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Government & Infrastructure

We partner with government to deliver essential maintenance across a range of settings from defence, schools, infrustructure, open spaces and buildings.

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Our extensive database of talent enables us to provide complete workforce solutions including staffing, permanent recruitment, managed workforces and training services.

Whether it be OHS, quality and environment specialists, project managers, engineers or tradespeople, we‘re able to supply you with the right people. We can place people in an array of roles, from rail and track maintenance to locomotive operations.

As a registered training organisation (RTO), we can help you by delivering accredited, industry-based training and assessment programs nationwide, including rail inductions and issuing Statements of Achievement and Certificates of Competency.

Leverage our facility management and property services experience in the government sector – ranging from local councils and public housing through to comprehensive multi-agency portfolios and public-private partnerships.

We’ve got the tools to support your business. Whether you need grounds services, property maintenance, design and project management for parks and open spaces, right through to the provision of a carpenter, construction worker, engineer or project manager. Our people are trade qualified with appropriate clearances and will be respectful of the strict safety and security protocols surrounding your site and assets.

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Whether you’re looking for casual work or a permanent role, Programmed will help find the right job and career path for you.

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If you’re requiring services in the government & infrastructure industries, Programmed can deliver. Driven by purpose. Built by people.

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Government workforce

Programmed has the proven capability in providing staffing solutions to Local, State and Federal Government agencies to achieve critical business and project outcomes through the provision of high-quality recruitment services.

Over the past 53 years, Programmed has supplied both blue and white-collar staffing services to Local Government Associations (LGA’s) across Australia. Our strong presence across many regional, remote and metropolitan locations embeds us in the local labour market, with an intricate understanding of local requirements. This local knowledge is a strong success factor in our relationships with communities, businesses and government departments.

As a member of Procurement Australia, Municipal Association of Victoria, Local Buy in Queensland and working with WALGA in WA and Local Government Procurement in NSW, we are experienced in recruiting for a variety of skill sets to local government nationally. Our services in the blue-collar space are predominantly within the civil/infrastructure, horticultural/environmental and engineering/automotive departments of local government.

White-collar roles are supplied across the spectrum of technical professional, corporate and administrative requirements.

Our key roles
  • Labourer
  • Plant Operator
  • Gardening, Landscaping and Maintenance
  • Electrical and Mechanical Engineers
  • Plumber
  • Waste Controller/ Waste Officer
  • Drivers (garbage truck and compactors)
  • Arborist
  • Lifeguard
  • Cleaner
  • Store workers
  • Plant operator
  • Fitter Machinist
  • Project Manager
  • Postal delivery services
  • Surveyor
  • Diesel Mechanic
  • General Hand

Infrastructure workforce

Programmed is a leading provider of staffing services to Australia’s infrastructure sector.

With a track record of supplying to major projects for a large portfolio of customers, we know the needs of your industry and how to meet them.

As sector specialists, we:

  • Provide around 2 million labour hours to the construction and infrastructure industry each year
  • Understand the physical requirements of infrastructure jobs
  • Use an exclusive flexibility screening process to identify workers at risk of injury
  • Know the PPE requirements for infrastructure sector jobs
  • Deliver industry-related training such as white card training
  • Manage operational peaks and troughs throughout projects
Our key roles
  • Agitator Driver
  • Civil Plant Operator
  • Asphalter
  • Driver
  • Labourer
  • Form Setter
  • Foreman
  • Rigger
  • Scaffolder
  • Construction Trades
  • Surveyor
  • Trade Assistant

