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Cadet drafter - rail

Brisbane
Aecom
Posted: 12 February
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Job Title

Cadet Drafter – Rail (AECOM)

Fortitude Valley, Queensland, Australia

Company Description

At AECOM, we deliver a better world. Improving commutes, keeping lights on, providing clean water, transforming skylines – our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

Job Description

AECOM's Rail team offers a Cadet Civil Drafter role. As a Cadet Drafter you will work as part of a team to assist with delivery of civil engineering design projects. This role is a developmental opportunity where you will grow your skills base and acquire a more specialised understanding of digital engineering concepts and processes using a variety of design software applications.

Responsibilities

* Produce civil designs and associated engineering drawings via the use of AutoCAD and 12d.
* Develop excellent drawing/model management skills via the use of Projectwise and Synergy.
* Develop excellent drawing/model checking skills.
* Develop federated models via the use of Navisworks and Revizto.
* Liaise with designers and project team engineers to ensure timely delivery of project outputs.

About You

This role is well suited to someone who has recently completed Year 12, or someone currently working towards an Associate Degree (or similar). You are a highly motivated individual looking to build a long‐term career within a well‐established drafting and engineering team.

* Interest in gaining civil design knowledge through on‐the‐job experience.
* Interest in 3D modelling and 2D drawing extraction.
* Ready to learn through on‐the‐job experience and university study.
* Enthusiastic and driven.

Qualifications

As part of the Cadetship you must maintain good pass levels in the Associate Degree (external studies) to achieve successful completion of this qualification.

* High achievement levels in Maths and Science subjects.
* Completed or graduating from Year 12.
* Enrolled or eligible to enrol in an Associate Degree of Civil Engineering.
* Basic proficiency in using AutoCAD with a low error rate.
* Sound skills in using all Microsoft Office packages.

Additional Information

Why you'll love working with us:

* Full financial support and development to gain a recognised qualification while working for a global leading employer.
* Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, part‐time, job‐sharing and hybrid work options.
* Gain real experience, work on major projects and support our diverse clients and teams.
* Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year.
* Volunteer and representation leave.
* Flex public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better.

EEO Statement

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.

Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Legal

AECOM acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we, our clients and our communities live and work around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures and to their Elders – past, present, and emerging. We are committed to connecting to Country in our work through meaningful engagement with First Nations peoples and businesses. Find out more about our Australian Reconciliation Action Plan at https://aecom.com/au/our-vision-for-reconciliation/.

ReqID: J10141061

Business Line: Transportation

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: ANZ

Career Area: Digital & Engineering Technology

Work Location Model: On‐Site

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