Graduate Program – Melbourne

prensa; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentor support

Career development

Work-life balance

Parental leave

Five weeks leave after five years

Profit sharing

Post-graduate study support

Job summary

Prensa is a leading risk management consultancy in Australia seeking graduates in science, chemistry, engineering or safety to support risk management for commercial buildings, industrial sites and major retail facilities. The role includes fieldwork, site inspections, and cross-disciplinary consulting across HSE assessments, asbestos and hazardous materials management, and air quality monitoring.

Training will cover Australian Standards and legislation to build practical consulting skills in a

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and willingness to learn.
• Proven report writing ability.
• Customer service experience is advantageous.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fieldwork including building and site inspections.
• Consult across disciplines such as HSE assessments, management systems, and audits.
• Manage asbestos and hazardous materials considerations.
• Oversee hazardous chemical and waste management.
• Address safety across confined spaces, heights, fire risks, and traffic management.
• Monitor air contaminants including asbestos, dust, chemicals, microbiological hazards, noise and IAQ.

Skills

Communication skills

Report writing

Customer service experience

Independent & team work

Willingness to learn

Education

Science/Engineering/Safety degree (Graduate)

Tools

Microsoft Word & Excel

Job description

AtPrensa, we’re not just a consultancy – we’re a launch pad for your career! We’re a leading risk management consultancy, with a team of over 300 experts spread across Australia. We provide pragmatic solutions in health & safety to hazardous materials, contaminated land management, and emergency response.

The Opportunity

We’re seeking motivated graduates in science, chemistry, engineering, or safety disciplines to join our team. In this role, you will work closely with clients in managing risks at commercial buildings, industrial sites and major retail facilities to protect both property and human health.

About the Role

This position involves fieldwork, including building and site inspections, and the chance to consult across multiple disciplines such as:

HSE assessments, management systems, and audits;

Asbestos and hazardous material management;

Hazardous Chemical & waste management;

Safety across confined spaces, heights, fire risks, and traffic management;

Assessing properties impacted by natural disasters; and

Monitoring air contaminants, including asbestos, dust, chemicals, microbiological hazards, noise, and indoor air quality.

You'll get all the training you need to be competent in Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) risk, and we'll help you navigate Australian Standards, legislation, and those complex reference materials with ease.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

We’re after graduates that thrive in a reactive environment, and have the drive to take on this role. Here’s what we’re looking for:

A strong communicator who’s willing to learn how to tackle client-facing situations;

Strong skills in report writing;

Experience in customer service (highly regarded);

A proven ability to work independently and with a team to deliver results;

Confidence, curiosity, and a willingness to learn;

A demonstrated ability to work both independently and within a team, delivering high-quality service; and

Ability to adapt to our reactive environment.

Why Choose Prensa?

We believe in creating a supportive, inclusive, and diverse work environment. When you join us, you'll receive:

A dedicated mentor will be with you every step of the way;

Opportunities to diversify across the business;

Workplace flexibility and arrangements that support work-life balance;

A social, engaging workplace culture focused on career development and employee well-being.

Paid parental leave and leave purchase options

Five weeks of leave after five years of service

A ‘Prensa Day’ (additional paid annual leave day)

Access to the Prensa profit share scheme for eligible employees

Support for post-graduate study with mutual benefits

Available to start in February 2027

A current driver’s license & access to your own vehicle

Valid authority to work in Australia

A solid understanding of Microsoft Word & Excel