Department of Transport and Main Roads
Kickstart your career with the Transport and Main Roads Graduate Program and gain real life experience in your chosen career path.
JOB TYPE
Graduate Jobs
LOCATION
Brisbane and 1 other locations
VACANCIES
20
Department of Transport and Main Roads
Kickstart your career with the Transport and Main Roads Graduate Program and gain real life experience in your chosen career path.
JOB TYPE
Graduate Jobs
LOCATION
Brisbane
VACANCIES
1
AECOM
We are seeking an enthusiastic Graduate Hyrdaulics Engineer to join us in our Melbourne office. At AECOM, we are looking for agile individuals who love problem-solving and who share our passion for excellence in project delivery and client service.
JOB TYPE
Graduate Jobs
LOCATION
Melbourne
AECOM
We are seeking an enthusiastic Graduate Structural Engineer to join us in our Sydney office. At AECOM, we are looking for agile individuals who love problem-solving and who share our passion for excellence in project delivery and client service.
JOB TYPE
Graduate Jobs
LOCATION
New South Wales and 1 other locations
Engineers Australia
With over 100,000 members, Engineers Australia membership is recognised world-wide and can help open doors via its network and reputation. Students looking to start their engineering career through professional development, support and industry connections should apply for membership today.
JOB TYPE
Graduate Jobs
LOCATION
Sydney and 4 other locations
Allied Grain Systems
We are an industry leader in the design and construction of grain storage and conveyor systems, based in Young, NSW. We require an enthusiastic Mechanical or Structural Engineering Graduate to assist with all aspects of project management, mechanical and structural design, scheduling, tendering etc
JOB TYPE
Graduate Jobs
LOCATION
New South Wales
Vibration Solutions Pty Ltd
Vibration Solutions are seeking a graduate engineer (Structural/Civil/Mechanical) to join our team as an External Sales Engineer. The role involves presenting to key stakeholders our solutions of elastic decoupling of buildings & structures to mitigate secondary airborne noise.
JOB TYPE
Graduate Jobs
LOCATION
Victoria and 1 other locations
SALARY
$75,000-$90,000
POSITION START DATE
Oct 2021 (approx)
Kmart
As a Data Engineer Graduate at Kmart, you'll work on solving exciting retail problems and opportunities by leveraging data analytics and using engineering tools.
JOB TYPE
Graduate Jobs
LOCATION
Melbourne
POSITION START DATE
Feb 2022 (approx)
DXC Technology
DXC Graduate Program - Graduate Network Engineer (Hobart)
JOB TYPE
Graduate Jobs
LOCATION
Hobart
DXC Technology
DXC Graduate Program - Graduate Cloud Engineer (Canberra, Adelaide, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane)
JOB TYPE
Graduate Jobs
LOCATION
Canberra and 8 other locations
Transport for NSW
You’ve done the hard work to get this far, now you’re ready to get on with the next chapter. You’ve come to the right place. We invite you to submit an Expressions of Interest for our programs. You will be the first to hear when our applications open across our programs.
JOB TYPE
Graduate Jobs
LOCATION
New South Wales and 1 other locations
Capgemini
JOIN OUR AWARD WINNING GRADUATE PROGRAM TO GET THE FUTURE YOU WANT!
JOB TYPE
Graduate Jobs
LOCATION
Adelaide
SALARY
$66,000-$71,000
VACANCIES
100
Capgemini
JOIN OUR AWARD WINNING GRADUATE PROGRAM TO GET THE FUTURE YOU WANT!
JOB TYPE
Graduate Jobs
LOCATION
Melbourne
SALARY
$66,000-$71,000
VACANCIES
100
SThree
Your role will require a strong focus on relationship management and business development, as well as administration to manage your portfolio. This is a 360 degree management of roles, from sourcing candidates, through to placement and aftercare.
JOB TYPE
Graduate Jobs
LOCATION
Sydney
SThree
This is a 360 degree management of roles, from sourcing candidates, through to placement and aftercare.
JOB TYPE
Graduate Jobs
LOCATION
Sydney
GHD
Final year or recently graduated student of Engineering & Commerce/Finance/Business sought for M&A position within GHD’s growing Advisory practice, based in either Perth or Sydney.
JOB TYPE
Graduate Jobs
LOCATION
New South Wales and 1 other locations
SALARY
$65,000-$70,000
VACANCIES
1
POSITION START DATE
Feb 2022 (approx)
Citi
Commercial Bank Transactional & Treasury Solutions Sales Officer
JOB TYPE
Graduate Jobs
LOCATION
Regional New South Wales and 1 other locations
POSITION START DATE
Jun 2022 (approx)
PwC
Welcome to PwC's Deep dive sessions.
JOB TYPE
Event
LOCATION
Canberra and 15 other locations
Origin
At Origin we have a strong purpose and values that challenge us to find the answers to the big energy questions. Every person that works with us helps us reach that goal. If you bring good energy to Origin, you’ll get it in return. A challenging career. An exciting industry.
JOB TYPE
Graduate Jobs
LOCATION
Brisbane
Origin
At Origin we have a strong purpose and values that challenge us to find the answers to the big energy questions. Every person that works with us helps us reach that goal. If you bring good energy to Origin, you’ll get it in return. A challenging career. An exciting industry.
JOB TYPE
Graduate Jobs
LOCATION
Melbourne
FDM Group
Your journey as a an FDM Software Developer will begin with in-depth training from our experienced trainers and the chance to gain industry recognised qualifications, as well as mentoring and support throughout the program.
JOB TYPE
Graduate Jobs
LOCATION
Sydney
FDM Group
FDM’s Business Intelligence/Business Analysis Program will train you to become an expert at developing strategies to help businesses gain and maintain competitive advantage through the use of data.
