Working at AMG presents a unique opportunity for anyone wishing to work:

• In an industry leader with well respected products and brands
• With an organisation that is customer and people focussed
• With fun, supportive and knowledgeable colleagues
• Alongside passionate people who love being surrounded by music
• Within a fun and positive organisational culture
• With an organisation that fosters supportive and honest management

AMG has embarked on an interesting and unique stage of its development with the recent merger of AMG and Allans Music. With strong leadership and direction, AMG is an organisation that strives for best practice and has a clear vision and goals. Employees have the opportunity to see their contributions to the teams success as all employees have individual goals that link directly to the organisational goals. To celebrate our teams success we hold regular awards nights where all staff have the opportunity to gig live on stage with colleagues and have a fun and rewarding evening!

The management team at AMG is well regarded and employees have trust in that they will act with integrity and engage in two-way communication. The organisation has an open door practice, spends regular one on one time with employees, offers praise and recognition, contributing to an overall positive workplace culture. Employees feel part of our team, feel supported and respected and the organisation strives to make the workplace an enjoyable, productive and interesting place for everyone to work.

Working in a customer and people focussed organisation our employees have the opportunity to interact and engage with different customers/colleagues, talk about products that they love and respect, share similar interests and have an opportunity to make a difference, inspire musician for generations and make customers dreams come true. Working at AMG presents opportunities to access live gigs, workshops and clinics, work with a diverse range of musicians, meet famous musicians, access the latest technology in musical products and of course enjoy generous staff discounts and payment options.

The team at AMG are friendly, fun and dedicated to providing exceptional customer service. Our company values have been identified by our employees and management team as:

Customer	• Always treats each customer with priority, respect and dedication • Provides knowledgeable and timely service • Always follows through and acts on promises • Delivers correct and reliable information • Takes pride in personal presentation • Strives to go above and beyond to establish long-term relationships
Passion	• Displays passion for the company, the music industry and the job • Creates a fun and enjoyable work environment • Suggests areas for improvement and looks for opportunities • Willingly shares product knowledge/knowledge • Presents a positive and enthusiastic attitude/work ethic
Commitment	• Performs at a high level and strives to exceed goals and standards • Advocates company values in a positive manner • Is dedicated to learning and growing • Takes ownership and accountability for own work and actions • Acts in a manner consistent with company vision and practices • Committed and dedicated to the customer and fellow colleagues
Teamwork	• Treats team members with respect (assist and support each other) • Demonstrates a strong involvement with the team and is collaborative • Displays a flexible attitude • Demonstrates empathy for others • Seeks and actions feedback to improve • Always punctual and takes responsibility for own contribution to the team
Honesty	• Straight talk • Acts with integrity • Listens to others and engages in two-way communication • Seeks to build relatedness with each other • Recognises others ideas and is selfless • Walks the talk

WHAT OUR EMPLOYEES HAVE TO SAY

The way we do things at AMG and the employee experience can be difficult to put into words, so we thought the best way to gain a real insight was to ask some of our employees to describe what it’s like working at AMG. See what they have to say:


“I get to work with a team of passionate people who love their jobs” (VIC)

“I’m able to work in an industry that is so people focussed and I get the opportunity to put a smile on a child or adults face” (VIC)

“I get to work with my friends around products that I am genuinely passionate about” (NSW)

“We have a friendly and knowledgeable team that make working here fun and interesting” (NSW)

“I feel a great level of acknowledgment and appreciation” (VIC/TAS)

 “I love being surrounded by music” (NSW)

“Everyone I work with has a fun, can-do attitude and all problems & challenges are resolved very quickly” (NSW)

“It’s a pleasure to be here every day and I feel fortunate I get paid to be here!” (NSW)

“As a rep - great place to work. There are some frustrations but they are usually dealt with effectively and the rest are just part of the job” (QLD)

“I feel very much at home at work!” (VIC/TAS)

Most of our employees start off as customers. They apply for a job with AMG as an opportunity to work in an industry that they love and because music is their life. The chance to help our customers, share knowledge and provide excellent customer service has been described as a rewarding experience.

All AMG employees participate in bi-annual performance and development reviews which are designed to provide an opportunity for managers and employees to talk openly about work performance, job aspirations and training & development.  All employees have individual development plans so employees have the opportunity to gain additional skills and develop both professionally and personally. 

At AMG employees are provided with regular feedback within a supportive environment and this is why our employees say they have a great working relationship with their manager.  Most development conversations are informal and relaxed so that employees feel comfortable to raise any concerns and highlight any development areas and to provide two-way feedback and communication.

