Graduate Engineer

BMD Group; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Specialised learning and development programs

Health and wellbeing program

Paid parental leave

Flexible work opportunities

Discounts with hundreds of retailers

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Australia is seeking a Graduate Engineer to join their innovative Graduate Program. This role offers a unique opportunity to develop foundational skills through hands-on learning and mentorship from industry leaders. Ideal candidates are recent graduates in Civil Engineering, eager to embrace a fast-paced work environment while contributing to diverse projects. The program includes structured modules, a three-day conference, and access to ongoing training for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Strong decision-making, communication, and creative thinking skills.
• Drive to experience real hands-on work in the field.
• Resilience, enthusiasm, and collaboration in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all work is delivered in line with project objectives.
• Work as part of a team on core project functions.
• Maintain a daily diary outlining details of site meetings and inspections.
• Participate in training initiatives and skill development programs.

Skills

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Decision-making

Education

Bachelor of Civil Engineering

Job description

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Our Graduate Program has been uniquely designed to bridge the gap between formal education and the workforce, establishing a clear and supportive path for your professional development and long-term success at BMD. Throughout the program you will develop foundational career skills in problem solving, critical thinking, innovation and team building.

BMD graduates are offered a career path with adequate support systems in place to encourage growth and individual contributions. We offer practical exposure to the construction industry, performance plans designed for growth, and access to business leaders for mentoring.

What To Expect: Our industry-leading Graduate Program is designed to set you up for a long and successful career - by building a solid foundation. Here’s what to expect:

• kick off with a three-day all expenses paid conference on the Gold Coast with your peers
• engage in structured learning through three tailored modules on topics designed to develop critical thinking, problem-solving and leadership skills
• experience exciting hands-on and in person learning every six months to build relationships and network with your peers from across the country
• receive mentoring from BMD’s Board of Directors, executive management team and emerging leaders to build your leadership qualities and help you progress your career

What You’ll Do: As a Graduate Site Engineer, you’ll get the chance to explore multiple functions of the projects you work on to get an in-depth understanding of the core elements required for delivery. You will work as part of the team and play a key role in ensuring all work is delivered in accordance with quality, time, production, safety and environmental objectives of the project in line with our expectations as a business.

As a Graduate Site Engineer, you will get the opportunity to:

• learn about drawings, specifications, and workplace health, safety, environmental and quality (HSEQ) requirements for all site-related activities
• work as part of a team to ensure core project functions are being delivered, including purchasing materials, supporting financial functions, submitting progress claims, assisting with quality monitoring and contributing to creating solutions where needed
• maintain a daily diary outlining details of site meetings, discussions, works performed, and inspections
• actively participate in training initiatives and skill development programs.

Who We’re Looking For: BMD welcomes graduates with diverse backgrounds and experience. We’re looking for an eager, determined and resourceful graduate who is ready to take the first leap in their professional career.

To be successful, you will be a team player, have strong decision-making, communication and creative thinking skills, and the drive to experience real hands-on work in the field. We are also looking for a graduate who can showcase resilience, enthusiasm and collaboration to achieve positive outcomes in a fast-paced environment.

To qualify for this position, you must have completed a Bachelor of Civil Engineering (or graduating in 2025 or mid-2026).

Benefits: We offer a rewarding long-term career, opportunities to develop, and a culture that values your contribution. BMD recognises that we are strengthened by diversity and we embrace differences as an equal opportunity employer, providing a flexible and inclusive workplace that rewards excellence and promotes a healthy work-life balance.

We offer unique benefits which includes specialised learning and development programs, a good health and wellbeing program, paid parental leave for primary and secondary carers and flexible work, novated leasing and discounts with hundreds of retailers.

BMD is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.