JOB TYPE
Graduate Jobs
LOCATION
Sydney and 1 other locations
FDM Group
As an FDM Technical Operations Consultant, you’ll have the opportunity to launch a career responsible for managing and maintaining the vital IT infrastructure of businesses.
JOB TYPE
Graduate Jobs
LOCATION
Singapore
FDM Group
As an FDM Software Developer, you will gain in-depth training from our experienced trainers and the opportunity to work with some of the biggest brands in the world in industries such as finance, banking, insurance and retail.
JOB TYPE
Graduate Jobs
LOCATION
Singapore
Spencer Ogden
For graduates and experienced candidates who are interested in joining Spencer Ogden, you can feel reassured that our dynamic and award-winning training programs will help you grow and achieve success at each step of your career.
JOB TYPE
Graduate Jobs
LOCATION
Singapore
Queensland Government
Our graduate programs provide valuable learning and development opportunities to launch your career and make a difference to the lives of Queenslanders.
JOB TYPE
Graduate Jobs
LOCATION
Brisbane and 1 other locations
Marsh
When you join Marsh, you get more than a job – you are placed on a fast track to a meaningful career
JOB TYPE
Graduate Jobs
LOCATION
Sydney
VACANCIES
1
Coles Group
Join our Operations Graduate Program based in our stores and sites across the nation, and through a combination of on the job learning, exposure to senior leaders, mentoring and an active support network you will accelerate your career to become one of our next operational leaders.
JOB TYPE
Graduate Jobs
LOCATION
New South Wales and 5 other locations
POSITION START DATE
Feb 2022 (approx)
What you need to know as a Civil/Structural Engineering Graduate
Civil and structural engineers are concerned with creating and maintaining the infrastructure that make up the dynamic systems that that exist in Australia’s urban environment in a sustainable way. They are involved in the planning, design, construction, testing and management of: roads, bridges, railways, harbours and airports that form our interconnected transportation system, as well as the existing physical infrastructure in our modern society, such as the components that make up our waterway networks (pipelines, dams) or sewerage system. As the foundation of a well-functioning society and economic prosperity, civil engineering graduates can expect many opportunities opening up in the civil engineering industry. Although employment opportunities do fluctuate depending on the building and construction industry, employment rates have risen 24.3% in the last 5 years and is expected to remain steady through to 2017.1
What you need to know about Civil Engineering Careers
Civil engineers alternate between drawing up plans in the office, (as part of an engineering department in a large firm or specialized engineering firm) and working on site to ensure the smooth running of a construction project. They can find employment in a private consulting engineering firms and service providers, construction companies, as well as in departments at all levels of the government (local, state, federal). Opportunities are also available to travel interstate and overseas depending on the project.
The most frequently reported occupations are respectively:2
- Design/Engineering/Science/Transport Professionals
- Engineering/ICT/Science technicians
- Specialist managers.
Specialisations
There is much debate over the benefits of pursuing a masters degree in a specialized area of civil engineering. However, whether or not it is worth your time and financial input will vary depending on what job you want, your experience, as well as the competitiveness of your desired private or public firm. As such, students should research the requirements of their desired role to consider whether or not they should undertake post-graduate study. None-the-less, a bachelor degree is enough to land a good civil engineering graduate job and graduate students with a civil/Structural engineering degree have opportunities to specialise in a diverse range of areas further down their career path. Roles include:
- Airport Engineer
- Coastal engineer
- Construction engineers
- Geotechnical/soil engineers
- Harbour Engineer
- Hydraulic/Water Resources Engineer
- Irrigation/Drainage Engineer
- Local Government Engineer
- Materials and Testing Engineer
- Pipeline Engineer
- Railway Engineer
- Structural engineers
- Town Planning Engineer
- Transportation and Highways Engineer
Income
In Australia, the median starting salary for civil/structural engineering bachelor graduates is also approximately $62,000.2 however, the overall average salary for a civil engineers across all ages is approximately $71,000 and for a Structural Engineer, $70,500 per annum. Despite a Structural engineers lower average income, the role of a structural engineer is a career progression from being a civil engineer and is often associated with higher income for individuals who have project management skills and prior experience.3
Positioning yourself effectively to employers
Popular Skills for civil and structural engineering jobs:
- Microsoft office
- Microsoft Excel
- AutoCAD
- Engineering Design
- Project Management.
Tips and Advice for future Civil Engineer Graduates
- Apply for work experience or placements during university vacation periods if your degree does not offer industrial placement. Being part of a construction or civil engineering setting can expand your network exposes you to how projects are planned and executed.
- Apart from having a good understanding of the foundations of engineering (science, maths, computing), students should participate in a range of activities such as volunteer work, university clubs/societies or part-time/casual work that can demonstrate the skills necessary and applicable to any workplace: Communication, leadership, problem-solving skills, analytical and decision-marking abilities, flexibility and enthusiasm.
- Students should also choose the right degree electives/modules and topic for their final-year engineering project. Those who have topics that align with or are related to the graduate position they apply for upon leaving university have a higher chance of getting hired to that specific division as it demonstrates their interest in that topic.
Top companies that are hiring civil/structural engineering graduates in Australia:
For a comprehensive list of top employers, visit here.
1Open.edu.au,. 'Engineers (Civil) - Career Advice And Salary Guide - Open Universities Australia'. N.p., 2015. Web. 5 June 2015.
2Graduatecareers.com.au,. 'Civil Engineering – Bachelor Graduates (Under 25) | Graduate Careers Australia'. N.p., 2015. Web. 5 June 2015.
3Payscale.com,. 'Civil Engineer Salary (Australia)'. N.p., 2015. Web. 5 June 2015.
