diagram (PDF Download) Other locations: Staff numbers:
Westmead Millennium InstituteWestmead Millennium Institute is one of the biggest and fastest-growing medical research institutes in Australia. It is closely affiliated with Westmead Hospital and the University of Sydney. Westmead Millennium Institute undertakes research from the laboratory to the patient, using the tools of molecular and cell biology, genetic epidemiology, imaging technology and clinical research. The Institute is today ranked among the top five research organisations in the nation. The Institute was established in 1996 with 60 scientists and doctors, and today employs more than 420 staff, conducting research into a wide range of important human disorders. It is divided into five specialist groups, each located in the Westmead precinct: infection and immunity; cancer; liver and metabolic; neuroscience and vision; and cardio-respiratory. Work at Westmead Millennium Institute The Institute maintains a close association with clinical, public health and bio-medical research in the Sydney West Area Health Service, at both Westmead and Nepean hospitals. A recently advertised position was for a Scientific Operations Manager, responsible for day-to-day operation of biomedical research facilities and scientific services for the Institute. Click here for a recently advertised Job Role Vital statistics Other locations: Staff numbers:
ComfortDelgro CabchargeComfortDelgro Cabcharge provides efficient, well serviced bus transport across 100 routes to more than three million passengers a year, through Westbus, Hillsbus and Hunter Valley buses. ComfortDelgro Cabcharge is contracted by the NSW Ministry of Transport to provide bus services to school students and private citizens in Regions 1, 3 and 4 of Sydney’s western area. Its Westbus and Hillsbus services have a fleet of 600 vehicles in Sydney and 250 in the Hunter Valley, and employ close to 1270 staff members. Work at ComfortDelgro Cabcharge
ComfortDelgro Cabcharge advertises for experienced positions as required. Recruitment is handled internally, and direct managers of the relevant department are the key contact. In some instances, recruitment is handled externally, via recruitment agencies. A recently advertised role was for a charter consultant, responsible for day-to-day activities and quality support for the charter service. Click here for a recently advertised Job Role Vital statistics Organisational Structure Diagram (PDF Download) Other locations: Staff numbers:
EnergyActionEnergyAction is Australia’s leading energy exchange, delivering a suite of innovative, integrated energy-management services to both commercial and industrial businesses across Australia The Western Sydney Industry Award-winning company launched in 2000 with a team experienced in energy procurement management, energy markets, consultancy, engineering and technology. In the same year, it hosted Australia’s first ever online reverse-auction. Since opening, EnergyAction has successfully facilitated more than 2700 auctions and settled more than $1.5 billion in energy contracts. The company has been based in Parramatta since 2003, and last year took in revenues of more than $7 million. Work at EnergyAction
EnergyAction is in a significant growth phase, and advertises for new staff quarterly. Recruitment is handled internally. Click here for a recently advertised Job Role Vital statistics Organisational Structure Diagram (PDF Download) Other locations: Staff numbers:
Coleman & GreigColeman & Greig launched almost 100 years ago and is now the leading law firm in Greater Western Sydney. The team combines ‘big city’ expertise with local-style personal attention. Coleman & Greig clients range from subsidiaries of multinationals to family-owned businesses and private individuals. The firm employs people into specialist teams so that its clients can benefit from the experience and expertise of solicitors who focus on particular areas of law. The Western Sydney Industry Award-winning firm provides its services on the following principles:
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Coleman & Greig advertises for professional staff as needed. Recruitment is handled internally by the HR Manager. Vital statistics Telephone: 02 9635 6422 Staff numbers: Crowne Plaza Parramatta is a dynamic hotel. Employees say there is never a dull day: “One minute you’re creating a memorable service for a guest, and the next, you’re leading a team full of fun, dynamic and energetic people.” Crowne Plaza Parramatta is part of the InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), the world’s most global hotel company. IHG has more than 4000 hotels and resorts throughout the world, and is recognised for its powerful hotel brands, including InterContinental, Crowne Plaza and Holiday Inn. The company is experiencing exciting growth. Work at Crowne Plaza ParramattaCrowne Plaza Parramatta says its people are pivotal to its success. The company fosters employees’ creativity and ambition, through a program called ‘Room to be yourself’ comprising four key promises: Room to have a great start Room to be involved Room to grow Room for you These promises are made and kept throughout every IHG hotel and resort across the globe. To learn more or scope job opportunities, visit the IHG careers website at www.ihg.com/careers. Vital statistics
Address: Phone: TrivettTrivett is Australia’s biggest prestige automotive group, and represents 15 internationally-renowned car manufacturers. The group employs more than 500 staff-members and enjoys an annual turnover of more than $500 million. Each year, Trivett:
The company says it aims to be an employer of choice, a dealer of choice, and a provider of opportunity. Work at TrivettTrivett is committed to providing a stable, rewarding, flexible and progressive career for its employees. Modern facilities Career development Work opportunities Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) The Human Resources (HR) team at Trivett manages the entire recruitment process. All roles are advertised on the website at www.trivett.com.au. The company also maintains an annual Apprentice Recruitment Program and Sales Cadetship Program. Vital statisticsPrincipal Location: Postal address: Other offices: Staff numbers: Website:
Northcott Disability ServicesNorthcott Disability Services is one of the leading service-providers for people with disabilities in New South Wales (NSW). The organisation started in 1929 as the NSW Society for Crippled Children. Today, Northcott offers a range of programs aimed at promoting a genuinely inclusive society, including:
