Graduate Engineer

Core Talent; Sydney; On-site; AUD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship and support from engineers

Structured on-the-job learning

Job summary

Core Talent is seeking a Graduate Engineer to launch a career in civil construction. Join an established team and gain hands-on experience with a clear pathway into a Site Engineer role.

Working alongside experienced engineers, you will handle project administration, site coordination, and tender preparation while developing technical and practical skills. This entry-level opportunity includes mentorship, structured on-the-job learning, and a solid progression plan into a Site Engineer position.

Qualifications

• Recently completed degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or Construction Management.
• Degree completed within the last six months.
• Australian permanent residency or Australian citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Providing administrative and project support to the engineering team.
• Assisting with payroll processing, timesheets and associated documentation.
• Supporting the preparation and coordination of tenders and project submissions.
• Maintaining project records, documentation and reporting.
• Assisting with site-based activities and day-to-day project coordination.
• Liaising with site personnel, subcontractors and internal stakeholders.
• Learning construction processes, project delivery requirements and site management practices.
• Working closely with senior engineers to develop the technical and practical skills required to progress into a Site Engineer role.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

Kick-start your career with a pathway to Site Engineer!

Are you a recent graduate looking to launch your career in the civil construction industry? This is an excellent opportunity to join an established construction business, gain hands-on industry experience and develop your skills with a clear pathway into a Site Engineer role.

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Graduate Engineer who is eager to learn, take initiative and build a long-term career in construction.

The Opportunity

Working alongside experienced engineers and project teams, you will gain exposure to a broad range of engineering, project administration and site-based responsibilities. This role is designed to provide a strong foundation in the industry, with ongoing development and the opportunity to progress into a Site Engineer position.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing administrative and project support to the engineering team.
• Assisting with payroll processing, timesheets and associated documentation.
• Supporting the preparation and coordination of tenders and project submissions.
• Maintaining project records, documentation and reporting.
• Assisting with site-based activities and day-to-day project coordination.
• Liaising with site personnel, subcontractors and internal stakeholders.
• Learning construction processes, project delivery requirements and site management practices.
• Working closely with senior engineers to develop the technical and practical skills required to progress into a Site Engineer role.

About You

We are looking for someone who is proactive, organised and keen to learn, with a genuine interest in building a career in civil construction.

To be considered, you will need:

• A recently completed degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or Construction Management.
• To have completed your degree within the last six months.
• Australian permanent residency or Australian citizenship.
• Strong communication, organisational and time-management skills.
• A positive attitude, willingness to learn and ability to take direction.
• Good attention to detail and confidence working across both office-based and site-based tasks.
• A genuine desire to develop your career and progress into a Site Engineer position.

No extensive industry experience is required

This opportunity is ideal for a graduate ready to put their studies into practice and learn from experienced professionals.

What's on Offer?

• Salary: $65,000 + superannuation.
• A genuine entry-level opportunity with structured on-the-job learning.
• Exposure to both project administration and site operations.
• Mentorship and support from experienced engineers.
• A clear career progression pathway into a Site Engineer role.
• The opportunity to build practical skills and establish yourself within the civil construction industry.