Graduate Engineer Program - Gladstone

First Nations Jobs; Gladstone Regional; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

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Mentoring

Learning opportunities

Competitive pay

Job summary

Downer Energy & Utilities invites applications for the Graduate Mechanical Engineer program in Gladstone. You will participate in a structured graduate program, gaining hands-on experience within local projects, supporting operational and technical tasks, and developing stakeholder engagement skills in a supportive environment.

You will work alongside experienced professionals, build practical industry experience, and contribute to projects that support our customers and local communities in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required/essential.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to design, development, testing and maintenance of software?
• Take ownership of assigned tasks and deliver quality outcomes.
• Work with team to understand requirements and scope solutions.
• Collaborate with engineers and leaders to build engineering skills.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering degree

Australian Citizenship or PR

Driver's licence

Relocate to Gladstone

Willingness to learn

Strong communication

Organisational skills

Collaborative mindset

Proactive attitude

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

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Graduate Mechanical Engineering Program 2027 - Gladstone

At Downer Energy & Utilities, we are looking for motivated and ambitious Graduate Mechanical Engineers based in Gladstone to join our team and contribute to the delivery of critical infrastructure projects within the region.

As a Graduate Mechanical Engineer , you will participate in a structured graduate program while gaining valuable hands‑on experience within a local project and operational environment. You will support a range of operational, technical, financial, programming and administrative activities while working alongside experienced industry professionals.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to build your technical capability, develop commercial awareness and strengthen your stakeholder engagement skills while establishing your engineering career in Gladstone. You will gain practical industry experience and contribute to projects that support our customers and local communities.

What We're Looking For

• Degree in Mechanical 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

What We Offer

At Downer, we are committed to developing our people and providing meaningful career opportunities.

You will benefit from:

• Hands‑on experience supporting infrastructure and utilities projects
• The opportunity to build your engineering career locally in Gladstone
• Mentoring and support from experienced industry professionals
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• A strong focus on safety, sustainability and innovation
• A supportive and collaborative team environment
• Competitive remuneration and employee benefits
• Opportunities for long‑term career growth within a leading infrastructure services provider

About Energy & Utilities

Downer Energy & Utilities delivers end‑to‑end engineering, construction, maintenance and asset management services to customers across power, gas, water, telecommunications and renewable energy sectors. Our people work on some of Australia’s most significant infrastructure projects, helping to build sustainable communities and support the nation’s future energy needs.

At Downer, our success is driven by our people. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to bring their whole selves to work. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, culturally diverse individuals and people with disabilities.

HomeMade, Mable, Leap in! and Mable Direct are entities under the Attain Healthtech Group of companies. While our companies are diverse, three similarities bind us:

1. We exist to create lasting, positive change across the entire care and support sector - impacting more lives, elevating standards and shaping the future of care

2. We believe in technology as an enabler

3. We’re driven by helping customers attain better outcomes

This position is part of the Mable team.

About Mable

Mable is one of Australia's leading and fastest‑growing healthtech platforms. As a purpose‑driven company, we are where thousands of people with disability and older Australians have connected with independent support workers of their choosing and on terms that suit them.

With more than 25 million hours of support facilitated since 2014, it's no wonder we have been recognised on the AFR's Top 100, Deloitte Tech Fast 50, were previously awarded Australian Growth & Technology Growth Company of the Year.

By working at Mable, you will join a high productivity and dynamic team environment, leading to meaningful change in Australia's care and support sectors.

To find out more, visit

About the role

Ready to break into tech and build a career as a great engineer? At Attain, we’re looking for curious, driven people with a hunger to learn and the ambition to keep getting better.

You’ll join a technology focused organisation where learning is part of the journey. Working alongside experienced engineers and technical leaders, you’ll gain hands‑on exposure to modern technologies, full‑stack development, cloud platforms and AI, while building the skills and confidence to tackle real‑world challenges.

We’ll give you the coaching, support and opportunities to grow your technical capability and discover what you’re capable of. You bring the curiosity, initiative and willingness to learn - we’ll help you build the foundations to become a great engineer.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design, development, testing and maintenance of software applications, building skills across full‑stack development and modern engineering practices.
• Support the ongoing operation and improvement of software applications, investigating issues, resolving minor bugs and contributing to enhancements.
• Take ownership of assigned tasks, working with the team to understand requirements, scope solutions and deliver quality outcomes.
• Write clean, maintainable code in line with engineering standards, participate in code reviews and apply feedback to continuously improve technical capability.
• Work closely with experienced engineers and technical leaders through pairing, development discussions and knowledge sharing to build engineering skills and learn industry best practices.
• Conduct development testing, help identify and resolve technical issues, and gain exposure to monitoring and observability tools such as Datadog.
• Contribute to team meetings, respond to development requests, communicate progress and challenges proactively, and seek guidance when needed.
• Actively seek feedback, embrace learning opportunities and progressively develop the technical skills, confidence and independence required to contribute to the wider engineering team.

