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Overall employee rating

3.6
Based on 24 reviews
Rating distribution: 0 reviews rated 5 out of 5 stars. 2 reviews rated 4 out of 5 stars. 22 reviews rated 3 out of 5 stars. 4 reviews rated 2 out of 5 stars. 0 reviews rated 1 out of 5 stars.
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Detail Ratings
Work life balance
4.0
Career Growth
3.0
Work flexibility
4.0
Job Security
4.0
Pay and benefits
3.0
Leadership
4.0
Company Culture
4.0
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Recruitment Consultant
4.0
20 July 2026

Great Flexibility and Supportive Team in Recruitment

My time at Programmed as a Recruitment Consultant has been largely positive, especially appreciating the focus on work flexibility and the supportive team culture within the staffing and maintenance industry in Melbourne. It's a solid place to grow your skills.


Pros

I've really valued the work flexibility as a Recruitment Consultant at Programmed in Melbourne, especially the hybrid model. It helps balance personal life. The team's super supportive, easing the demands of the staffing and maintenance industry. Good learning opportunities are available for professional growth.


Cons

Career progression can feel a bit slow for high performers. Also, peak recruitment seasons can be intense, occasionally impacting work-life balance despite the usual flexibility.


Advice to Management

Consider streamlining career progression paths to better retain high-performing Recruitment Consultants and communicate these opportunities more transparently.


Ratings by topic
4.0
Work life balance
3.0
Career Growth
5.0
Work flexibility
4.0
Job Security
4.0
Pay and benefits
4.0
Leadership
4.0
Company Culture

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Operations Coordinator
3.4
26 September 2026
Decent role in facilities services, but management communication could be sharper.
Pros: The job security at Programmed is solid, which is a big plus, especially in the current economic climate. I appreciate the team camaraderie; my colleagues are generally helpful and friendly. There are opportunities to learn the ropes of facilities management and expand your skillset within the scope of your role. The work itself can be quite varied.
Cons: While work-life balance is generally respected, sometimes urgent operational issues can creep into personal time, though this is infrequent. Communication from upper management regarding strategic changes or new initiatives could be more consistent and clearer. It sometimes feels like information doesn't trickle down effectively, leading to minor confusion on the ground.
Advice to Management: Consider implementing more structured communication channels to ensure all teams are consistently informed about company updates and strategic directions. This will help align everyone and reduce day-to-day uncertainties.
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Operations Coordinator
3.6
26 September 2026
Stable operations role with team camaraderie
Pros: The best part was definitely the team I worked with in Carlton. We had a really collaborative spirit and helped each other out, making the daily tasks more enjoyable. For a large services company, the job security felt pretty solid, and I appreciated the consistent work. The company provides essential services, which gives a sense of purpose.
Cons: While the team was great, communication from higher up could sometimes be a bit disjointed, leading to confusion on larger projects. Training for new systems or procedures wasn't always comprehensive, so a lot of learning was on the job, which can be challenging. The pay, while adequate, didn't offer much room for negotiation.
Advice to Management: Focus on streamlining communication channels between different departments and levels. More proactive training on new systems would benefit employees and improve efficiency.
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Facilities Coordinator
3.6
25 September 2026
Steady Facilities Role with Occasional Communication Gaps
Pros: Programmed offers a stable work environment, which is great for job security in the facilities management industry. My colleagues were fantastic, creating a supportive team culture. I appreciated the consistent workload and the opportunity to be involved in diverse projects across different sites in Western Australia. The pay and benefits were competitive for the role.
Cons: While work-life balance was generally good, some projects could lead to longer hours unexpectedly. Internal communication between different branches or departments occasionally felt disjointed, leading to minor delays or confusion on tasks. More streamlined communication channels could really improve efficiency for field staff.
Advice to Management: Consider implementing more integrated communication platforms to ensure seamless information flow across all teams and locations. This would greatly benefit operational efficiency and employee experience.
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