WORKING AT GRUNDFOS

WORKING AT GRUNDFOS

WORKING AT GRUNDFOS

Grundfos Pumps Australia’s Head Office is located in Regency Park, South Australia, where approximately 90 employees are based across several business units. These business units consist of Manufacturing, Sales, Marketing, Technical Services and Finance and Administration. A further 70 employees are situated in Sales Offices around the country.

At Grundfos we understand that our people are the most important resource for the business. For this reason we are committed to growing a diverse team of talented, energetic and innovative people. At Grundfos you will be encouraged to develop your skills and undertake new challenges.

Kathy Szarvas, Internal Sales Officer, SA states:

“I am relatively new to Grundfos and during this time I have been amazed by the amount of support and encouragement shown to me in regards to my development within the company. Grundfos is a community rather than a workplace and I have felt a part of this community from the moment I walked through the door on my first day.”

WELCOME TO GRUNDFOS PUMPS With an annual production of over 16 million units, Grundfos Pumps is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of high quality pumps and pumping systems. The Grundfos Group is represented by more than 80 companies in excess of 55 countries.

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SUSTAINABILITY At Grundfos we are committed to doing business in a responsible and sustainable way. We design and manufacture pumps that demonstrate respect for the environment through energy efficient designs and use of selected sustainable materials.

OPEN & TRUSTWORTHYAt Grundfos we do what we say, and we say what we do. Our communication is open and honest among ourselves and with the world around us. We put the facts on the table – even when they are not pleasant.

INDEPENDENCEGrundfos is a private company where profit is a means to growth – not a goal in itself. We ensure a healthy financial foundation at all times by re-investing capital to develop and expand the Group.

GUIDED BY OUR VALUES

RELENTLESSLY AMBITIOUSAt Grundfos we never stop challenging ourselves to create better solutions faster. We take pride in delivering premium quality in everything we do. We show leadership and innovate for the future.

FOCUSED ON PEOPLEAt Grundfos, we develop the individual. Everyone in Grundfos has passion, potential and the power to influence. We strive to make every employee feel respected and valued.

PARTNERSHIPGrundfos creates value through close relations with customers, suppliers and other stakeholders. We are a global company, building on local entrepreneurship and believe that diversity drives innovation and growth.

A strong set of values binds the people at Grundfos together. The values empower us to embrace new perspectives in our thinking and to generate ideas that can improve the future for us and also for the world around us.

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THE GRUNDFOS CULTURE At Grundfos we aim to recruit, retain and develop the most qualified and competent people. We accomplish this by providing flexibility, encouragement and opportunities to challenge and develop professionally and personally.

CELEBRATING SUCCESSReach for the Stars Award: A local and global management nominated reward recognising top sales performers.The Extra Mile Award: A quarterly peer and management nominated award to reward employees who have gone ‘the extra mile’.Service Awards: A biannual event where the entire organisation comes together to celebrate employee service.

DIVERSITYAt Grundfos we believe strongly in treating employees equally irrespective of gender, age, race and religion. We also have a commitment to providing employment to individuals on special terms, including those with disabilities, reduced working capacity and long-term unemployed individuals.

SOCIALSocial Club (Selective States): Several Social Club activities are planned throughout the year for Grundfos Social Club members.The Grundfos Olympics (Denmark): Every 4 years selected Grundfos employees from all over the world visit the Grundfos Head Quarters in Denmark to participate in competitions within several different sporting categories.

FLEXIBLE WORK ARRANGEMENTS Grundfos actively encourage a healthy work-life balance in the workplace by offering flexible work arrangements to suit individual needs.

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ONGOING SUPPORTAt Grundfos we believe in encouraging and supporting our employees to reach their full potential by providing development, training and job advancement opportunities. Grundfos are also committed to providing an adaptable working environment which can accommodate changes in personal circumstances.

Neil Cavalli, Account Manager, WA says:

“I have been with Grundfos for over 13 years and during this time I have always felt that I had people within the organisation that were only too willing to support me. Grundfos takes the needs of their employees seriously and are committed to encouraging the development of their people.”

SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITYHigh on our agenda is improving the environment by monitoring not only our own carbon footprint, but by providing ongoing support to initiatives such as ‘Caring for Climate’. We have also developed a voluntary based global sustainability programme called ‘Grundfos brings Water2Life’, that aids in providing safe water for some of the world’s poorest people. Employees can make a difference in several ways including donating directly, becoming volunteer champions who spread the campaign message, or by initiating activities in order to raise money for Water2Life water projects.

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EMPLOYEE DEVELOPMENT Talent Development Program: Referred to as the ‘Talent Engine’, is designed to create a strong and diverse team of talented specialists, innovators and leaders on a global and local level.

Employees on this program have access to development opportunities like mentoring, coaching, master classes and strategic assignments.

Annual Employee Development Dialogues (EDD): The purpose of the EDD is to clarify and set expectations, objectives, tasks and professional and personal development between manager and employee.

INTERNATIONAL ASSIGNMENTS As we are a global company, many employees have the opportunity to undertake challenging and rewarding assignments abroad. International assignments typically last between 6 months and 3 years and fall under the following three categories:• Personalandprofessionaldevelopmentin

conjunction with a long-term career plan• Internationalassignmentstoexchange

professional know-how and to acquire new competencies

• Overseasemploymentforthosekeenon acquiring international experience

John Zarnke, Production Supervisor, SA states:

“Grundfos has offered me opportunities for personal and career development. I started working on the shopfloor and the Grundfos culture of continuous training and talent recognition created a pathway for me into the leadership team. I’ve been very fortunate to be able to travel overseas, attend special functions and work with a team of diverse, dedicated and talented people.”

GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT

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BENEFITSWithin Grundfos we believe in rewarding our employees by means of offering a number of benefits in addition to base compensation.

EMPLOYEE REFERRAL PROGRAM When current employees successfully refer a candidate to Grundfos they receive a reward for their referral.

HEALTH & WELLBEING We encourage an active and healthy lifestyle by offering the following benefits:• Fruitatwork• Annualflushots• Corporatediscountsonhealthinsurance

• Freeemployeeassistanceprogram

STUDY ASSISTANCEAt Grundfos we can offer support to employees for external study opportunities.

ANNUAL INCENTIVE SCHEME When Grundfos as a company is succeeding, then rewards flow on to employees. It is possible for employees to earn up to 25% on top of the base salary if national sales targets and employee personal and team KPI’s are met.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS CARD All Grundfos employees are entitled to an employee benefits card which gives employees discounts for hundreds of products and services around the country including dining.

COMPANY CLOTHINGAt Grundfos we provide appropriate safety apparel to employees working within the Manufacturing and Service business units. There may also be opportunities to receive Grundfos branded business shirts within other business units.

INTERESTED IN JOINING US?

To view the latest Grundfos Pumps Pty Ltd job vacancies, please visit our website www.grundfos.com.au or current online employment websites.If you are interested in a career at Grundfos, but are unable to find a suitable current vacancy, we invite you to register your interest on our website.

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Grundfos Pumps Pty Ltd 515 South Road Regency Park SA 5010 Australia Phone (08) 8461 4611 Fax (08) 8340 0155

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