Wholesale & Support Office
Many employees who join AMG both in our support office and Wholesale businesses have extensive experience in both the industry and their chosen field.  They bring a wealth of knowledge with them and this knowledge is generally imparted on to new employees through on-the-job training.

Retail Stores
Allans Music + Billy Hyde offers industry leading training and provides development for employees throughout their time with the organisation.  We understand that employees feel a little overwhelmed in their first few months of employment and we work hard to provide our new retail employees with the learning and development.  All retail employees undertake a comprehensive induction program to provide employees with the know-how to perform and become confident in their roles. 

A clear development pathway is provided for retail employees and they have the opportunity to progress and actively participate in valuable training.  Some examples of these training programs are on the job learning, morning meeting training sessions, coaching with a supportive manager, product training, advanced sales training and management development training.  Our knowledgeable employees and managers are also available to successfully train and develop our staff along the way.

AMG is an industry leader with well respected products and brands.  Our employees have the opportunity to work with leading international brands and work with products from industry leading suppliers both locally and internationally.  Here’s a snap shot of some of the exciting products and services on offer through our different businesses:

Allans Music + Billy Hyde (Retail Stores) The Allans Music + Billy Hyde chain of retail stores comprises major downtown full line music showcases in all major capitals, as well as suburban and regional locations nationally. We offer  the world's biggest and most respected brands, showcasing a broad range of  guitars & amps, pianos, keyboards, drums & percussion, brass & woodwind, strings as well as sheet music, books and videos from the world’s leading publishers.. In fact if it has to do with making music we stock it. Together with the National Education team online sales team and our music teaching Academies the Allans Music+ Billy Hyde brand supports a range of customers keeping tha passion for music alive and well no matter what the age.
Our award winning websites have recently merged into the new allansbillyhyde.com.au Australia’s leading online musical instruments portal.

Music Link Australia / Musiclink Orchestral Supplies / Intermusic Distribution
The wholesale business Musiclink Australia, Musiclink Orchestral supplies and Intermusic distribution boast a range of internationally respected brands such as Pearl, Zildjian, Line 6, Korg, DW, Remo, Ampeg, just to name a few.  With in excess for 300 dealers nationally, our Wholesale business sets the standard in the Australian market. Our brands are endorsed by such Aussie artists such as Living End, Kiss Chasy, The Beautiful Girls ,Crowded House, Lucius Borich and many more.

Billy Hyde Stage Systems
Billy Hyde Stage systems is a brand that is synonymous with excellence in the backline business. Music festivals such as Big day Out, Splendour in the Grass and many more have confidence in the team as being the best in the business. In fact, if it’s a major event or artists tour Stage Systems is likely to have provided the gear.

AMG is steeped in heritage. In the 1850's Joseph Wilkie and George Allan set up a music warehouse in Melbourne's Collins Street, catering for a population of just 20,000. This effectively was the start of Allans Music - and the story embraces the musical history of Australia.

Far more than just a ‘seller' of musical instruments, the Collins Street store became a musical Mecca for the talented and famous – Dame Nellie Melba took her early lessons at Allans! The modern Allans Music had evolved to a full line instrument retailer with large downtown music showcases in Australia’s major cities.

The Billy Hyde brand started out in the early 1960’s when a talented drummer by the name of Billy Hyde began distributing drum and percussion brands in Flemington, Victoria.

Billy was a young drummer who began his career during the depression of the early 30’s, carting his drums in all weather on trams and trains to gigs. An enormously talented and natural musician, Billy quickly became Australia’s “first call” drummer. Symphony orchestras, radio & television shows, recording sessions and major artists all benefited from his musicality and enthusiasm.

Billy was renowned for continually developing new ideas. During the 50’s, he created the world’s first Tube Steel Practice Kit, and during the 60’s, he designed and started manufacturing the Billy Hyde Moulded Practice Pad that is still to this day used worldwide. This example of talent, creativity and inspiration is the cornerstone of our business, and something we continue to respect and encourage

The two business came together in 2010, becoming Australia’s leading wholesaler and retailer in musical products and services.  The organisation is now one of the most recognisable national brands in music.

At AMG we are committed to encouraging and supporting music making at all levels. We actively involve ourselves in activities and sponsorships that assist community based organisations, music educators and events. Current partners in developing opportunities for our customers and music making include The Song Room, Aardvark Worldwide, MusicFest (Qld), Melbourne School Bands Festival (Vic), Ekka Bands Showcase (Qld), Suzuki Music, State Music Teachers Associations, and many many more. Our Weekend Warriors program donates door takings to charities like Australian Childrens Music Foundation and Foundation Boroondara. We support several band contests and merging artist showcases – this year Fed Square uncovered with JJJ and Emergenza the largest national bands competition.