2027 Graduate Structural Engineer

Wallbridge Gilbert Aztec; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Flexible work

Work from home

Learning & development

Job summary

Wallbridge Gilbert Aztec (WGA), an AtkinsRéalis Company, is expanding its Melbourne team with a Graduate Structural Engineer role. You will learn from senior engineers, contribute to meaningful infrastructure projects, and complete a tailored graduate programme designed to build your technical and professional skills.

This is a February 2027 start opportunity for recent graduates or final-year students in Civil or Structural Engineering who are eager to learn, collaborate in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Recent graduate or final-year student in Civil/Structural Engineering.
• Willingness to learn and collaborate in a fast-paced team.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the Graduate Programme and assignments.
• Support project teams across VIC/TAS region.
• Develop technical and professional skills with mentoring.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Structural Engineering

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Job description

About us: WGA, an AtkinsRéalis Company, is a multidisciplinary engineering and project management consultancy delivering complex infrastructure projects across Australia and New Zealand. Combining deep local knowledge with global capability, we connect our clients to an extensive network of engineering specialists, innovative solutions, and industry-leading expertise across the transportation, water, power and renewables, ports and marine, defence, resources, and industrial sectors.

With a team of over 800 people, WGA provides a rich, diverse, and empowered workplace and offers you a chance to work alongside some of the best in the business. We offer a collaborative work environment that promotes mutual learning, respect, dignity, cultural openness, and an appreciation for diverse perspectives and backgrounds.

At WGA, you'll find inspiring career pathways, opportunities to learn from technical specialists, and the support to grow professionally and personally. We offer a range of employee benefits, including industry-leading parental leave, flexible working arrangements, work-from-home opportunities, and learning and development programs designed to help you succeed.

About our approach: We focus on the core philosophy of delivering excellent engineering solutions for our valued clients, which allows us to create exceptional, long-term opportunities for our personnel. Our unique style of project delivery ensures that our people don't have to choose between maintaining hands-on engineering design and corporate career options, they can have both!

About our Role: Due to exciting growth across our VIC/TAS region, WGA is seeking a Graduate Structural Engineer to join our Melbourne team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to kick-start your engineering career with a growing, people-focused consultancy. You'll contribute to meaningful projects, learn from experienced industry professionals, and develop your technical and professional skills during an exciting period of growth and transformation.

In partnership with industry leaders, WGA has developed an inclusive and engaging Graduate Program designed to support your transition from study to professional practice. We are interested in hearing from recent graduates and final-year students who are passionate about building a rewarding career in engineering.

This position will commence in February 2027.

About you: You will:

• Have recently graduated, or be in your final year of study, in Civil / Structural Engineering or related disciplines.
• Bring a positive attitude, curiosity, and a genuine eagerness to learn.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative, and team-oriented environment.
• Demonstrate strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
• Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, enabling you to build strong relationships with colleagues, clients, and industry stakeholders.
• Be motivated to contribute, grow professionally, and make a positive impact on the communities we serve.

About working with us: At WGA, we believe a diverse workplace fosters unique and progressive ideas and drives our culture of learning and knowledge sharing. We welcome applications from all candidates from all backgrounds. Join us and advance your career while enjoying the unique benefits and opportunities that come with being part of a local team with global reach.

WGA is a Work180 endorsed workplace for women, find out more at WGA | WORK180 Endorsed Employer