Building Cadet

Austadiums; Cairns Regional; Hybrid; AUD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing Days

Awards and Recognition Program

Wellbeing program including health all

Perkbox access

Social events and Family Days

Job summary

BESIX Watpac has an exciting opportunity for a Building Cadet or Graduate to join our North QLD construction team in Cairns. You will assist with preparing contract documents, support the tendering process and carry out general site administration duties.

The role offers exposure to trade package tendering, project document control, and broader project administration within a leading Australian builder. Training and development are provided as part of our long‑term career pathways.

Qualifications

• Currently studying Construction Management, Engineering, or similar qualification.
• Ability to communicate and build effective relationships at all levels of the project.
• Demonstrated ability to operate autonomously using initiative, sound reasoning, and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the trade package tendering process including compilation and approval of tender documents and proposed tender list, issue of documents, receipt of tenders, comparison of tenders and submission of tender recommendation for approval.
• Assist with general administration of trade packages following award including progress payments, variations and final accounts.
• Compilation and control of project documents including maintenance of a control register. Ensure prompt issue of documentation to the respective parties.
• Assist with general project administration as required.

Skills

Communication

Relationship building

Autonomy/Initiative

Education

Construction/Engineering studies

Job description

Company Description

With over a century of heritage in Australia, BESIX Watpac is a builder deeply ingrained in the local construction landscape. We're building what matters, with an exciting portfolio of projects across all sectors - from stadiums and venues to complex industrial facilities, hospitals and secure infrastructure, including defence. Our footprint spans Australia and New Zealand, where we continue to deliver projects that leave a lasting legacy in the communities they serve. Our people are the beating heart of what we do, and the passion they bring each day drives our success, to build the best together.

Job Description

BESIX Watpac has an exciting opportunity for a Building Cadet or Graduate to join our highly successful North QLD construction team in Cairns. In this role, you will assist with preparing contract documents, support the tendering process and carry out general site administration duties.

• Assist with the trade package tendering process including compilation and approval of tender documents and proposed tender list, issue of documents, receipt of tenders, comparison of tenders and submission of tender recommendation for approval.
• Assist with general administration of trade packages following award including progress payments, variations and final accounts.
• Compilation and control of project documents including maintenance of a control register. Ensure prompt issue of documentation to the respective parties.
• Assist with general project administration as required.

Qualifications

The incumbent in this role will require the following qualifications and experience

• Currently studying Construction Management, Engineering, or similar qualification.
• Ability to communicate and build effective relationships at all levels of the project.
• Demonstrated ability to operate autonomously using initiative, sound reasoning, and decision-making skills.

Additional Information

Along with a competitive remuneration package and long-term career development opportunities, our employees enjoy access to the following benefits:

• Wellbeing Days - three additional leave days per year.
• Awards and Recognition Program, rewarding employees who bring our values to life.
• Access to a wellbeing program including annual skin checks and flu vaccinations.
• Instant access to Perkbox, giving you a wide variety of perks and benefits, plus curated wellbeing tools to look after your physical and mental health.
• Social events and Family Days.

At BESIX Watpac, we are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone is valued, supported and respected. By embracing all ages, gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, education and appearance, our people feel safe, empowered, and motivated to be their best. If you're excited about this role but don't tick all the boxes, we encourage you to apply if you have transferable skills and believe you would be a great fit with BESIX Watpac.

Join our talented and passionate team delivering once-in-a-generation projects.

BESIX Watpac acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land on which we live and work, and pay respect to the Elders past, present and emerging.