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

• A degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or a related field, or a coding bootcamp supported by practical development experience.
• Familiarity with programming principles, testing, debugging and version control.
• Strong problem solving skills, curiosity and a practical approach to challenges.
• A hunger to learn, openness to feedback and willingness to apply coaching.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively.
• Accountability, initiative and a proactive approach to managing tasks.
• Adaptability and enthusiasm for tackling new challenges in a changing technology environment.
• An interest in modern engineering practices, cloud technologies and AI‑powered development tools.

We know our customers because we listen and want to learn. We engage within the community and the sector and always act on insights.

We’re ambitious and embrace creativity to solve challenges. We’re here to reshape the industry and back big ideas.

We channel our passion into a positive environment. We welcome diversity and collaborate to make the most of our different skills and ways of thinking.

We work hard to deliver change. We innovate and move fast to make a difference in the sector and people’s lives.

Values we share as part of Attain Healthtech

We simplify care with creativity and bold ideas.

Make It Matter

We put people at the centre and create impact that improves lives.

Own The Outcome

We aim high, deliver excellence and drive results that last.

Power your career

Learn from industry experts, experienced leaders, and on‑the‑job opportunities.

Access parental leave

Get 14 weeks of paid leave for primary carers and 6 weeks of paid leave for secondary carers plus superannuation.

Work with flexibility

We’re a hybrid workplace, balancing time in the office with remote work.

Flexi Leave Days

Get one extra paid leave day per quarter for what makes you happy.

Take a floating public holiday

Acknowledge a significant day your way with family and friends.

Be rewarded

Celebrate wins and recognise great performance with an easy and accessible Reward and Recognition program.

We are one

As an organisation, we celebrate our diversity and welcome all people, regardless of their family responsibilities, ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

If this role has stood out to you but you don’t feel like you ‘tick all the boxes,’ we strongly encourage you to apply nonetheless. We value diversity in experience, and you might just bring something we are looking for to our organisation!

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analysing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Egis is a leading global organisation in architecture, consulting, construction engineering, operations and mobility services. We partner with clients to design, deliver and operate smarter infrastructure and places that respond to the world’s evolving needs.

With more than 22,000 employees worldwide, we combine global capability with strong local insight. Our multidisciplinary expertise enables us to deliver innovative, practical and sustainable solutions that help build more balanced, resilient communities.

At Egis, you’ll be part of a business shaping the future of cities, transport, energy and the built environment, creating lasting impact where it matters most.

Job Description

Step into a role where your ideas and curiosity genuinely matter. As a Graduate Engineer, you’ll contribute to real projects from your first week.

You’ll support technical analysis using GIS, water and flood modelling software across a variety of projects from our Brisbane office . Join our dynamic and high‑performing Water Resources team for the 2027 Graduate intake!

What we offer you

• Peer Mentorship: with a dedicated buddy system gain guidance and support from emerging young professionals within your industry.
• Continuous Learning:collaborate, problem solve and thrive in a supportive environment.
• Hands‑on Experience: conduct flood modelling, water balance modelling and mine water management, turning information into insights that matter.
• Collaboration: as your career develops, work closely with experts across the water resources, environmental management, flooding and stormwater teams.

Key responsibilities

• Teamwork: you’ll work alongside a variety of specialists, learning how different disciplines come together to deliver successful projects. Building relationships with clients on projects and developing contacts within the industry.
• Problem Solving: tackle real challenges, think creatively and help shape practical solutions that improve project performance outcomes. Apply diligent curiosity across a variety of analysis and modelling activities.
• Quality Focus: learn how we meet industry standards and regulations while delivering work we’re proud of.

Qualifications

What do we need from you

• Graduating prior to commencing full‑time work in February 2027
• Tertiary degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering
• Available to start February 2027
• Relevant work rights to live and work full‑time in Australia. This position is not open to applicants outside of Australia

About you

• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
• Strong willingness to learn and grow professionally
• Interest and enthusiasm to work within water resources
• Detail orientated and analytical
• Exposure to GIS software, as well as flood modelling and/or water balance modelling is highly regarded.
• Previous vacation or internship experience within the mining industry, local government or a consulting environment will be highly regarded

Additional Information

Egis is committed to creating an inclusive, creative culture that embraces diversity and flexibility. We offer generous parental leave, support flexible work practices and strive to create an environment where employees can connect, collaborate, grow and succeed.

We are expanding in Australia and New Zealand and are excited for you to join our growing team!

Applications close 23 Oct 2026 E. Australia Standard Time

We are one

As an organisation, we celebrate our diversity and welcome all people, regardless of their family responsibilities, ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

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