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Penfold Projects Pty Ltd is a progressive landscape design and construction company, servicing both the residential and commercial markets. Based in Brisbane, but with projects across Australia, we are more than capable of delivering on our reputation. For over 18 years, we have been involved in many of Australia’s most spectacular and innovative landscaping projects – for a client base that includes large public companies, private enterprise as well as both the State and Federal Governments. Our diverse range of services, staff experience and consistently high quality outcomes has seen Penfold Projects involved in many of Australia’s landmark construction projects. Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.

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What’s it like working at Penfold Projects?

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Employees at Penfold Projects value their friendly and supportive colleagues, creating an enjoyable workplace atmosphere. They appreciate the diversity of projects and opportunities to work with big name clients, with varied tasks keeping the work engaging. The company offers flexible working conditions and a convenient office location.

However, there are some potential challenges to consider. Working hours can extend beyond the contracted 38 hours per week, with some roles requiring 50-60+ hours. Employees have noted that obtaining information from management can be difficult at times. Additionally, the work can be physically demanding, particularly during the Australian summer months.

Recent reviews

1.0

Project Manager

Oct 2025

Brisbane QLD 4000Less than 1 year in the role, former employee

A reputation created in the past doesn't always mean a reputation carried Into the present

The good thingsGood office location

The challengesDemanding 50+hrs a week on a 38hr contract. A culture of backside covering and throwing others under the bus seems encouraged from the top down.

5.0

Human Resources

Jun 2022

1 to 2 years in the role, former employee

Amazing management team and positive company culture!

The good thingsGreat management team, couldn't of asked for a more supportive bunch of people. Great culture, flexible working conditions and a lot of support in training and developing our employees.

The challengesApart from navigating through COVID was a challenge, the company always worked hard to provide the staff with on-going work.

2.0

Supervisor

Oct 2020

Possibly the worst life choice ever made.

The good thingsSome of the great projects to work on… If you negotiate you can be paid well.

The challengesMany promises are made but never delivered, toxic working environment where everyone is out for everyone else.

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