Company Profile

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Industry

Specialty Retail

Primary location

Australia

Chesterfield Australia is a family owned company that supply and support the rural and construction industries of Queensland and New South Wales with quality machinery and equipment.Established in Moree by Anthony Pennefather in 1963, Chesterfield Australia has grown to 12 branches, with locations in South East Queensland, Northern and Central New South Wales. We are proud to announce our extension into Rutherford and and Taree following the acquisition of Sharpes Tractor Centre in April 2014.Following the acquisition of Chamberlain by John Deere in 1970, Chesterfield Australia has forged a strong relationship with the brand, and is now one of the leading and largest distributors in Australia for John Deere’s entire range of machinery and equipment. We recently introduced the Faresin Industries range of Telehandlers and Mixer Wagons.Source: This is an extract from the company’s own website.

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What’s it like working at Chesterfield Australia?

AI summary of recent reviews

Employees at Chesterfield Australia appreciate the great team environment and supportive colleagues throughout the company. They value the training and support provided, with someone always available to help from any branch. Management is generally seen as approachable, taking an interest in staff and valuing their efforts. The company is commended for truly valuing its customers and making decisions with their best interests in mind. Additionally, the family-friendly and flexible culture allows for a good work/life balance. Employees take pride in the company's excellent products and high standards.

However, as an agricultural business, the workload can fluctuate with the seasons, with drought and busy periods placing strain on the company. There is an opportunity to improve communication between departments to work more cohesively. Some employees note the presence of legacy systems and the need for digital transformation. A few employees have raised concerns about upper management, such as a lack of understanding of the industry or favouritism in promotions.

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Recent reviews

5.0

Precision Ag Team

Aug 2020

current employee

It's rare to find such a genuine company on all levels and it's a privilege to work under their banner.

The good thingsGreat team environment throughout the whole company and management have a real appreciation for the team and the effort they put into their work. Management take an interest in staff and try to ensure their team are in roles that best suit their skill set and bring each member contentment in their career. The company as a whole truly values their customers and this is reflected through decisions made on the daily.

The challengesBeing an Agricultural based business, the seasons obviously affect the work load. Drought places strain on the company and the good seasons can get out of control and very demanding. Not something that can be avoided in this Industry but management really put a focus on team work during this time and check in on everyone's well being during the tougher seasons.

5.0

Administration Role

Jul 2020

Less than 1 year in the role, current employee

Great support and progression opportunities

The good thingsLots of support and training, always someone from any branch in the company to help you out. Fast paced work environment

The challengesGetting the departments to work as one.

5.0

Payroll Administrator

May 2020

1 to 2 years in the role, current employee

Great work life balance company. Tries to keep everyone happy. Offers other benefits such as RM William discounts and salary sacrificing packages.

The good thingsI have ownership of my work and manage my own time. Management is approachable.

The challengesWorking on communicating between departments. My responsibility to ask for additional courses.

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