Council is thrilled to celebrate the creation of 500 new local jobs with the opening of Amazon's newest fulfilment centre in Cranbourne West.
Mayor Cr Stefan Koomen, Deputy Mayor Cr Melinda Ambros, Cr Carolyn Eaves, Cr Gary Rowe, Cr Scott Dowling and Cr Shane Taylor attended the official opening, alongside The Hon. Danny Pearson Minister for Finance and Economic Growth and Jobs and Ms Pauline Richards, Member for Cranbourne on Friday 15 August 2025 to welcome the significant boost to local employment opportunities.
The Mayor emphasised that the impact of these new jobs goes beyond economic growth.
"More than 65 per cent of our residents travel to work by car. Every minute that they save on their journey to-and-from work, means more time spent with those they love or doing activities that bring joy to their everyday lives," said Cr Koomen.
Cr Koomen also highlighted the broader significance of Amazon's investment.
"Amazon's $200 million investment in Casey is a powerful endorsement of our strategic advantages and further strengthens our reputation as a premier destination for investment and innovation."
"Casey is a great place for global businesses to grow, thanks to our convenient location, fast-growing community and business-friendly Council." Cr Koomen said.
Amazon Australia Country Manager, Janet Menzies said, "Melbourne was the home to our first Australian fulfilment centre in 2017, and we are thrilled to continue investing in Victoria opening our new purpose-built site in Cranbourne West. We're proud to be creating hundreds of high-quality local job opportunities, offering on-the-job training and exciting career opportunities, in a safe and positive environment."
With Casey's population projected to exceed 500,000 by 2041, the city is fast becoming a hub for future-focused industries such as logistics, advanced manufacturing, technology, and professional services.
"Plus, our city offers an affordable alternative to industrial land in neighbouring areas like Dandenong. There's never been a better time to invest in Casey," Cr Koomen added.
Council looks forward to a strong and ongoing partnership with Amazon and the broader community as we continue building a vibrant, prosperous future for all.
Amazon's arrival builds on significant commercial development across Casey in recent years, reinforcing the city's position as one of Victoria's most dynamic and fast-growing economic regions.
ESR Australia & New Zealand's Head of Development Simon Sayers said, "ESR is thrilled to welcome Amazon to Greenlink, a key destination for premium logistics and industrial spaces in Melbourne's thriving south-east.
"Cranbourne West was a deliberate choice of location to develop Greenlink, our flagship estate in Victoria, thanks to its prime position with direct access to key arterial roads, including the Western Port Highway.
"From day one, demand for industrial space in the area has been exceptionally strong. ESR is extremely proud to have developed this world-class facility in close collaboration with Amazon and deeply appreciate the close support of Casey Council and our contracting partner for this project, Qanstruct."