Work at Northcott Disability ServicesNorthcott Disability Services provides a family-friendly workplace, with paid maternity leave, flexible options for returning to work after leave, and the opportunity to work from home. Other employee benefits include flexible working hours, salary packaging and fringe benefits, learning and development opportunities, career opportunities, an employee assistance program and annual flu vaccinations. Northcott’s recruitment policy ensures that all applicants receive fair and equitable treatment. The organisation advertises around 28 new vacancies a month. The Human Resources (HR) team manages the recruitment process. Contact Angela Madden or Karen Arkins (02 9890 0100) for more information. Vital statisticsHead office: Other offices: Staff numbers:
Website: Mars Hill CaféMars Hill Café provides ethical coffee, affordable food, outdoor dining and performance spaces for music and art. The café owners say they aim to provide a personal, ‘second lounge room’ experience. The music is local and independent, the volunteer staff-members are passionate about what they do, and the art is alternative. Café activities include poetry recitals, a new writers’ group, and artist’s forum, a music network and regular band performances. The café won the Parramatta Chamber of Commerce award for ‘Excellence to the Community’ for a business with less than 20 employees. Vital statisticsAddress: Phone: University of Western SydneyThe University of Western Sydney (UWS) is one of the biggest universities in Australia. The University aims to ‘bring knowledge to life’ by providing students with distinctive teaching and research programs that respond to community challenges in the region and beyond. The teaching programs include innovative approaches, partnerships with external organisations, and a commitment to life-long learning. In research, the UWS is recognised for its capacity to carry out successful collaborative research partnerships, and for its work with partners in industry, government and community sectors. The UWS is one of the nation’s most successful universities in achieving Australian Research Council (ARC) Linkage grants, and is strongly represented in ARC Discovery grants funding. Work at UWSJob vacancies are available at the UWS Recruit Online service, at www.uws.edu.au/vacancies. For more information, contact Mary Eltakchi on 02 9678 7536 or at m.eltakchi@uws.edu.au. Vital statisticsAddress: Campuses: Website: SuncorpSuncorp is one of the biggest and most diversified financial services providers in Australia and New Zealand. The company supplies banking, insurance and wealth management products to around 7 million customers via a number of established, blue-chip brands. The company is Australia’s sixth largest bank, and second largest domestic general insurance group, and employs 16,000 staff members with 450 offices, branches and agencies throughout Australia and New Zealand. Work at SuncorpSuncorp has undergone significant growth in recent years, following acquisitions of GIO and AMP’s general insurance businesses, and the Promina Group’s general insurance and financial services businesses. The group also has a 50 percent share in RACQ Insurance Limited and RAA Insurance Limited. Vital statisticsAddress: Other locations:
Shell Clyde Refinery and Gore Bay TerminalThe Shell Clyde Refinery and Gore Bay Terminal is part of the manufacturing business of Shell Australia Pty Ltd, which in turn belongs to the multinational Royal Dutch Shell Group. The refinery produces a range of fuel and fuel-derivative products that are sold to Shell retail outlets and subsidiaries, as well as to a range of external businesses including vehicle fuel retailers like BP. In fact, Shell Clyde supplies about 40 percent of the vehicle fuel needs of New South Wales (NSW) and the Australian Capital Territory (ACT). Work at Shell Clyde RefineryShell offers employees a global range of career options, and internal education through the Shell Open University. The company provides staff-members with flexible working arrangements, training and development opportunities, and is a certified Employer of Choice for women. Employees also have access to their own credit union, a range of remuneration financial packaging, on-site parking and corporate benefits, such as fuel discounts. Recruitment is handled internally by a Melbourne-based recruitment team, and all vacancies are advertised online at www.shell.com.au as well as on job search website Seek. Vital statisticsAddress: Other locations: Staff numbers: Website: Attorney General’s Department of NSWThe Attorney General’s Department of New South Wales (NSW) administers courts and delivers a number of community programs. It also assists the Attorney General in his role as the main adviser to the State Government on legal, constitution and policy issues. The Department employs more than 4300 staff-members across the State. Work at the Attorney General’s DepartmentThe Attorney General’s Department regularly aims to recruit people with integrity, innovation and professionalism. The Department is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer, and provides a supportive and progressive work environment. It provides a range of ‘people programs’, performance management, flexible hours, benefits and environmental and community activities. People programs Performance management Flexibility and benefits Environmental and community benefits Positions at the Attorney General’s Department of NSW are advertised every week. Recruitment is handled by the Recruitment Team, at agrecruitment@agd.nsw.gov.au or 02 8688 8447. Vital statisticsParramatta Justice Precinct: Other offices: Staff numbers:
UnitingCare Chidren, Young People & Families (The Service Group)UnitingCare Children, Young People & Families, frequently referred to as the ‘Service Group’, incorporates Burnside, Unifam and other services like the Harris Community Centre. The Service Group also operates the Institute of Family Practice, a centre for learning and professional development. The Service Group provides direct care support and advocacy for children without families, young people, and whole families. Services include early intervention and prevention, counselling, mediation, education, youth services, out-of-home care and after-care services. Work at the Service GroupThe Service Group regularly recruits dedicated, fun-loving and empathetic care-givers to care for its clients. These care-givers are supported by a team of professionals across finance, information systems, administration, human resources, social justice and research, communication and library services. The Service Group provides its employees with career development opportunities, competitive salaries, salary packaging and annual increments. Where appropriate, employees also have access to flexible start and finish times, part time and job sharing opportunities, paid maternity, paternity and adoption leave, and the possibility of working from home. Vital statisticsHead office: Other locations: Staff numbers:
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