Graduate, Waste & Resource Recovery - Environment

City of Gold Coast; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 71,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Graduate Academy

Professional development

Mentors and leadership

Job summary

The City of Gold Coast invites graduates to join a 12‑month Graduate Academy designed to unlock potential and build knowledge, skills and hands‑on experience. You will work across planning, operations and infrastructure projects, guided by industry leaders and mentors, with a focus on real‑world impact and career progression.

Starting February 2027, you will benefit from tailored development, professional accreditation support and a strong network through cohort activities, CEO talks, city tours

Qualifications

• Graduates must hold a recognised bachelor’s degree or postgraduate qualification completed recently or before February 2027.
• Applicants must have full working rights in Australia for the duration of the program and be able to work full‑time.
• Graduate entry with focus on Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering or Business and related fields.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to projects and initiatives that help shape and connect the City.
• Gain hands‑on experience across planning, operations and infrastructure projects.
• Analyse information and support data analysis, reporting and stakeholder engagement.
• Collaborate across operational and planning teams and engage with industry, communities and schools.

Skills

Curiosity

Motivation

Learning mindset

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Postgraduate qualification

Job description

The City of Gold Coast invites graduates to join a 12‑month Graduate Academy designed to unlock potential and build knowledge, skills and hands‑on experience. You will work across planning, operations and infrastructure projects, guided by industry leaders and mentors, with a focus on real‑world impact and career progression.

Starting February 2027, you will benefit from tailored development, professional accreditation support and a strong network through cohort activities, CEO talks, city tours