Careers

Plenary is a people business. We look for high-performing professionals with a commitment to excellence in the procurement, delivery and management of public infrastructure.

We offer a work environment that rewards performance and a culture where our people can thrive professionally and personally.

The range of professional disciplines we offer include finance, design and construction, project management, commercial development, asset management and operations, as well as a variety of corporate support functions.

In keeping with our values, we encourage a diverse workplace built on respect and fairness.

We regularly survey our staff so that they have the opportunity to share their views and working experiences, and to suggest ways in which we can continue to improve our business and workplace environment.

Plenary is committed to continuing to advance diversity and inclusion as a member of Diversity Council Australia. We have been recognised as a DCA Inclusive Employer for 2025-26, the third time we have received such recognition for our benchmark-exceeding diversity and inclusion results.

Life at Plenary

Key approaches, initiatives and programs in place in support of our diversity and inclusion commitments include:

Leadership and culture

We are committed to building future leader readiness, providing growth opportunities to develop leaders that are trusted and empowered to maintain our high performance culture and create impact.

Flexibility

We recognise the importance of flexible work arrangements in attracting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce.

While we work to outcomes, we understand the way individuals work to achieve these outcomes will vary and evolve.

We encourage our people to share their flexible work experiences as they continue to shape the future of work.

Employer of choice for gender equality

We have been recognised for our active commitment to achieving workplace gender equality, awarded a Workplace Gender Equality Agency Employer of Choice for Gender Equality through 2025.

Gender Pay Gap Employer Statement

We are extremely proud to have been certified as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality and to have reduced the total average remuneration gap for the 2022–23 reporting period. Our employer statement details the drivers of our pay gap, the commitments we have made to address the gap and our progress.     

Equal opportunity employer

Plenary is committed to a workplace free of discrimination on any protected grounds and is investigating ways it can further raise awareness of and support different genders, cultures, disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, religions and the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Intersex and Queer (LGBTIQ+) community within its workforce.

Gender balanced recruitment practices

We ensure our recruiters provide at least 50 per cent female candidates for any externally sourced role and that all interviewees are interviewed by at least one female throughout the process.

Flexible working arrangements

Most roles can be worked flexibly at Plenary, ensuring we are better able to meet the needs of our employees and clients.

Panel pledge

Plenary is committed to supporting gender balance in external panels and speaking events.

Bias awareness training

To aid in addressing some of the impact of bias on recruitment, remuneration and career progression, we have committed to include bias awareness training within the professional development framework for all staff.

Pay equity

Plenary undertakes gender pay equity and pay gap analysis annually to monitor and seek to remove potential bias in pay, promotions and opportunities whenever remuneration and promotion decisions are made.

Accessibility resources

Plenary is committed to considering accessibility when selecting office accommodation and project offices and provides assistive technology to enable people with disabilities to be an active part of the workplace.

Wellbeing focus

Plenary has initiatives and programs in place that support the physical, mental, and social wellbeing of our staff. This includes offering a range of physical and mental health and wellbeing initiatives, employee benefit programs and volunteering days.

We understand the importance of holistic wellbeing. We are committed to creating and maintaining a workplace that supports our employees physical, mental and emotional needs.

Individual development

We are committed to ensuring you are successful in your current role as well as supported to develop into your next role.

We have targeted development for teams and individuals, building skills to adapt and support growth across all levels and geographies

Employee benefits, rewards and recognition 

Our employee benefits, and reward and recognition programs have been tailored based on where you work to allow us to remain competitive to attract and retain talent within Plenary.

Current opportunities

Register your interest to find out more about upcoming opportunities in Asia Pacific.