Property Graduate Program

We are Woolworths Group. 200,000+ bright minds, passionate hearts and unique perspectives connected by a shared Purpose – ‘to create better experiences together for a better tomorrow.’ It’s that Purpose that fuels our ambition to explore new ideas, make brave commitments and innovate better ways to meet the food and everyday needs of more than 24 million customers every week. 

If you’re excited to turn today’s blue sky thinking into a better tomorrow for future generations, you’ll find yourself supported and enriched in an dynamic, inclusive and empowering workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve. With a culture of genuine care, a flexible approach to work and opportunities across the group to grow your career and make a meaningful impact, the possibilities for what we can achieve together are endless.

Ready to Shape the Future?

Did you know that Woolworths Group currently owns and leases a fleet of over 3,500 stores and distribution centres?

Our Property Team provides strategy and management for purchasing, developing, and maintaining our commercial property portfolio which is one of the biggest in corporate Australia. This scale brings an unparalleled opportunity to kick start a rewarding career whatever your field of study.

Operating for nearly 100 years in communities across Australia, Woolworths’ 180,000 diverse and inclusive team members create better experiences together for a better tomorrow.

Connecting 20 million customers weekly with good food and more everyday through convenient stores, services, seamless digital experiences and a leading loyalty program across more than 1,250 Woolworths Supermarkets, Woolworths NZ, Woolworths Metro and Big W locations.

The Woolworths property team delivers end to end results through dedicated experts in property management, property development and asset management creating value through connected customer experiences and tailored stores and complementary services across a portfolio of retail, industrial and mixed-use developments.

We strive to live the Woolworths Property purpose - we create better places for a better tomorrow - and shine a light on liveable and sustainable places created through community partnerships to shape and deliver modern placemaking.

Leading technology and digital platforms are integrated with physical retail to deliver a seamless customer experience and seize emerging growth opportunities. We continue to adapt our business to manage the impacts of climate change and ensure the voices, ideas, and culture of First Nations communities inform the planning, design, and delivery of our developments.

What you’ll do

As one of the largest in-house retail Property teams, you will work alongside our highly experienced teams within Property Development, Property Management, Asset Management and Network Planning to deliver the best property network for our customers and communities.

• Work with our skilled team members and partner landlords on existing and future lease opportunities
• Work on exciting development projects at various stages of the development process, from feasibility to delivery
• Assist in the management of our diverse property portfolio from shopping centres to industrial buildings to commercial offices.
• Learn from a team of experienced and passionate property professionals
• Develop fundamental property, commercial and business partnering skills

What you’ll bring 

Fresh thinking, an open mind, a desire to make a difference and a passion and/or curiosity for property.

You will be a new or recent graduate with a Bachelor degree qualification. We have had great success with candidates from various fields of study, so property specific qualifications are not required.

Previous work experience, particularly within Woolworths Group or other retailers, would be ideal.

A commitment to work in Sydney, as this 2 year graduate program and any subsequent permanent role will be based in Sydney.

What you’ll experience 

Our Team Members are at the heart of everything we do and we’re always looking for ways to support your career journey and reward great work:

• A progressive and flexible ‘work from anywhere’ policy that gives you more control over your work, life and wellbeing 
• Team discounts across our range of Woolworths Group brands you know and love and a robust rewards program that celebrates and incentivises purpose-driven work
• As a leader in a crucial growth-focused role you will have regular exposure to our most senior business leaders in WooliesX and the broader Woolworths group and accumulate valuable experience to grow your career in surprising ways
• A range of programs to help you prioritise and manage your wellbeing, including 24/7 access to the Sonder app.
• A progressive and competitive leave policy that gives you more space for what matters to you

Everyone belongs at Woolworths Group

Creating better experiences begins with creating inclusive and safe environments where everyone is valued, supported and empowered to bring their whole self to work and do the best work of their careers. We believe that all team members should feel valued, respected and safe irrespective of your gender, race, culture, religious beliefs, education, age, disability, family responsibilities, sexual orientation and gender identity and we encourage applications from all candidates.

Together starts with you and we believe that everyone should have the opportunity to be their best, when applying for a role. Please let us know about any workplace adjustments or support that you may need.

Platinum Tier Employer - Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTQ+ inclusion

Employer of Choice for Gender Equality - Workplace Gender Equality Agency.

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