OverviewWe offer outstanding development programs for graduates with job rotations in our various teams enabling you to gain experience across a broad portfolio of careers.
The City has a friendly and supportive culture that recognises the value that Graduate Engineers bring and you will immediately be provided with personal responsibility for the completion of operational requirements to make a real personal impact on the organisation.
This will equip you with the tools for future career success with many Local Government Executives, Managers and Technical Experts setting the foundation for their engineering careers through this program.The successful candidate will rotate through all areas of the City's Operations Division gaining experience in project management, construction, maintenance, asset management, sub-divisional engineering, facility management, fleet management, waste management, recycling, traffic engineering, tender administration and contract management.You will also be supported with extensive career development opportunities such as technical training, financial assistance for further study, mentoring from established professionals, opportunities to act in leadership roles, and support to attain Chartered Status through Engineers Australia.For further detail about the City's Graduate Program, check out the City's website.
PositionWe are seeking a self-motivated individual who is looking to develop their career to take on a permanent full-time Graduate Engineer position starting in the area of Project Management.
The successful applicant will be involved in coordinating and managing capital works projects for the City of Swan – ensuring safe practices, delivery of projects on time, within budget and to the required standards and specifications, and in accordance with all relevant legislation and the City's policies and procedures.
Responsibilities include contract administration, project documentation, progress reporting, and project budget management.Please note applications received for this position will form a talent pool that may also be considered for future vacancies as they arise within the graduate program.
About youThe successful candidate will have the following:Bachelor degree in Civil or Environmental EngineeringMembership, or eligibility to membership of Engineers AustraliaThe ability to comprehend new technical information and apply it in a practical settingThe ability to deliver a high level of customer service to internal and external customersStrong team leadership skillsProven oral and written communication skillsThe ability to work in an autonomous environmentC Class Drivers LicenceA satisfactory National Police Certificate
About working with usThe salary for this position will be from $94,386 to $112,499 per annum, depending on the skills and experience of the successful applicant.
You will also enjoy benefitsFlexibility to balance work and life through a 9-day fortnight or a 19-day monthExcellent leave entitlements e.g. purchase additional leave, Local Government public holidayGenerous Superannuation contributions up to a total combined 17%Comprehensive employee wellness programGenerous study assistance (terms and conditions apply)Free parking options availableTravelsmart allowance to support public transport use or cycling to work
About the CityThe City of Swan, located north east of Perth, is the largest local government by land size in the Perth metropolitan area, and has one of the fastest growing populations.The City covers an area of 1,042 square kilometres, equivalent to almost 20 per cent of the Perth metropolitan area.
A beautifully diverse expanse of land, the City is rich in natural assets, including the iconic Swan River and internationally renowned Swan Valley viticulture region established in 1829.Our location, services and facilities make the City an attractive place to live.
The population across our 42 suburbs stands at 168,334 in 2023, but is set to reach 300,000 by 2050.The Whadjuk people of the Noongar Nation have been the traditional custodians of the land for more than 40,000 years.
The Derbal Yerrigan (Swan River) holds enormous cultural significance for the Noongar people.
The City is also rich in European history, and our community is a melting pot of multiculturalism, with one in three people being born overseas and one in five speaking a language other than English at home.
Our ideal location, significant history, diverse community and strong economy ensures a positive future for the City of Swan, full of opportunity.Our purpose at the City is to improve the quality of life for all of the people who live in, work in and visit the City of Swan by delivering our vision of 'one city, diverse people, culture and places' through shared values of respect, excellence, accountability and leadership.At the City of Swan we are committed to recruiting and retaining the right people and creating a great place to work.
We offer our employees real careers, real impact, and real rewards.We welcome people with diverse skills, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds and encourage applications from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples, and individuals who may identify as LGBTIQ+, with disability, a culturally and linguistically diverse background, and people of all ages.For queries regarding the application process, please contact our People Services Partner (HR) on (08) 9267 9245For queries about the position, please contact Angelu Tolentino on (08) 9267 9113To apply please submit a 1-page cover letter that outlines your qualifications and experience and why you would be a valuable fit for this role, and a resume via the link.The City of Swan reserves the right to commence shortlisting and interviews earlier than the closing date.
The City also reserves the right to close the vacancy early therefore if you are interested in this position, please submit an application as early as possible.
*No agencies please.NoteThe end of the original listing contained duplicates and non-relevant material which has been removed to improve clarity and focus.
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📌 Graduate Engineer
🏢 City of Swan
📍 Western Australia