G'day Group
(90 reviews)
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Working at G'day Group
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Work/Life balance
2.2(87 ratings)
Career development
2.3(88 ratings)
Benefits & perks
2.4(88 ratings)
Management
2.1(88 ratings)
Working environment
2.4(88 ratings)
Diversity & equal opportunity
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2.0
Office Staff
Oct 2025Adelaide SA 50002 to 3 years in the role, former employee
I learned new skills but am happy I left.
The good thingsOur team was nice and we got along well, I made a good friend there. Nice office in convenient location in the CBD. My manager was great.
The challengesThe pay was below average. For a while we were unpaid for our twice daily tea breaks which was not in line with the FairWork regulations (this got rectified after a system change at least). I felt that the business as a whole was insanely revenue driven to the point where corners were cut, and it was sometimes hard to justify the cost increase of our product to the customers. Parental leave pay was also pretty bad compared to other places.
2 people found this helpful
People and Culture TeamThanks for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re sorry to hear your experience wasn’t what you hoped for. We’re committed to learning and improving, and every review helps us move in the right direction.
30d+ ago
1.0
Mining Village Manager
Jun 2025Onslow WA 67101 to 2 years in the role, former employee
Poor. the way you are treated is as less than a number but more as cannon fodder so the people who control the financial budgets responsible are not going to take responsibility
The good thingsThe weather, the friend I made
The challengesManagement in Adelaide, cost cutting to the point that client complaints start rolling in. Then it is the site managers fault and you are thrown under the bus
4 people found this helpful
People and Culture TeamThanks for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re sorry to hear your experience wasn’t what you hoped for. We’re committed to learning and improving, and every review helps us move in the right direction.
30d+ ago
1.0
Chef
Jun 2025Katherine & Northern Australia NTLess than 1 year in the role, former employee
interesting place to workpostitives finishing work, free soap, icy cold filtered water avail 24 7
Negatives, Door to the room didnt close or lock, Managment are unrealstic cut your hours and expect way more work then you can do, food was terrible
2 people found this helpful
People and Culture TeamThanks for sharing your experience. Leadership and clarity are incredibly important, and we know we don’t always get it right. We’re actively working to improve how we communicate strategy and direction, and insights like yours help us get better.
30d+ ago
3.0
Driver Guide
May 2025Mount Surprise QLD 4871Less than 1 year in the role, former employee
I loved the environment and showing it to people, that's strongly offset by lack of pleasant management.
The good thingsBeautiful environment, proud to show it to people. Other guides are excellent to work with.
The challengesManagement toxic, uninformed of duties but expected to perform them.Hours less than advised.New staff acquired but insufficient work for existing staff. New staff got formal high-level training that I was denied. I may have been setup for termination. No performance feedback. Shops 3 to 4 hours.
People and Culture TeamThanks for sharing your experience. Leadership and clarity are incredibly important, and we know we don’t always get it right. We’re actively working to improve how we communicate strategy and direction, and insights like yours help us get better.
30d+ ago
2.0
General Manager
May 2025Adelaide SA 50002 to 3 years in the role, former employee
Good stepping stone, but too much chaos to stay long term
The good thingsCan stay in caravan parks, yoga in office
The challengesMany CIO’s in my time, leadership direction changed often, execs pulled my team in different directions. Everyone felt pressure, making teams overworked, hard to prioritise or plan - last minute changes always.
3 people found this helpful
People and Culture TeamThanks for sharing your experience. Leadership and clarity are incredibly important, and we know we don’t always get it right. We’re actively working to improve how we communicate strategy and direction, and insights like yours help us get better.
30d+ ago
4.0
Senior Manager
May 2025Adelaide SA 5000Less than 1 year in the role, current employee
I was pleasantly surprised by the maturity and ongoing rapid growth of this organisation. The culture and people are great and it's clear they are investing in the right tools and systems to drive the business forward.
The good thingsThis is such a fun and passionate organisation to work for with a clear direction for the future. Opportunities are everywhere if you are up for the challenge to take this big small business to the next level, and backed by a great team.
The challengesTighter budgets in Parks mean it's a slower process for change however people are highly empowered and managers are always open to new ideas and improvements.
People and Culture TeamThanks so much for taking the time to leave a review. We’re glad to hear you’ve had a great experience at G’day Group — we’re proud of our people, our purpose, and the passion that drives us every day. Appreciate the support!
30d+ ago
3.0
People & Culture
Apr 2025Adelaide SA 50002 to 3 years in the role, former employee
A passionate business, can go far - limited by systems, leadership tenue and turnover
The good thingsFrontline teams are passionate and hardworking. There’s room to take initiative, and the pace means you’re exposed to a variety of projects. Great opportunity for self-starters to make an impact if you're comfortable navigating ambiguity. New office is great, park discounts and overall network.
