Careers
Meet the family
At McDonald Jones Homes we are lucky to be a part of the NEX Building Group with a combined team of nearly 1300 committed, passionate and hardworking staff who are focused on providing the best possible experience for our customers. We believe that what we do is about so much more than bricks and mortar, we have a significant role in helping families across Australia to realise their dreams.
With office locations throughout ACT and NSW and new display homes opening in brand new locations all the time, our team is expanding and becoming stronger as we strive to realise our mission and vision.
Despite our rapid growth, we have maintained our strong connection with family in everything we do.
Current job opportunities
If you are ready to start your journey and become part of an award winning, growing Australian company, there’s a few ways you can register your interest in becoming part of the team. You can apply for our current roles via seek, or register your interest via the NEX Building Group website.
Our Values
Safety
The first consideration in everything we do.
Honesty
We demonstrate respect and integrity in everything we do.
People
We treat employees like family and customers like guests
Quality
We strive to continuously improve ourselves and our business to do…
Teamwork
It’s not about individuals, we work together as one great team.
Responsible
We honour our promises and acknowledge our mistakes.
Customer service
We deliver an unbeatable customer service.
Employee benefits
When you begin your career with us you will enjoy more than just a job. At McDonald Jones Homes, we treat one another like family. We care, we help, and we encourage each other. We are committed to supporting you in the journey to discovering greatness both at work and outside of work. One of the ways we do this is through providing exceptional benefits and support at every stage of your life and career.
Balancing work and personal life
As strong believers in family, we encourage our staff to have a healthy balance between their work and personal life. For roles within the business that can accommodate flexibility, we offer flexible working hours to give you the time to take care of yourself or your family when necessary. Over and above annual leave, we also offer eligible employees 8 weeks paid parental leave.
Reward and recognition
Once you begin your career with us you will enjoy a competitive salary and access to a Superannuation Plan specifically designed for McDonald Jones by AMP, offering reduced fees, insurances, and membership benefits. We are committed to showing our appreciation and gratitude for the commitment and loyalty of our employees through bi-annual staff awards and service awards, however we also like to take the time to acknowledge a job well done by a fellow employee daily.
Developing your career
We encourage you to continually improve your skills through training and development, so that we can in turn provide a better experience for our customers. We give you the opportunity to have your ideas heard and support you along your career journey, wherever that may lead you. We also promote internal advancements and strive to assist you to move across and within the business to achieve your own professional goals and aspirations.
Caring for you and your family
Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) gives you and your immediate family access to a short-term, private counselling service to assist with any personal, family or work-related concerns. In addition, there is also an online EAP portal that can be accessed 24/7, providing information and tools to support physical, mental, financial, and family wellbeing. For staff at a management level, a Managers Portal is provided that offers assistance in supporting and developing their team.
Great company culture
As a company built on family values, we always appreciate and celebrate the differences that make our people unique. We also take every opportunity to celebrate the efforts and contribution each member of our team makes towards our vision through regular office gatherings, department get-togethers, team building days and our renowned and much anticipated end of year Christmas party.
The nice to haves
As a leader in new home building, we are able to pass on some of the benefits of our position in the industry to our staff. From discounts for suppliers and trades to a reduced price on building a McDonald Jones or Mojo home, we are happy to be able to share our success with our employees.
The recruitment process
We believe the recruitment and selection process should be a two-way street. It is an opportunity for us to learn about you, your experience, and your motivations. It is also an opportunity for you to research the relevant brand to ensure that both parties make good decisions.
Our recruitment process will vary depending on the role you have applied for and which brand and division the role belongs to.
Current job opportunities
If you are ready to start your journey and become part of an award winning, growing Australian company, there’s a few ways you can register your interest in becoming part of the team.
Our success and longevity is no accident – we put it down to one great team.
Our team is now made up of nearly 1300 people with diverse backgrounds, a range of skills, many inspiring ideas and the talent, loyalty and energy to turn our vision into a reality. We have many staff who have been with us since the very beginning, many who have shared years with us, and many who have joined us recently, however we all share the same love for a cleverly designed and well-built home and exceptional customer service. Review the types of roles available below.
