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Dulux Group

4.3
  • 1,000 - 50,000 employees

Dulux Group Graduate Programs & Internships

  • Retail & Consumer Goods

Headquartered in Australia, DuluxGroup is a leading marketer and manufacturer of premium branded home improvement and commercial construction products. Its portfolio of premium brands numbers more than 40 and includes household names and market leaders such as Dulux, Selleys sealants & adhesives, British Paints, Berger, Porter’s Paints, Cabot’s wood coatings, Yates garden care products, Seasol and B&D garage doors & openers. 

Founded more than a century ago, DuluxGroup today employs approximately 8,000 people throughout the world, including Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, China, the United Kingdom and France.

Our brands have been woven into the fabric of the communities in which we operate, helping our consumers to imagine and create better places and spaces in which to live and work. 

The DuluxGroup Difference

Here’s a sneak peek into what we offer our employees.

Learning and career development

From interactive workshops with your cohort, buddies and mentoring to lifelong learning on the job, we’re here to guide you and empower you to become the best version of yourself. You’ll work with a collaborative team, learn from experts, and grow your career with our diverse range of businesses and brands.  

Caring for our communities and the environment

At DuluxGroup, we prioritise the safety of our employees, and we're committed to leaving the environment in a better place than we found it. We 

We encourage our people to play give back to the communities in which we live and work, with our a role in their communities, including by offering a paid “Supporting Our Communities”paid  Community Action Day and other programs. action day each year. An commitment to safety and sustainability also drives us to deliver on our vision of "A Future Without Harm.”

Flexible Work

Rated #1 in Flexible work by Grad Australia in 2023. We understand that a “one size fits all” approach doesn’t work, and are committed to providing a flexible work environment that enables our people to be the best versions of themselves, at work and home. manage their work, family and lifestyle responsibilities in their own unique way. It is part of what we do and who we are.

Our Values & Behaviours

Dulux Group genuinely live and breathe our values; they underpin our high-performance culture and drive the delivery of our core purpose.

  • Be consumer driven, customer focused
  • Unleash your imagination
  • Value people, work safely and respect the environment
  • Run the business as your own

Other Perks

  • Opportunities to work flexibly at all stages of your career
  • Enjoy comprehensive, holistic health and well-being support, including our Wellbeing Hub and full EAP support
  • Let us cover the gap for you, employees with private health insurance extras cover can claim up to $1000 out of pocket gap costs annually
  • Give back to the communities in which we live and work, with our “Community Action Day” and other programs
  • Market leading Learning and Development initiatives and genuine career pathways to accelerate your growth
  • 20 weeks paid parental leave (primary carers) and 2 weeks paid partner leave available from the first day you start working with us.
  • Feel truly valued through our employee recognition programs
  • Enjoy generous discounts on DuluxGroup products and through our corporate partnerships

Recruitment Process

Early Careers What to ExpectDuluxGroup’s Graduate Development Program has an annual intake. For our 2024 Graduate Program, our recruitment process will commence in July 2023.

Those from all disciplines are welcome to apply. However, you’ll have an advantage if you’ve got a degree in accounting, business, chemistry, engineering, marketing, commerce, supply chain or IT. Being able to provide evidence of interpersonal communication and leadership skills, an innovative and creative mindset and ambition will also count in your favour.  

The process begins with a 5-minute online application form which involves uploading a CV. DuluxGroup’s standard recruitment stages are initial online application form; getting to know you; cognitive testing and video interview; interview/case study; pre-employment medical and formal offer.

If your application is successful, you’ll undertake a tailored three-year Graduate Development program. 

Previous graduates have worked in areas such as engineering, finance, HR, IT, marketing, sales, supply chain and R&D. You can expect to work across business units, locations and functions relevant to your qualification and career aspirations.

Remuneration & Career Growth

As a DuluxGroup Graduate, you will be offered many opportunities across your three-year program.

Early Careers Program

You may work across different functions, business units and sites. Twice a year you will come together to participate in development workshops, where you will learn:

  • Commercial skills
  • Project management
  • Effective communication and negotiation techniques
  • Presentation skills and much more

These are focused on building professional skills and leadership capabilities to help you build your career as a leader in our growing business, while also giving you exposure to networking opportunities with senior leaders. The role is demanding, challenging and rewarding.

Can you imagine anything better?

Graduate Reviews

Overall Score
4.3
Overall score based on 16 reviews
They Score Best in…
8.1
Culture
8.1
Satisfaction
8.4
Management
8.3
Work Hours
8.1
Culture
8.1
Satisfaction
8.4
Management
8.3
Work Hours
What Graduates Say About Them
  • Work life balance - everyone is respectful of differing working hours and will make sure team members aren't logging off too late.
  • + Flexibility of Work From Anywhere. I'm able to come to the office 2 - 3 days a week and WFH for the rest! + Grad's are given a lot of opportunities to grow and expand their knowledge in their fields as well as collaborate with multiple departments and Business Units
  • People focus is the best value I learned at DuluxGroun
  • Room for flexibility, autonomy, and growth.
  • The people + culture, engaging work, development opportunities and constant investment in your development too
  • Very people focused and supports progression within the company
  • Technology and systems are outdated, and the process to upgrading these are slow
  • Some of management can be set in their ways (not all) making it hard to push through new ideas.
  • The outdated systems and convoluted filing systems How old and far the office is
  • Complicated business structure
  • It is a large company, which has benefits in terms of lots of different job opportunities in the same company, but a minus would be if you do not drive your own development and career goals you can get lost.