The challengesHR is seen as transactional with little operational alignment. Executive HR Leadership lacks large-scale experience. “Showcase” work is prioritised over substance, and employee surveys feel more like a search for dissent than a tool for genuine feedback. Projects are based on personal wants.
4 people found this helpful
People and Culture TeamThanks for your honest feedback. It’s true — we move quickly, and there’s a lot happening as we grow and evolve. With that comes big opportunity, but we know it can be a challenge too. We’re working hard to support our team through that pace of change, and we appreciate your perspective.
30d+ ago
1.0
Housekeeping Attendant
Apr 2025Bunbury & South West WALess than 1 year in the role, former employee
You are just a number here
The good thingsVery little, unfortunately. Perhaps the location or working outdoors might appeal to some.
The challengesUnrealistic workloads and understaffing, especially during peak periods
Poor time management leading to rushed and incomplete tasks
Bias and unfair task distribution
Management unwilling to accept feedback; creates a culture of fear and sickened
inadequate tools and PPE
Micromanagement very common
2 people found this helpful
People and Culture TeamThanks for sharing your experience. Leadership and clarity are incredibly important, and we know we don’t always get it right. We’re actively working to improve how we communicate strategy and direction, and insights like yours help us get better.
30d+ ago
1.0
Housekeeper
Apr 2025Bunbury & South West WALess than 1 year in the role, former employee
A job that you can keep for a short period of time waiting for something else
The good thingsAverage pay rate for the role
The challengesManagement not ready to lead a team and answer questions, chaotic environment without a plan to improve work quality. Low number of weekly shifts and not worker friendly
3 people found this helpful
People and Culture TeamThanks for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re sorry to hear your experience wasn’t what you hoped for. We’re committed to learning and improving, and every review helps us move in the right direction.
30d+ ago
1.0
Housekeeping Attendant
Mar 2025Port Augusta SA 5700Less than 1 year in the role, former employee
Don’t work there. Very toxic.
The good thingsPaid fortnightly. Local.
The challengesToxic environment. Poor management.
4 people found this helpful
People and Culture TeamThanks for sharing your experience. Leadership and clarity are incredibly important, and we know we don’t always get it right. We’re actively working to improve how we communicate strategy and direction, and insights like yours help us get better.
30d+ ago
1.0
Qualified Skipper
Mar 2025Lake Argyle WA 6743Less than 1 year in the role, former employee
Don't bother unless you want to be treated like a number. There are better options out there.
The good thingsLocation and other staff.
The challengesDealing with arrogant management who couldn't care less about you. The staff meals were often inedible and accommodation was dirty. Pay often wrong and took a long time to get fixed. Safety of staff, non existent.
4 people found this helpful
People and Culture TeamWe appreciate your feedback. Regional and remote roles offer a unique lifestyle and experience, but we know they can also come with challenges. We’re committed to supporting our teams on the ground with the tools, leadership and connection they need to thrive — and we thank you for your honesty.
30d+ ago
2.0
Kitchen Assistant
Jan 2025McCracken SA 5211
Didn't enjoy the work here at all, never going back!
The good thingsworking in a resort for the first time and much quieter then a hotel.
The challengesDealing with arrogant chefs
3 people found this helpful
People and Culture TeamThanks for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re sorry to hear your experience wasn’t what you hoped for. We’re committed to learning and improving, and every review helps us move in the right direction.
30d+ ago
2.0
Marketing Department
Dec 2024Adelaide SA 5000
Not for everyone
The good thingsIt's a nice industry to be in, holiday/travel.
The challengesManagement, pace of work, expectation.
3 people found this helpful
1.0
Team Member
Dec 2024Adelaide SA 5000
Should be the last place for anyone to think about working - management sucks !!
The good thingsOffice setup is good
The challengesPoor Management - no clear communication, no clarity of role, no timely feedback, treating people like numbers. They won't meet you to set expectations and shock with their rude feedback. Expecting the moon in first few days of work - no work related trainings.
6 people found this helpful
1.0
Supervisor
Nov 2024Port Augusta SA 5700Less than 1 year in the role, current employee
While working for discovery parks, I have found that management to follow through with formal complaints & head office don’t take complaints seriously. Do not recommend to anyone if you want to be treated poorly at work.
The good thingsMet some lovely guests from all over & made some awesome mates
The challengesOther staff members that don’t listen or change things when your on days off. Head office not taking complaints seriously.
