Job Title
GHD Graduate Program 2026 - Materials (Civil) Engineer – Brisbane
Company Overview
We're GHD. We don't do hair. But we do straighten out some of the world's biggest challenges. We're engineers, scientists, designers, architects, planners, advisors, innovators and change makers, committed to making energy, water and communities sustainable for generations to come. Since 1928, we've been wholly owned by our employees. Today, we are 11,000 diverse and skilled individuals working in over 160 offices across five continents.
Program Overview
Our two-year Graduate Development Program is designed to give you a smooth start to your consulting career. Alongside your peers, managers and mentors, we'll help you detangle any challenges. Whether your passion is in Engineering, Science, Project Management, Architecture or another consulting speciality, we'll work with you to find your ideal first role. You'll get a broad look at the many career pathways available at GHD – because no future should come with split ends You'll have the chance to work in design teams, contribute to bids, tenders and even get hands‑on with occasional site work. In your first year we'll focus on consulting fundamentals; by year two you can customize your development.
Role
We're looking for a Graduate Materials (Civil) Engineer to join our Bridges and Material Technology team based in Brisbane. You'll work across all aspects of bridges, materials and structural asset performance, from field investigations and testing to durability assessments and reporting.
Responsibilities
* Carry out condition inspections and durability assessments of bridges, buildings and other structural assets.
* Undertake materials testing and investigations across concrete, steelwork and coatings.
* Support laboratory and field testing programs.
* Prepare technical reports and documentation under senior engineers' guidance.
* Liaise with clients and stakeholders (around 40% of your time).
* Conduct site work and field inspections (approximately 40% of your time).
* Build your technical knowledge of materials behaviour, deterioration mechanisms and performance in real‑world environments.
What You'll Bring
* Graduate by December 2025 with a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (ideally focused on structural or materials engineering).
* Interest in materials engineering, asset performance and durability of infrastructure.
* Strong academic performance.
* Proficiency in Microsoft and Adobe software.
* Flexibility and enthusiasm for field and site work.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Collaborative mindset and eagerness to learn.
Benefits of the Role
This is a unique opportunity to develop into a materials and structural asset engineering specialist, learning from industry leaders. You'll gain hands‑on experience on diverse, technically challenging projects contributing to safer, longer‑lasting infrastructure.
Application Process
* Screening: We review applications as they come in but most screening occurs after the close.
* Video interviews: Record answers to straightforward questions.
* Meet the team: Face‑to‑face or virtual behavioural interview.
* Psychometric assessments: Quick tests to understand your working style.
* Offer: Salary, start date, background checks discussed.
We're committed to inclusivity. If you identify as neurodiverse or have a disability and need adjustments, let us know.
Start Dates & Opportunities
Most full‑time roles kick off in February 2026, with some earlier start dates in mid‑2025. Casual work opportunities may exist during your final year.
Next Steps
Apply now; the application takes 10‑15 minutes.
Commitment
At GHD, we live and breathe commitment, influencing our projects and community impact. Our GHD in the Community program partners with NGOs on pro‑bono projects, and GHD Foundation supports STEM education.
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