Agilent became independent from parent company Hewlett Packard on 2 June, 2000 as part of a corporate realignment. Agilent was first listed as a public company on the New York Stock Exchange on 18 November, 1999. At that time, Agilent’s $2.1 billion initial public offering of stock was the largest in Silicon Valley history.

In Australia & New Zealand, Agilent employs more than 350 people across Melbourne, Sydney, Wellington and Auckland.

Agilent’s presence in Australia includes substantial Research and Development, Manufacturing operations, Life Sciences and Chemical Analysis & Electronic Measurements Group with our New Zealand site focusing primarily in Sales, Customer and Service Support.

• Data Networks Division
  The Data Networks Division in Melbourne is the global headquarters for a rapidly growing segment of leading edge test equipment for the communications industry and are one of the biggest electronic exporters in Australia. More than 120 employees are dedicated to research and development, manufacturing and marketing products worldwide.
  
  
• Test & Measurement
  The Test & Measurement business addresses the needs of companies in the semiconductor, electronics, communications and related industries. It provides testing solutions that include test instruments and systems, software design tools and electronic monitoring and management tools.
  
  
• Life Sciences & Chemical Analysis
  The Life Sciences & Chemical Analysis Group is a leading provider of analytical instrument systems that enable customers to identify, quantify, analyse, and test the atomic, molecular, physical and biological properties of thousands of substances and products.

We offer an outstanding combined benefits package that includes:

• Flexible Salary Packaging
• Superannuation
  • Retirement Benefits Plan
  • Disability Benefits Plan
  • Life Assurance
• Vehicles
  • Novated Leases
  • Company Provided Vehicles
• Health Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase
• Profit Share
• Flexible Work Options to Support Work and Personal Life Needs
  
• Leave/Absences from Work
  • Annual Leave
  • Sick Leave
  • Family Leave
  • Parental Leave
  • Long Service Leave
  • Leave of Absence
  • Jury Duty
  • Defence Force Reserve
  • Leave to Observe Religious Festivals
  • Bereavement Leave
• Educational Assistance
• Employee Referral Program
• Subsidised Cafeteria
• Car Parking

Employee Ownership and Management is something we passionately believe in. So, in every country where it is possible, employees are eligible to participate in Agilent's stock purchase plan. The company also has an all-employee Agilent Variable Pay that rewards the achievement of performance goals.

An Open Door Policy is more than just a corporate idiom here. We're both encouraged and permitted to confer on issues with any level of management. Our CEO even has his own internal web page, which keeps Agilent employees in touch with his activities and messages.

Our Total Compensation Package includes medical and dental benefits, retirement programs, and services such as employee assistance counseling, employee discounts and length-of-service awards. Our salary program offers a competitive base and bonus packages comparable to other global technology companies.

Local and Global Salary Surveys help ensure that we are doing all we can to attract and retain top talent. This global strategy applies to all jobs at all locations including professional, hourly labor, engineers and management.

A Commitment to Work/Life Balance gives each and every employee the space to enjoy life, their families and friendships. Flexible time off, flexible schedules, telecommuting and company-sponsored activities are only some of the ways we help keep inspiration coming.

Training and Development is offered through a wide range of programs, workshops and classes. A tuition reimbursement policy and distance learning degree programs with major universities complete our educational offerings.

Time to Play and Relax is essential to the creative process, so we offer all kinds of outlets for doing exactly that. It could be on-site massage or yoga classes. Fitness rooms and outdoor sports facilities. Sports teams and clubs. Even free vacation retreats. Every location has its own offering, designed to meet the unique interests and needs of the people who work there. But wherever you are, you'll never be far from a great way to refresh yourself and your ingenuity.

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