2023 Winner of Telstra Best of Business Awards- Indigenous Excellence
Indigenous Excellence Embracing, learning from and celebrating our First Australians can make us stronger and more united as a country. This category is for Indigenous-led, owned and operated small and medium-sized businesses succeeding through entrepreneurialism, innovation and inspiring the next generation of all Australians.
About our Company
From the beginning, the vision of the business was endurance and being able to provide sustainable work to the community. The mission is to continue this legacy into the next generation and beyond, shaping the business with the knowledge of the industry and market trends for this region well into the future.
Hillery Group own and operate 5 quarries in the Bowen & Collinsville regions, lease a sand reserve in the Don River, provide quarry products to the mining and civil construction companies, provide landscaping supplies and plant hire. We undertake civil and rail construction projects for companies such as: Aurizon, Bowen Rail Company, Abbot Point Coal Port, and Whitsunday Regional Council.
Life at Hillery Group
Our customer-centricity, flexibility, and dynamism are our competitive advantages. At Hillery group, we believe that investing in long-term relationships ensures quality customer service. Whenever possible, we act to benefit the communities in which we have the privilege to operate. Throughout the years, we have donated labour, equipment and materials to a variety of local organisations whose mission is to enhance and sustain our community.
Taking care of our employees is essential to us. We provide a safe, family atmosphere with rewarding career advancement opportunities. Managing risks associated with employee safety and product quality is one of our innovative approaches to guaranteeing compliance with all safety and quality procedures.
Hillery Group Values
Family/Community- it’s who we are, what we are, past and future.
Accountability- we stand by what we do.
Integrity- it’s how we operate.
Respect- our team, our clients, each other.
Reputation- every moment matters.
Benefits
At Hillery Group, we believe in supporting our employees both personally and professionally with a range of benefits that help them thrive, including:
Professional Development Programs;
Social Club
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee Careers Program (ECP)
Employee Lifestyle Program that includes hypnosis for giving up smoking and/or drinking
Employee Exclusive Perks Club Card
Extensive internal training
Access to a Workplace Trainer/Assessor for building competencies.
Competitive Salaries
We believe in compensating our employees fairly for their hard work and dedication. Our salaries are competitive and reflective of industry standards.
Flexible Work Arrangements
We understand that everyone has different needs and responsibilities outside of work. That’s why we offer flexible options for change to the pattern of hours, part-time agreements, job sharing, working away from the office, and compressed working hours.
Health and Wellness
We believe in taking care of our employees’ physical and mental health. That’s why we offer comprehensive wellness programs and resources to help our team members stay healthy and happy.
Recognising Talent
We believe in recognising our high achievers, keeping them happy and productive and continue to develop their skills for a career pathway.
Performance Management System
Why we implement a performance management system:
Create career growth; improve performance; increase employee engagement; allow for meaningful conversations; clarifies expectations; evaluate goals; guide current projects; traceability of development journey; addresses areas for improvement; determine training; strengthen team bonds, refocus work, and remunerate top performers.
Cross Training
We want our employees to be their best, and that is why we provide the opportunity to learn another set of skills. We want to make sure we take out the motonomy and create workforce sustainability.