Graduate Coastal Engineer

Stantec; Perth; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Stantec’s Geosciences and Environment team in Perth is seeking expressions of interest for a Graduate Coastal Engineer. Based in WA, the role focuses on coastal processes, design and data analysis within a two‑year graduate development program.

You’ll work on coastal engineering, metocean data, and climate planning, with mentoring and a pathway to professional accreditation. The program includes office and field work, with opportunities to engage across a global network.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering (Civil/ Environmental/ Marine/ Coastal)
• Passion for learning and problem-solving
• Demonstrated experience (Undergraduate – penultimate to final year of study to 2 years industry experience) in coastal engineering, coastal monitoring, coastal processes investigations and metocean data collection/analysis.
• Valid/current driver’s licence and experience working on boats desirable
• Office and field work capability, including in remote areas for extended periods
• Australian Citizen, PR or NZ Citizen and in final year of degree or 1–2 years post-graduation

Responsibilities

• Coastal processes investigations and modelling
• Coastal engineering design
• Metocean data collection, analysis, presentation and reporting
• Coastal monitoring and data analysis
• Coastal infrastructure condition assessment
• Planning for climate change impacts and coastal hazard risk management/adaptation

Skills

Coastal engineering

Data analysis

Problem solving

Education

Engineering degree (Civil/ Environmental/Marine/Coastal)

Job description

Graduate Coastal Engineer - ( 260000OR )

Description

Stantec’s Geosciences and Environment team provides strategic and practical solutions to clients with environmental design and management challenges. Due to growth in our Coastal service line, we are currently seeking expressions of interest from highly motivated professionals in this field. You will join our enthusiastic and dynamic team in a full-time role based in Perth, with a focus on delivering projects for clients in WA, nationally and internationally.

What we provide

• Join an award winning two-year graduate development program where you gain hands‑on experience, personalised mentoring, and strong technical support to help you grow with confidence.

• Connect with our global Developing Professionals network, opening opportunities to build your career internationally while taking part in networking and community-building activities.

• Exposure to industry leaders and projects related to coastal engineering, as well as a broader environment and geosciences team.

• Work flexibly and access a wide range of benefits, including mental health support, salary packaging, our Employee Assistance Program, and Rewards and Benefits Program.

• Receive support on your pathway to professional accreditation, including Chartered Engineer or Environmental Professional status.

• Your career journey is in your hands. After the two-year graduate program, you can explore a range of pathways that align with your strengths and passions—whether that’s leadership, project management, or deep technical expertise.

Being part of a big multidisciplinary organisation means you’ll work alongside talented people from different fields—bringing fresh ideas and energy to every project.

With us, not only will you work as part of an inclusive, collaborative, and diverse team, but also be able to develop your skills and knowledge in designing the future of engineering and shape your own career along the journey.

What will you be doing day to day?

• Coastal processes (wave, current, water level and sediment transport) investigations and modelling

• Coastal engineering design

• Metocean data collection, analysis, presentation and reporting

• Coastal monitoring and data analysis

• Coastal infrastructure condition assessment

• Planning for climate change impacts and coastal hazard risk management/adaptation

Why Stantec?

Stantec empowers people to rise to the world’s greatest challenges. As a global company of more than 34,000 people across 450 locations worldwide, with a strong local focus, graduates gain meaningful experience, diverse perspectives, and career opportunities that can take them anywhere.

Applications close on the 4th of December. However, we’ll be reviewing applications as they come in, so don’t wait to apply. If we find the right person before the closing date, we may close applications early.

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Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering (Civil/ Environmental/Marine/Coastal)

• Passion for learning and problem-solving

• Demonstrated experience (Undergraduate – penultimate to final year of study to 2 years industry experience) in, or passion for, the fields of coastal engineering, coastal monitoring, coastal processes investigations and metocean data collection/analysis.

• Valid/current driver’s licence and experience working on boats desirable

• This position includes both office and field work and the applicant must be physically able to stand and work in the field including in remote areas for extended periods of time.

• Australian Citizen, PR or NZ Citizen.

• Currently in final year of degree or 1-2 years post-graduation

Primary Location : Australia-Western Australia-Perth

Organization : BC-3045 EnvSvcs-AU Australia

Employee Status : Regular

Job Level : Entry Level

Travel : No

Schedule : Full-time

Job Posting : Nov 9, 2026, 2:39:43 PM

Req ID: 260000OR

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