Our culture and values
Learn about Specsavers’ culture, mission, vision and values
Feel like yourself here
Our culture is more than just an environment, it's a feeling. We’ve worked hard to create a space where everyone can feel welcome, feel confident in their work, feel proud to make a difference, feel able to grow, and so much more. Whatever you want to feel, you can make it #FeelsLikeSpecsavers.
Helping people see and hear clearly for 40 years
When our founders Doug and Dame Mary Perkins opened the doors to the first Specsavers store in 1984, they wanted to make glasses accessible to everyone, at the best price.
We’ve spent the past 40 years providing accessible eye and hearing care to people across the globe. We are a truly multi-category business with optics, contact lenses, audiology, ophthalmology and broader eye care services all playing a part in us becoming recognised as a trusted healthcare brand. There is a well-established sense of pride in every single one of our team and our partners, that they are making a difference every day.
The best place to work… for everyone
We’ve been accredited a Great Place to Work® by the global authority on workplace culture for the past seven years, and in 2026 we were named the Best Workplace in Australia! It's a wonderful recognition of the diverse and inclusive culture we have created together – where individuals are respected, valued, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We genuinely care about our people - and it shows.
#FeelsLikeSpecsavers
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Early careersContent Type
BlogPublish date
10/21/2026
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Early in his university studies, Jordan Marr, Optical Director at the Specsavers Lismore store, was already thinking about his future optometry career direction. “I had read about Specsavers and inve
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Early careersContent Type
BlogPublish date
10/21/2026
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Introducing Robert Cockerell Retail Store Partner at Specsavers Devonport With over eleven years at Specsavers, Rob’s career has been anything but linear and that’s exactly what makes his journey so
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OptometryContent Type
BlogPublish date
09/24/2026
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1000 optometrists, ophthalmologists, industry experts and suppliers from across Australia and New Zealand gathered on the Gold Coast this weekend for the 15th annual Specsavers Clinical Conference (SC