Graduate, Civil Engineer

City of Adelaide; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring program

Industry expertise access

2-year fixed term

Job summary

The City of Adelaide invites applications for a Graduate Civil Engineer within the Infrastructure Program. You will contribute to planning, design and delivery of civil infrastructure projects, gaining practical experience and building your career in a dynamic council environment.

We seek graduates with an Australian civil engineering background, eligibility for GradIEAust, and a commitment to learning, collaboration, and delivering outcomes.

Qualifications

• Graduated within approximately the last two years or are expecting to graduate within approximately the next 6 months in Civil Engineering.
• Eligible to join Engineers Australia as a GradIEAust upon completion of tertiary qualification.
• Knowledge of the principles and practice of civil engineering, and emerging trends, principles and operations with an understanding of civil engineering operations and function.
• Knowledge of Australian standards, codes of practice, authority regulations and accepted industry best practice for the design and installation of engineering services associated with Civil Engineering projects and Local Government public realm projects.
• Skills and knowledge in conducting research to inform best practice and evidence-based approaches.
• Ability to provide welcoming, responsive and respectful customer service to colleagues and community members, with a commitment to continuous learning, professional development and applying feedback.
• Ability to take ownership and accountability for deliverables.
• Skilled in communication and being able to present effectively both orally and written.
• Strong organisational skills, the ability to successfully manage competing priorities, maintain attention to detail and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to planning, design and delivery of civil infrastructure projects.
• Collaborate with engineers, consultants and project teams.
• Gain practical experience across the project lifecycle from concept through to delivery.
• Develop technical and project skills in a supportive environment.

Skills

Civil engineering knowledge

Graduate eligibility (GradIEAust)

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Project coordination

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Job description

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• Access to Mentoring, Coaching and Industry Expertise
• Commencing February 2027 | 2 year, fixed term role
• Starting at $88,617 + 12% superannuation

About the Opportunity

As part of the Infrastructure Program, the Graduate Civil Engineer will contribute to projects that help shape how people move through, connect with and experience the City of Adelaide. You’ll gain practical experience across the planning, design and delivery of civil infrastructure projects, working alongside experienced engineers and project teams.

From roads, footpaths and drainage to water sensitive urban design and transport infrastructure, you’ll be exposed to a diverse range of projects and challenges. You’ll also build experience working with consultants, contractors and a broad range of stakeholders, giving you an understanding of the project lifecycle from concept through to delivery.

This is an opportunity to turn your university knowledge into real-world experience, develop your technical and project skills and start building a career in an environment where your work can have a visible impact on the city around you.

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Working Rights – Eligibility

We welcome applications from candidates with valid Australian work rights, including those holding a visa with sufficient and appropriate work rights for the position. Australian citizenship is not required; however, visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

About You

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Graduated within approximately the last two years or are expecting to graduate within approximately the next 6 months in Civil Engineering.
• Eligible to join Engineers Australia as a Graduate Engineer (GradIEAust) upon completion of tertiary qualification.
• Knowledge of the principles and practice of civil engineering, and emerging trends, principles and operations with an understanding of civil engineering operations and function.
• Knowledge of Australian standards, codes of practice, authority regulations and accepted industry best practice for the design and installation of engineering services associated with Civil Engineering projects and Local Government public realm projects.
• Skills and knowledge in conducting research to inform best practice and evidence-based approaches.
• Ability to provide welcoming, responsive and respectful customer service to colleagues and community members, with a commitment to continuous learning, professional development and applying feedback.
• Ability to take ownership and accountability for deliverables.
• Skilled in communication and being able to present effectively both orally and written.
• Strong organisational skills, the ability to successfully manage competing priorities, maintain attention to detail and meet deadlines.

Why Our Graduate Program?

Our graduate program gives you a great opportunity to start building your career, while having our genuine impact on our City and our communities. As a capital city council, we have wide-ranging responsibilities, so you’ll be exposed to many different industries. This includes everything from community wellbeing to urban planning, events to infrastructure, lifestyle experiences to heritage, economic development to climate action, corporate services and many more.

Apart from gaining valuable insight into what makes our community unique, are entitled to a wide range of benefits such as:

• A range of health & wellbeing offerings
• On-site gym and chill-out areas
• Social Club events where you get to connect with other colleagues

Specific to the graduate program, you will also have access to:

• Mentorship: You'll be partnered with a City of Adelaide leader who will provide guidance and support throughout your first year.
• Development: Approximately 40 hours of professional development over the graduate program, including participation in the City Leaders program and a collaborative group project with other graduates.
• Regular check-ins: You’ll have regular 1:1 conversation with your leader to ensure ongoing support, goal setting, wellbeing checks and guidance.
• Hone your skills: Opportunities to develop a broad range of transferable skills relevant to various government roles federal, state and local.
• Networking opportunities:within the City Council and the broader government sector.

Located in the geographic heart of Kaurna Country, the City of Adelaide celebrates its cultural heritage, unique natural surrounds and structures its footprint in a way that allows it to adapt to the changing needs of the community and a dynamic global landscape. Our focus is on our community’s wellbeing and quality of life - investing in city improvements and on future planning, so we continue to design a liveable city where future generations can continue to live authentic and meaningful lives. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team and be a bigger part of our amazing city!

At the City of Adelaide, we thrive in an environment that is welcoming, inclusive and safe, and celebrates difference. We value and embrace our diverse perspectives and recognise the value diversity has in fuelling innovation and enabling brilliant experiences for our diverse community.

All enquiries regarding this position will remain private and confidential and can be directed to Bicky Shakya on 08 8203 7351.

Applications close at 11.59pm, 11 October 2026.

Please be advised this is a two-year fixed term opportunity with a starting salary at the Level 3 Classification commencing at $88,617 + 12% superannuation.

As part of the recruitment process candidates will be required to undertake a National Police Check.

We continue to work hard to ensure our recruitment process is safe for people of diverse backgrounds.

Please note, applications received via the email address below will not be considered. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. Our commitment to inclusivity means we welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, and candidates from with a range of lived experiences. If you require assistance with our recruitment process, you are more than welcome to connect with our People Services team on [phone] [e-mail] .