Sales
While our customer’s come to us with their dream home in mind, our Sales staff are the people that help turn this dream into a reality. They love to find the perfect home to suit each unique family, no matter their needs, location, lifestyle, and desires. Based at our Display Homes, our Sales staff inspire our customers on a daily basis through their knowledge and experience of building new and are the very first step in every customer’s journey.
Construction
Just like the materials that go into each one of our homes, our Construction Supervisors and Managers offer something unique to every house we build. Our Construction Team are the faces our customers see throughout the build; they play a critical role in our customer’s journeys and help turn their vision into a reality through meticulous attention to detail and site management from the slab pour to practical completion of each home.
Customer Service
Our Customer Service Team have the gift of creating and holding a positive relationship with our customers. They are our trusted representatives and one of the key ingredients when it comes to ensuring our customer’s experiences is a pleasurable one. Our Client Liaison Officers keep our customers informed as their build progresses and communicate with the rest of our team throughout the process. Our Council Co-Ordinators partner with local councils to ensure the process for approval on behalf of our customers, is smooth and effective.
Production Estimating
Our Production Estimators are committed to careful attention to every detail. From every brick to every window frame, from the roof to the slab, our Production Estimators follow a detailed process and liaise with our trades and suppliers to order all the materials that go into the construction of any one of our new homes.
Production Drafting
Backed by a wealth of knowledge on good house design, our Production Drafting department is initially responsible for assessing each project against approval codes and estate guidelines so that our customers can feel confident that their new home plans are suitable for their site and budget. Once the customer approves the tender for their dream home, Production Drafting prepares the site plan, floor plan, elevations, drainage plans and any additional plans and schedules for other departments.
Sales Estimating
Our Sales Estimators and Coordinators are exceptionally organised, thorough and accurate in everything they do. They produce the sales estimates for each customer to support the building process and in accordance with design and construction requirements.
Purchasing
Our Purchasing Team ensures that our customers are getting the best possible price on every little thing that goes into their homes. Our Purchasing Officers manage our relationships with suppliers and trades people and seek to get the best possible rates, quality and service from every business we partner with.
Work, Health and Safety
Our Work, Health and Safety team looks out for our employees and any workers involved in the construction of our homes. Equipped with an in-depth knowledge of the moral and legal obligations of the company in regard to workplace safety, rehabilitation and workers compensation, the team ensures our staff and contractors work safely and in a secure environment.
Human Resources
Our Human Resources Team have a strong track record for successfully finding people that fit into the McDonald Jones culture, share our values and enjoy our way of life. Our Human Resources Manager and Officers are crucial to developing and delivering our recruitment and induction processes, performance management, policies and procedures and assist with employee culture and their career development.
Marketing
Our Marketing Team is the creative hub of the business, featuring talented marketing, advertising, digital, communications, writing and graphic design experts. The team collaborate and think outside the box to create and grow a successful brand and image for the company, which inspires people both externally and internally.
Interior Design
Our team of Interior Designers offer a fresh creative energy to all of our Display Homes through the creation of themes and unique interior design ideas that inspire visitors to visualise the vast potential of their McDonald Jones home. Our Interior Design team are consistently on top of the latest trends and source stunning pieces that demonstrate the liveability of any one of our designs.
Accounts
Our Accounts Department is made up of a team of mathematical, analysis and problem-solving specialists with a knack for preparing reports and spreadsheets that assist with budgeting, forecasting and managing the future of the business. Our Accounts Officers are sharp and efficient in processing accounts payable and receivable, and statutory and tax compliance.
Service and Warranty
Our proactive and versatile Service and Warranty Team are multi-skilled and completely committed to ensuring that our customers get the most from their new homes. The team conducts inspections of every home we build and carries out any rectification work required where requested. Our Service and Warranty Administrators work behind the scenes to support the employees that attend our homes.
MyChoice Design Studio
Our team of Interior Designers have an eye for creating the most stunning interiors that reflect the needs, desires, lifestyles and personalities of each of our unique customers. From fittings to colour choices, from home theatre packages to kitchen splashbacks, they are in tune with the latest market trends and suppliers to ensure that we provide the most valuable advice to our customers when it comes to creating a home that doesn’t just meet but surpasses their expectations.
Current job opportunities
If you are ready to start your journey and become part of an award winning, growing Australian company, there’s a few ways you can register your interest in becoming part of the team.