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    Work/Life balance
    3.5(12 ratings)
    Career development
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    Benefits & perks
    3.1(12 ratings)
    Management
    2.9(12 ratings)
    Working environment
    3.1(12 ratings)
    Diversity & equal opportunity
    4.0(12 ratings)
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    2.0
    Sales Manager
    Apr 2025
    Mordialloc VIC 3195Less than 1 year in the role, former employee
    I would steer clear of working here.
    The good thingsThe majority of the lower level staff are friendly.
    The challengesThe owner seems more interested in cooking scones with the staff than listening to advise on where improvements can be made. If you're not in the "gang" then life can be difficult for you. There are some toxic staff members.
    1 person found this helpful
    5.0
    Office Administrator
    Mar 2025
    Wollongong, Illawarra & South Coast NSW7 to 8 years in the role, current employee
    Fun, Fast-Paced and Family Orientated Company
    The good thingsFamily orientated business with room to grow. Very accommodating and understanding of any personal/family issues. Fun place to work with a fantastic team.
    The challengesCan be stressful at times, but this comes with any workplace.
    5.0
    Marketing
    Aug 2024
    Moorabbin VIC 3189current employee
    Love the business, love the brand, LOVE the people.
    The good thingsWorking at Hotondo Homes has been an exceptional experience from day one. The positive and collaborative atmosphere here fosters both individual and team growth, making it a dynamic place to work. Engaging with different departments is not only easy but also enjoyable, as we all share common goals that drive our collective success. The sense of camaraderie is strong, creating a work environment that is genuinely fun and fulfilling. The open-door policy ensures that communication is always transparent, and ideas are not just heard—they are celebrated and implemented. At Hotondo Homes, you truly have the opportunity to thrive, both professionally and personally. I’m incredibly proud to be part of such an amazing team.
    The challengesChallenges are more-so around the dynamic and changing world of advertising & marketing, but changes and being flexible in this space is fully supported by the team.
    5.0
    Building Manager
    Aug 2024
    Moorabbin VIC 31891 to 2 years in the role, current employee
    Great group of people with expertise in several areas, fast paced enviroment.
    The good thingsWorking with a diverse range of people, Directors door is always open
    The challengesTaking over a role that had not been done successfully
    5.0
    Web Developer
    Aug 2024
    Moorabbin VIC 31893 to 4 years in the role, current employee
    Hotondo Homes offers numerous growth opportunities in a dynamic, collaborative environment. The supportive and approachable culture helps employees enhance their skills while contributing to the company’s success.
    The good thingsHotondo Homes an exceptional place to work, especially for growth-seeking and career-minded professionals. The company offers a variety of learning opportunities, where employees are encouraged to take on new challenges and explore their skill sets, fostering a dynamic and engaging work environment. What makes Hotondo Homes different is the collaborative work culture and the support from colleagues, making it a great place to enhance your skills while helping the company grow simultaneously. One thing I personally love the most is that everyone is approachable, which helps a lot in understanding the business and working together to achieve common goals.
    The challengesExploring different areas of the business can be overwhelming at first
    1.0
    Sales Role
    Oct 2022
    1 to 2 years in the role, former employee
    Waste of time and a huge financial loss as based on retainer plus commission, still waiting for commissions to be paid.
    The good thingsThe Franchise Model is OK but the product and designs are not conducive with Queensland buyer needs and most plans need to be modified to comply with QDC and Qld Code requirements. Good advertising and marketing support from Master Franchise.
    The challengesPoor Management, lack of pricing structure, no urgency in completing pre-contract phases, lack of supplier or trade support, extremely long build times and very dissatisfied customers precluding any referral or repeat business.
    1 person found this helpful
    2.0
    Management
    Mar 2020
    Good experience. Very toxic work environment and management.
    The good thingsReasonable work hours
    The challengesConstant senior management turnover. 8 bosses in two years.
    2 people found this helpful
    1.0
    Site Manager
    Nov 2019
    1 to 2 years in the role, former employee
    A learning experience. Dealing with difficult situations with difficult people and managing to remain calm and professional in the midst of adversity.
    The good thingsMet some lovely customers.
    The challengesWorking for a small builder who disliked people.
    3.0
    Sales Role
    May 2019
    1 to 2 years in the role, former employee
    Good and bad
    The good thingsWork life balance. Floor plans were easy to read
    The challengesLack of understanding about the different territories from head office. Poor commission structure
    1.0
    Area Sales Manager
    Oct 2017
    Lack clear understanding of what the fraanchisees need the most of all. Lack a leadership growth environment.
    The good thingsFamily Business culture
    The challengesValuing the Franchisees lack of experience in business. Understanding the role of a franchisor and obligations to its members in providing the appropriate tools for the business.
    1 person found this helpful
    4.0
    Sales Consultant
    Oct 2017
    Less than 1 year in the role, current employee
    Been very trying at times but worth it when commissions start to come through.
    The good thingsVery good work life balance. Not an overly hard job to do. Rewarding when customer is happy and agrees to go ahead.
    The challengesCan be very slow to get things started. Reliant on a lot of outside factors when it comes to commission being paid
    5.0
    Sales Consultant
    Sep 2015
    Ensuring the journey of building their Dream Home is just that, a fantastic and rewarding experience
    The good thingsYou can make as much money as opportunities and your ability allows. Great product, established reputation and service. Excellent sales training and support. Management are willing to listen, take new ideas on board and adapt. This can be a great opportunity if your are entrepreneurial and wish to have the advantages of owning a business without the normally associated overheads that incurs.
    The challengesNot normally a Salary Position, remuneration is based on a retainer plus commission or perhaps commission only. You will need to verify this and make sure you are financially able to survive and hopefully flourish in this type of environment. You need to be disciplined, sincere and be motivated helping people make one of the most important investment and lifestyle choices in their life. If you have built a new home with a builder, have sound business acumen, sales experience and thrive on helping people this could be the sales/business opportunity for you!
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