Graduate Structural Engineer - Building Engineering (Feb 2025)

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

If you want to start a career with impact, whether solving everyday problems through to tackling some of the great challenges our clients and communities face, you’ll find that here.  That’s why we pledge to empower all our people to make a positive impact and ensure you’re provided the necessary training and experiences to make those aspirations a reality.

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 does being a Graduate mean for you?

Outside of the technical development you’ll gain working within your team, you’ll also join GHD’s two-year Graduate Development Program. The Graduate Program will connect you peers across Australia, New Zealand, the broader Asia Pacific region and the Middle East.   

We offer optional rotations in the second year of your program to help explore your career pathway, 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.

Want to know more about life as a Consultant in GHD?

GHD, in partnership with The Forage, a global provider of job simulations, have developed a self-paced Virtual Internship where you’ll start to explore what a career in our Engineering teams looks like.  You’ll hear from one of the Leaders in our Rail team who’ll outline some of the topics we cover, as well as talking you through a bit more of what we do in GHD. 

The Virtual Internship should only take you 3-4 hours to complete   We’re not asking you to undertake complex calculations, but rather understand some of the challenge we work with on a day to day basis.

To learn more, access our Virtual Engineering Internship here.

Who are we looking for?

Our Northern Australia Business is currently looking for a hard-working and passionate Graduate Structural Engineer to join our Mackay/Cairns team. Our team is close-knit, and you will be an integral member supporting the team in delivering projects across a range of clients.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for final year, or recently graduated students from Structural Engineering.

In this position in our Building Engineering Team, Mackay, North Queensland, as a graduate Structural engineer, you will have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects and tasks related to structural 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 structural engineer might be involved in at GHD:

• Assisting experienced engineers in the design, analysis, and evaluation of various structural systems, including buildings, bridges, and infrastructure.
• Utilizing advanced engineering software and tools for modelling, simulations, and structural analysis.
• Conducting site visits and inspections to gather critical data for engineering assessments.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the integration of structural solutions within overall project plans.
• Preparing detailed technical reports, drawings, and documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrating a proactive and results-driven attitude, embracing new challenges, and continuously learning from seasoned professionals.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering or a related field, with a strong focus on structural analysis and design.
• Strong academic record, showcasing your commitment to applying engineering principles to real-world structural challenges.
• Proficiency in engineering software such as ETABS, SAP2000, or similar structural analysis and design tools.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, enabling effective collaboration within a team environment.
• A proactive and results-driven attitude, with a willingness to take on new challenges and learn from experienced mentors.
• Must be an Australian Citizen or Australian Permanent Resident eligible to obtain citizenship.

Preferred:

• Proficiency in additional structural engineering software such as Revit, Tekla Structures, or similar BIM tools.
• Strong analytical skills, enabling you to tackle complex structural engineering problems with innovative solutions.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail in project documentation and reporting.
• A collaborative and team-oriented approach, working effectively with architects, contractors, and other stakeholders.

 What does the rest of GHD’s process look like?

Once we receive your application, it will be reviewed by one of our Talent Acquisition team members who manage each of our regions.   From there, the rest of our recruitment process includes:

• 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.
• Formal interviews, either in person or via MS Teams.  Prior to our interview we’ll also ask you to go through some online testing through one of our providers, Saville.
• An offer, where we’ll go through your salary package and the start date for our program, as well as flagging our background checking process.

In our application process, we want to be as inclusive as possible to ensure everyone has an equitable chance of proceeding through.  If you identify as someone who is neurodiverse, or who has a disability and may require changes to any of the processes outlined above, please respond to the question at the start of our process and we’ll be in touch where appropriate.

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 2025. 

Interested? Apply now.