4 people found this helpful
1.0
Support Office
Mar 2024Adelaide SA 5000
Support Office - Don't waste your time
The good thingsStaff rate to stay at the park
The challengesThe most toxic work environment I have ever encountered. An oblivious uncaring C-Suite who think they are above it all. The place is a revolving door of staff. The systems are completely inadequate. For a company in the hospitality industry, caring about the park guests is at the very bottom of the list.
14 people found this helpful
1.0
Housekeeper
Sep 2023Coffin Bay SA 5607
Won't ever recommend them to anyone
The good thingsInjoyed the work but the management had no idea what they were doing and didn't order anything and were rude to staff
The challengesRedickules management
8 people found this helpful
1.0
Receptionist
Jul 2023Emerald Beach NSW 24563 to 4 years in the role, former employee
Could be a great environment to work in but not under discovery park’s management
The good thingsMeeting holiday guests
The challengesWorking under management and head office bureaucrats that have no in park experience or regards for casual employees
11 people found this helpful
5.0
Manager
May 2023Adelaide SA 5000
Fun, dynamic and growing company.
The good thingsGreat staff benefits. Loved the staff accommodation discount.
The challengesfast growing business
1 person found this helpful
3.0
F&B specialist
Mar 2023Less than 1 year in the role, former employee
really enjoyed the people i worked with, new manager of my department didn't know enough about my category and wasn't supportive or proactive, only looking out for himself.
The good thingsMy team members and meeting new co-workers.
The challengesa lot of office politics, even when you can make a huge difference and save vast sums of money, there are too many people who don't like change and stop you from progressing, lots of people like to have lots of meetings about doing lots of work but actually don't do anything.
3.0
Allrounder
Dec 20227 to 8 years in the role, former employee
Great then it turned absolutely horrible do not work there a lot of people have worked for a few days then left.
The good thingsWorking for the company for a very long time it was great, customers, staff and management even head office. Then in last 2 years of me working there it turned horrible new management and head office only cared about money. Lost a lot of regulars.
The challengesManagement and Head office do not care as long as it involves money they do not care even HR is terrible. Why have training and guidelines if they can't be followed
12 people found this helpful
5.0
Retail Manager
Oct 2022Less than 1 year in the role, former employee
Loved it and grateful for opportunity to live and work out there
The good thingsStrong support from management
The challengesThe nearest other coffee option was 40kms away
4.0
Receptionist
Oct 2022former employee
Overall quite good! Clearly had challenges but ultimately areas in which the company can grow
The good thingsGreat team and flexibility with work and/ or requested holidays
The challengesContacting head office proved difficult. Pay wasn't always accurate and required correcting, as this was also needed to be conducted via head office it would be delayed. No formal training provided and team skills were often mismatched
2 people found this helpful
1.0
Head Office employee
Aug 20221 to 2 years in the role
Working at Discovery leaves you drained both physically and mentally
The good thingsManager, park visits, interesting work
The challengesPoor leadership, lack of support, no work life balance
10 people found this helpful
1.0
Assistant Manager
May 2022Less than 1 year in the role, former employee
"Workplace like no other" quoted and sure was! Absolutely the worst I have ever encountered in my lifetime.
The good thingsThe team who try but end up leaving
The challengesPoor upper management ethic.
7 people found this helpful
1.0
Caretaker
Apr 2022Less than 1 year in the role, former employee
Horrible. Dont work for this company.
The good thingsNot a lot really. Some of the other staff were good to work with.
The challengesEverything they just want profit profit dont give a stuff about saff. No morale.
5 people found this helpful
1.0
Maintenance Role
Mar 2022Less than 1 year in the role, former employee
Staff turnover on a daily basis says it all!
The good thingsPlaces to visit after work.
The challengesTrying to communicate with management who had no idea what they were doing. Was not treated as a person but purely a number. Worst place I have ever worked.
6 people found this helpful
1.0
Office
Feb 2022Stay away, toxic, bad culture, clock watchers, could go on and on
The good thingsNot much, pay was alright, that’s it!
The challengesToxic head office culture, departments that do not want to work together internally, management set in ways and will not change, from the top down…would not wish worse enemy to work in their head office!
11 people found this helpful
1.0
Allrounder
Feb 2022Company doesn't look after it's staff
The good thingsGreat Manager & coworkers
The challengesWorking extremely under staffed. No support from the Area Manager.
8 people found this helpful
5.0
Receptionist
Jan 2022Less than 1 year in the role, former employee
I loved working there i miss it to this day
The good thingsThe people i worked with and the people i meet I loved doing my job i loved being and doing reception work i loved it there
The challengesWas trying to get more hours during covid i actually had to quit because there wasn't any hours i was able to get
1 person found this helpful