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Graduate Environment
Division:
Planning and Technical Services Directorate
Position No:
Pool Ref GRADENVIRONMENT2024
Salary:
Specified Calling Level 1 $77,053 - $108,624 pa MRWA EBA + 11% superannuation
Work Type:
Permanent - Full Time
Location:
Various
Closing Date:
2024-04-04 1:00 PM
Your Future, Our Direction
Join a leading WA government agency that values your contribution and wants to invest in you!
Keeping WA Moving is our commitment for the future, underpinning our values and guiding the decisions we make. As communities and populations continue to expand, so does the need for a safe, reliable, and sustainable road-based transport system.
The future direction of Main Roads is an exciting one, as we welcome over 600 new employees through our move to in-house road maintenance delivery. We continually strive towards excellence in everything that we do. Now is a great time to become involved in developing and implementing cutting edge technology and sustainable major projects on WA’s road network.
Main Roads provides stability, security, ongoing challenging and rewarding work.
About The Role
We currently have opportunities available in our Graduate Environment Program to offer recent graduates who have completed a Bachelor of Science Degree (relevant discipline) or Environmental Management (or equivalent).
Applications will also be considered from current students who will be completing their degree by July 2024 for our mid-year intake, or December 2024 for our 2025 intake.
This is a three-year rotational program, providing practical learning experiences in a range of specialist areas. The rotations are based on your strengths, skills, and interests coupled with business needs.
You will have the opportunity to work in all facets of environmental management within a large, high performing and experienced team undertaking various responsibilities in the following areas:
- project approvals at local, State and Commonwealth levels
- revegetation
- dieback management
- management of conservation significant flora and fauna
- on-ground environmental management
What’s in it for You?
- We offer a competitive and attractive remuneration package and a well-established program that provides valuable learning and skill development
- Be supported by a dedicated graduate co-ordinator who will guide you, structure your rotations and provide professional feedback and advice
- Flexible working arrangements – we will offer you a safe learning environment and encourage work/life balance
- Build working relationships with industry professionals - create professional and personal connections
- Guaranteed permanent placement at the completion of your Graduate program
- Opportunity to work across Western Australia and contribute to substantial road network projects
We are looking for highly motivated graduates who aren’t afraid of a challenge and want to make a difference to environmental management in Western Australia. You will need to have excellent problem-solving skills and be able to work both independently and as a team member.
Come and be a part of keeping WA moving!
To be considered for our Graduate Environment Program, you must:
- Be a recent university graduate (within 3 years from completion of your bachelor’s degree) or have your degree completed by July 2024 for our mid-year intake, or December 2024 for our 2025 intake.
- An Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
- Be motivated to work at Main Roads, demonstrated through your strengths and personal attributes
- Have a career interest in environmental management
- Have strong problem solving skills, including embracing change and challenge
- Be great at working together in teams
- Be able to build relationships with stakeholders
- A copy of your Bachelor of Science Degree (in a relevant discipline) or Environmental Management (or equivalent) – completed within the last three (3) years and your academic transcript. Applicants that are currently completing their studies are to submit their most current academic results.
- Your CV
- A copy of your current WA motor vehicle (car) Driver’s Licence (or approved equivalent)
- Proof of Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency
- A cover letter outlining why you would like to be a Graduate Environment at Main Roads, highlighting your skills and abilities relevant to the role.
Successful applicants will need to complete a pre-employment medical assessment and national police clearance prior to appointment.
Apply Now!
We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to attracting and retaining a culturally diverse workforce and in line with our commitment to improve diversity; we strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities to apply.
There are plenty of opportunities at Main Roads, that can take you to many new places!
Find Out More.
Learn more about this opportunity and our entry level career pathways on our Graduate & Students portal:
For further information on our Graduate program, the recruitment process and eligibility requirements, please email and one of our team will be in contact.
If you experience technical issues when submitting your application, please contact RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056 or e-mail to
Further information about Main Roads, real-time travel information and our projects can be found on our website
If you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process, please contact Sophie Cook on (08) 9323 4263 or email