Services Available

AV, Data Comms & Electrical
AV, Data Comms & Electrical AV, Data Comms & Electrical
Providing audio visual, data communications and electrical services to keep your people connected.
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Data & Communications
Data & Communications Data & Communications
You can rely on our professionalism, expertise and service to deliver the right solution for your data and communications needs.
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Managed AV (AVaaS)
Managed AV (AVaaS) Managed AV (AVaaS)
Audio Visual technology is an integral part of any modern organisation. And we are ready to partner with you from planning through to seamless integration, professional maintenance and comprehensive support.
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Support & Maintenance
Support & Maintenance Support & Maintenance
You can depend on us to be there anytime and every time you need assistance in troubleshooting or urgent maintenance works.
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Facility Management
Facility Management Facility Management
We operate, manage and maintain a wide range of public and privately owned facilities and assets across Australia & New Zealand. 
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Asset Management
Asset Management Asset Management
Providing a seamless end-to-end asset management practice so your operations run efficiently and strategically.
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Community Growth
Community Growth Community Growth
Our purpose is to build outstanding people, strong customers and great communities, through the power of a job done right.
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Innovation
Innovation Innovation
We leverage smart technology to bring new and better solutions that optimise asset effectiveness, availability and safety across your portfolio.
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Integrated Services
Integrated Services Integrated Services
When you’ve invested in a sophisticated, integrated system designed around optimised functionality and ease of use, keeping it serviced and performing is critical.
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Maintenance
Maintenance Maintenance
Every day across Australia, Programmed’s focus is helping our customers achieve their long-term maintenance objectives for their assets.
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Operations
Operations Operations
Our service delivery teams are supported by robust, flexible technology and a sustainability focus that brings greater efficiency and effectiveness to our services.
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Project Management
Project Management Project Management
Providing an end-to-end service from design to completion to deliver an efficient facility for effective daily use.
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Support Services
Support Services Support Services
Programmed supports our contracts with a range of corporate service teams delivering specialised services that are shared across multiple contracts.
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Professional  Recruitment
Professional  Recruitment Professional Recruitment
PERSOLKELLY is one of APAC's leading staffing and recruitment providers, with a depth and breadth of expertise across diverse industries.
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Property & Building Maintenance
Property & Building Maintenance Property & Building Maintenance
Extend the life of your assets through a safe, simple and streamlined solution
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Building Projects
Building Projects Building Projects
A full range of building services, from minor works, capital projects and/or construction – at your fingertips
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Commercial Painting
Commercial Painting Commercial Painting
From jobs requiring national scale resources to one-off repaints, Programmed delivers. And all work is done at times convenient to you.
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Essential Services
Essential Services Essential Services
Maintain the accessibility of your facility and site at all times through proactive planned maintenance that identifies areas for improvment and mitigates risk.
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Open Space and Grounds Maintenance
Open Space and Grounds Maintenance Open Space and Grounds Maintenance
Grounds come in all shapes and sizes, so our services are scaled to match. Whether you require simple mowing or garden maintenance, to large-scale multi-site management - our passionate team consistently delivers quality results.
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Project Management
Project Management Project Management
End-to-end commercial building project management services from initial concept design through to construction and defects liability.
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Signage Solutions
Signage Solutions Signage Solutions
From signage strategy and brand design, to corporate identity and retail refurbishments, we provide end-to-end project management services.
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Urban Maintenance and Graffiti Management
Urban Maintenance and Graffiti Management Urban Maintenance and Graffiti Management
Urban maintenance requires more than routine services. It demands systems and solutions that are planned, resourced, and delivered with precision. Whether for long-term programs or immediate needs, Programmed Urban Maintenance is equipped to support you.
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Training, Trainees, and Apprentices
Training, Trainees, and Apprentices Training, Trainees, and Apprentices
Build capability, increase productivity and create a culture of learning within your organisation.
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Success Stories

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What does Programmed do?

    Programmed is a leading provider of staffing, facility management, and maintenance services across Australia and New Zealand. We help businesses find the right people and keep their operations, buildings, and assets running smoothly, and we help job seekers find meaningful work across a wide range of industries.

  • Is Programmed a recruitment agency, a labour hire company, or a facility services provider?

    We’re all three. Programmed combines staffing and labour hire, permanent and professional recruitment, training and apprenticeships, and facility and property maintenance services under one company, so businesses can partner with us for more than one need at a time.

  • What industries does Programmed work in?

    We work across more than 11 major industries, including Mining, Oil & Gas, Manufacturing & FMCG, Transport & Logistics, Government & Infrastructure, Education, Utilities, Telecommunications, Retail & Commercial, Business Services, Tourism & Sport, and Strata & Body Corporates.

  • Where does Programmed operate?

    We operate from more than 100 locations across Australia and New Zealand, so most businesses and candidates can access local, on-the-ground support wherever they are.

  • Is Programmed part of a bigger group?

    Yes. Programmed has been part of the Japan-based PERSOL Group since it was acquired in October 2017. In Australia, PERSOLKELLY has also rebranded to PERSOL as the wider group unifies its operations under one brand.

  • How long has Programmed been in business?

    Programmed was founded in Victoria in 1951 and has grown through decades of expansion and acquisitions. Today we employ more than 32,000 people a year and support more than 10,000 customers across Australia and New Zealand.

  • I'm looking for a job with Programmed. How do I apply?

    Head to our online Job Search to view current vacancies and apply directly, or get in touch with your nearest Programmed office to speak with a recruitment consultant about opportunities in your area.

  • I need staff or a service for my business. How do I get started?

    Contact us through our website to make an enquiry, and a member of our team will follow up to understand your requirements and discuss how we can support your business, whether that’s staffing, maintenance, or another service.