Graduate Engineer – Gladstone Infrastructure & Utilities

First Nations Jobs; Gladstone Regional; Remote; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring and professional development

Ongoing learning opportunities

Strong focus on safety and wellbeing

Collaborative team environment

Competitive remuneration and benefits

Long-term career growth in energy &amp

Utilities projects

Job summary

Downer Energy & Utilities is seeking motivated Graduate Engineers based in Gladstone to join our structured graduate program and contribute to local infrastructure projects. You will support operational, technical, financial, programming and administrative activities while learning from experienced professionals.

This role offers a pathway to build your engineering career in Gladstone, with mentoring, ongoing development opportunities and a strong focus on safety and sustainability.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Civil Engineering, completed in 2025 or due for completion by the end of 2026.
• Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency.
• Current driver’s licence and availability to commence in February 2027.
• Based in, or able to independently relocate to, the Gladstone region.
• A willingness to learn, an open mindset and a desire to build your professional career from the ground up.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• A collaborative approach and eagerness to learn from experienced professionals.
• A proactive, self-motivated attitude with a commitment to ongoing development.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a structured graduate program while gaining hands-on experience in local projects.
• Support a range of operational, technical, financial, programming and administrative activities.
• Work alongside experienced industry professionals to develop engineering capabilities and commercial awareness.
• Contribute to projects that support customers and local communities in Gladstone.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Collaborative approach

Self-motivated

Willingness to learn

Education

Mechanical/Electrical/Civil Eng degree

Job description

Downer Energy & Utilities is seeking motivated Graduate Engineers based in Gladstone to join our structured graduate program and contribute to local infrastructure projects. You will support operational, technical, financial, programming and administrative activities while learning from experienced professionals.

This role offers a pathway to build your engineering career in Gladstone, with mentoring, ongoing development opportunities and a strong focus on safety and sustainability.