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BMD

4.1
  • 1,000 - 50,000 employees

Graduate Site Engineer (Jan 2026)

Location details

On-site

  • Australia

    Australia

    • New South Wales

      Sydney

    • Queensland

      Brisbane

    • Victoria

      Melbourne

    • Western Australia

      Perth

Location

Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne

Opening in 2 months

Opportunity details

  • Opportunity typeGraduate Job or Program
  • SalaryAUD 70,000 - 75,000 / Year
  • Number of vacancies1-5 vacancies
  • Application open dateApply by 17 May 2025
  • Start dateStart date 5 Jan 2026

Kick-start your career at BMD, Australia’s leading integrated engineering, construction and urban development business. Over our 45-year history, we’ve delivered some of the country’s most important and transformational infrastructure. 

Our graduate program:

Our 18-month Graduate Program, Foundations, has been uniquely designed to bridge the gap between formal education and the workforce, establishing a clear path for your future and accelerated success. As a BMD team member, you will develop skills in problem solving, critical thinking, innovation and team building. 

BMD graduates are offered a career path with adequate support systems in place to encourage growth and individual contributions. We offer structured on-the-job training, learning and development plans designed for growth, and unique access to business leaders for mentoring.

What to expect:

Your motivation will energise our collaborative team across the delivery of a portfolio of projects in Victoria.

Our industry leading Graduate Program is designed to set you up for a long and successful career - by building a solid foundation. Here’s what to expect: 

  • kick off with a three-day all expenses paid conference on the Gold Coast with your peers
  • engage in structured learning through three tailored modules on topics designed to develop critical thinking, problem-solving and leadership skills
  • experience exciting hands-on and in person learning every six months to build relationships and network with your peers from across the country
  • receive mentoring from BMD’s Board of Directors, executive management team and emerging leaders who genuinely want to build your leadership qualities and help you progress through the ranks
  • see inspiring presentations from industry experts to build your skills in problem-solving, critical thinking, and teamwork.

What you’ll do:

As a Graduate Site Engineer, you’ll get the chance to explore multiple functions of the projects you work on to get an in-depth understanding of the core elements required for delivery. You will work as part of the team and play a key role in ensuring all work is delivered in accordance with quality, time, production, safety and environmental objectives of the project in line with our expectations as a business and the BMD way. 

As a Graduate Site Engineer, you will get the opportunity to:

  • learn about drawings, specifications, and workplace health, safety, environmental and quality (HSEQ) requirements for all site-related activities
  • work as part of a team to ensure core project functions are being delivered, including purchasing materials, supporting financial functions, submitting progress claims, assisting with quality monitoring and contributing to creating solutions where needed
  • maintain a daily diary outlining details of site meetings, discussions, works performed, and inspections
  • actively participate in training initiatives and skill development programs.

Who we’re looking for:

BMD welcomes graduates with diverse backgrounds and experience. We’re looking for an eager, determined and resourceful graduate who is ready to take the first leap in their career. 

To be successful, you will have strong decision-making and communication skills, creative thinking and the drive to experience real hands-on work in the field. We are also looking for a graduate who can showcase resilience, enthusiasm and a passion for teamwork to achieve positive outcomes in a fast-paced environment.

To qualify for this position, you must have completed a Bachelor of Civil Engineering (or graduating in 2025 or mid-2026). Candidates will require their own transport to project sites.

Steps in our recruitment process:

  • May to June - Submit your 10-minute application including CV and academic transcript
  • June to July - Shortlisted candidates are contacted to attend an interview with our senior leaders
  • July to August - Formal offers to join BMD’s graduate program

Visit our website to learn more about us. 

Work rights

The opportunity is available to applicants in any of the following categories.

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Australia
Australian CitizenAustralian Permanent ResidentAustralian Work Visa (All Other)

Qualifications & other requirements

You should have or be completing the following to apply for this opportunity.

Degree or Certificate
Qualification level
Qualification level
Bachelor or higher
Study field
Study field (any)

Hiring criteria

  • Experience requirementNo experience required
  • Working rights
    Australian Citizen
  • Study fields
    Engineering & Mathematics
  • Degree typesBachelor or higher
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Reviews

user
Graduate
Townsville
6 months ago

I make sure all the tasks are being completed and the inspections to done before the start of any work.

user
Graduate
Perth
6 months ago

Day to day responsibilities is subcontractor management and looking after specific items on site. This includes making sure deliveries are locked in for specific items, and making sure those specific items are installed correctly.

user
Graduate
Brisbane
6 months ago

I work in the marketing and communications team and I help with developing content for internal and external platforms. I also help out with sponsorship activations

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About the employer

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BMD

Rating

4.1

Number of employees

1,000 - 50,000 employees

Industries

Construction & Property Services

Build your career at Australia's largest privately owned civil contractor where the opportunities are as diverse as you are.

Pros and cons of working at BMD

Pros

  • Exposure to various elements of the construction industry.

  • Supportive team culture that fosters personal and professional growth.

  • Great support from senior engineers and project managers.

  • Given opportunities to take on responsibilities and own projects.

  • Good training and development opportunities.

Cons

    • Occasionally required to work extended hours to meet deadlines.

    • High expectations to perform under tight deadlines.

    • Promotion opportunities may feel slow and based more on time rather than performance.

    • Projects may require travel or relocation.

    • Sometimes lack of communication between departments.