Graduate Civil Engineer - Transport (Feb 2024)

At GHD, we don’t just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day. 

That’s why we pledge to empower all our people to make a positive impact. Together with our clients and partners, we're applying inspiration and a powerful spirit of connection to respond to some of the most complex challenges facing our world.  

If you want to start a career with impact, from solving everyday problems through to tackling some of the great challenges our clients and communities face, you’ll find that here at GHD.

You might think that sounds like marketing spin, but that’s the lived experience of our graduates, who participate in opportunities across the business, whether in different teams, different locations or different career pathways.  We’re a business built on finding your path in a supportive, collaborative environment.

We know community impact is important to our staff.  Our GHD in the Community program partners with not-for-profit organisations to provide opportunities to work on pro-bono projects, volunteering and fundraising for philanthropic and humanitarian causes.  As a business we also funnel some of our profits into the GHD Foundation, a registered charity that works to address disadvantage and inequality in children accessing STEAM education in our countries of operation.

What’s in it for you?

Outside of the technical development you’ll gain working within your team, you’ll also join GHD’s Graduate Development Program. The Graduate Program will connect you to graduates across Australia, New Zealand, Asia Pacific and the Middle East.  It has been designed for future portability, so that no matter where your graduate position in GHD takes you, your learning experience will be impactful and consistent.

During the two-year program, you’ll learn about our business and our values, your team and most importantly, yourself. You’ll develop your decision-making, communication, technical and leadership skills and mentoring.

We offer optional rotations in the second year of your program to help explore your career pathways, a structured approach to promotions and salary reviews over your first two years and a culture that is friendly, inclusive and not built on hierarchy.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for final year, or recently graduated students from Civil Engineering or related degrees/fields.

In this position in our Transport team, Darwin, Northern Territory, as a graduate civil engineer, you will have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects and tasks related to civil/transport engineering. Your specific responsibilities will depend on the projects and teams you are assigned to, but here are some common areas of work that a graduate civil engineer might be involved in at GHD:

• Assisting in the development of transportation infrastructure projects, such as roads, highways, bridges, and public transit systems.
• Collaborating with experienced engineers and multidisciplinary teams to ensure projects meet technical and regulatory requirements.
• Utilizing engineering software to create detailed designs, conduct simulations, and analyse transportation systems' performance.
• Conducting on-site inspections and field studies to gather data and assess project feasibility.
• Preparing technical reports, drawings, and project documentation for clients and stakeholders.
• Contributing innovative ideas to enhance project efficiency, sustainability, and safety.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field, with a focus on transportation engineering.
• Strong academic record with a passion for applying engineering principles to real-world challenges.
• Proficiency in engineering software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or other transportation design tools.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• A proactive and results-driven attitude, with the willingness to take on new challenges and learn from experienced professionals.
• Must be an Australian Citizen or Australian Permanent Resident eligible to obtain citizenship.

Preferred:

• Proficiency in engineering software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, VISSIM, SYNCHRO, or similar transportation modeling tools.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to apply engineering principles to solve complex problems.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to convey technical information effectively.
• Collaborative and team-oriented approach, with the ability to work well in multidisciplinary project teams.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail in project documentation and reporting.
• Adaptable and open to learning new technologies and industry trends to stay up to date with best practices.
• Strong time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and meet project deadlines.

What happens after you apply?

Once we receive your application, it will be reviewed by one of our Talent Acquisition team members who manage each of our regions. If your application is shortlisted, we will get in touch with you for a Video Interview, where you’ll get the chance to introduce yourself and make another positive impression on both our TA team and hiring managers.

How do you apply? 

1. Select the "Apply" button
2. Please allow up to 10 minutes to complete the questions.
3. Upload a copy of your updated cover letter, CV and academic transcript/s.

If you’re successful through our recruitment process, your full-time position will start in February 2024. There may also be ongoing opportunities for casual work throughout your final year of studies.

Interested? Apply now.

GHD is an equal opportunity employer, and we want everyone to be able to fully participate in our recruitment process. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all identities.

GHD embraces hybrid work arrangements to create a work environment focused on well-being, flexibility and productivity where GHD people can thrive, this supports the diverse needs of our workforce while balancing the benefits of remote working with the value of face-to-face collaboration in the office.