Wesfarmers – a diversified corporation

From its origins in 1914 as a Western Australian farmers’ cooperative, Wesfarmers has grown into one of Australia’s largest listed companies and employers. Its diverse business operations cover: supermarkets, department stores, home improvement and office supplies; coal mining; chemicals, energy and fertilisers; and industrial and safety products. The primary objective of Wesfarmers is to provide a satisfactory return to its shareholders.

The company aims to achieve this by:

• satisfying the needs of customers through the provision of goods and services on a competitive and professional basis;
• providing a safe and fulfilling working environment for employees, rewarding good performance and providing opportunities for advancement;
• contributing to the growth and prosperity of the countries in which it operates by conducting existing operations in an efficient manner and by seeking out opportunities for expansion;
• responding to the attitudes and expectations of the communities in which the company operates;
• placing a strong emphasis on protection of the environment; and
• acting with integrity and honesty in dealings both inside and outside the company.