Jobs & Opportunities

Locations With Jobs & Opportunities
  • New South Wales, Queensland, Victoria, South Australia, Western Australia
Hiring candidates with qualifications in
B
Business & Management
C
Creative Arts
E
Engineering & Mathematics
H
Humanities, Arts & Social Sciences
I
IT & Computer Science
L
Law, Legal Studies & Justice
M
Medical & Health Sciences
P
Property & Built Environment
S
Sciences
T
Teaching & Education
Current Jobs & Opportunities

Graduate Job

Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Darwin, Perth, Auckland, Wellington
Do you have the hunger and drive to develop critical skills in an organisation home to some of Australia and New Zealand’s most trusted brands?
Applications Close
23 Aug 2024
Start Date
17 Jan 2025 - 31 Jan 2025
Salary
AUD 65,000 - 70,000 / Year

Graduate Success Stories


  • Graduate stories
Once you start working full time you don’t have as much time to travel. So, whilst you are at Uni take advantage of those long breaks and explore the World! Not only will you have some amazing experiences, but you will also learn a lot about yourself.

Eleanor Wilcock

  • Graduate stories
Once you start working full time you don’t have as much time to travel. So, whilst you are at Uni take advantage of those long breaks and explore the World! Not only will you have some amazing experiences, but you will also learn a lot about yourself.

Eleanor Wilcock

  • Graduate stories
Volunteer, gain experience, work lots of jobs, and take all opportunities. I found that my degree got my foot in the door and got me an interview however, my work experience got me the job

Holly Albracht

  • Graduate stories
Volunteer, gain experience, work lots of jobs, and take all opportunities. I found that my degree got my foot in the door and got me an interview however, my work experience got me the job

Holly Albracht

  • Graduate stories
Once you start working full time you don’t have as much time to travel. So, whilst you are at Uni take advantage of those long breaks and explore the World! Not only will you have some amazing experiences, but you will also learn a lot about yourself.

Eleanor Wilcock

  • Graduate stories
Once you start working full time you don’t have as much time to travel. So, whilst you are at Uni take advantage of those long breaks and explore the World! Not only will you have some amazing experiences, but you will also learn a lot about yourself.

Eleanor Wilcock

  • Graduate stories
Volunteer, gain experience, work lots of jobs, and take all opportunities. I found that my degree got my foot in the door and got me an interview however, my work experience got me the job

Holly Albracht

  • Graduate stories
Volunteer, gain experience, work lots of jobs, and take all opportunities. I found that my degree got my foot in the door and got me an interview however, my work experience got me the job

Holly Albracht


A Day In The Life Of


  • Day in the life

Sidharth Simon Varghese

Sidharth Simon Varghese graduated with a Bachelor of Business (Major in International Business) at the Queensland University of Technology in 2020 and is now a Market Support Officer at DuluxGroup.
  • Day in the life

Sidharth Simon Varghese

Sidharth Simon Varghese graduated with a Bachelor of Business (Major in International Business) at the Queensland University of Technology in 2020 and is now a Market Support Officer at DuluxGroup.
  • Day in the life

Tori Clutton

Tori Clutton graduated with a Bachelor of Arts (Media & Communications) from Deakin University in 2012 and is now working as an Assistant Brand Manager - Cabot’s at DuluxGroup.
  • Day in the life

Tori Clutton

Tori Clutton graduated with a Bachelor of Arts (Media & Communications) from Deakin University in 2012 and is now working as an Assistant Brand Manager - Cabot’s at DuluxGroup.
  • Day in the life

Sidharth Simon Varghese

Sidharth Simon Varghese graduated with a Bachelor of Business (Major in International Business) at the Queensland University of Technology in 2020 and is now a Market Support Officer at DuluxGroup.
  • Day in the life

Sidharth Simon Varghese

Sidharth Simon Varghese graduated with a Bachelor of Business (Major in International Business) at the Queensland University of Technology in 2020 and is now a Market Support Officer at DuluxGroup.
  • Day in the life

Tori Clutton

Tori Clutton graduated with a Bachelor of Arts (Media & Communications) from Deakin University in 2012 and is now working as an Assistant Brand Manager - Cabot’s at DuluxGroup.
  • Day in the life

Tori Clutton

Tori Clutton graduated with a Bachelor of Arts (Media & Communications) from Deakin University in 2012 and is now working as an Assistant Brand Manager - Cabot’s at DuluxGroup.

Videos


Our Grad Program

Hear from our current and former graduates talk about what it's like to work at Dulux Group

What's the Dulux Group Grad Program Like?

Our Grads talk about what the best part of the program is

Our Grad Program

Hear from our current and former graduates talk about what it's like to work at Dulux Group

What's the Dulux Group Grad Program Like?

Our Grads talk about what the best part of the program is

Advice


How to secure a role in the DuluxGroup graduate program

One of Australia’s global success stories, DuluxGroup have dominated the premium paint market since 1918, when they first introduced their decorative products to Australian and New Zealand homes.

How to secure a role in the DuluxGroup graduate program

One of Australia’s global success stories, DuluxGroup have dominated the premium paint market since 1918, when they first introduced their decorative products to Australian and New Zealand homes.