2027 Graduate Structural Engineer

WGA (Wallbridge Gilbert Aztec); City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Work-from-home opportunities

Learning and development programs

Job summary

WGA (Wallbridge Gilbert Aztec) in Melbourne invites recent graduates or final-year students in Civil/Structural Engineering to join a growing, people-focused consultancy. You will kick-start your engineering career, contribute to meaningful projects, and learn from industry professionals during a period of growth and transformation.

This Graduate Program supports your transition from study to professional practice, with pathways to develop technical and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Recently graduated or in final year of Civil/Structural Engineering.
• Strong communication, interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Join a growing, people-focused consultancy and contribute to meaningful projects.
• Learn from experienced professionals and develop technical and professional skills.
• Participate in a graduate program supporting the transition from study to professional practice.

Skills

Positive attitude

Team-oriented

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

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

• 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