Student Engineer

City of Swan; City Of Swan; On-site; AUD 68,485 - 74,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight

Superannuation up to 17%

Free parking

Travelsmart allowance

Job summary

City of Swan invites applications for a fixed term Student Engineer position in Western Australia. Based in WA, the role offers a development pathway toward Graduate Engineer positions, with paid experience until 28 August 2026 and a possibility of extension.

The incumbent will gain exposure to civil engineering across project management, design, asset management, construction and maintenance, under close supervision by experienced officers, and will contribute to a professional technical

Qualifications

• Currently studying a Bachelor Degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Gain familiarity with all aspects of civil engineering at the City of Swan – project management, civil design, asset management, construction and maintenance.
• Work diligently to become familiar with processes, procedures and work practices in Project Management, Asset Management and Construction & Maintenance.
• Carry out relatively straightforward tasks as directed, which are relevant to Project Management, Asset Management and Construction & Maintenance.
• Follow all directions and safety practices when taken to construction sites, whether inspecting works by the City of Swan's own crews, or works by contractors.
• Provide professional, confidential and timely technical support to the Asset Management unit.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Tech skills

Education

Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering

National Police Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We have a unique short-term opportunity for a fixed term Student Engineer position which could provide a development pathway for Graduate Engineer positions at the City, and beyond. The incumbent will be expected to acquire a range of basic skills in all aspects of civil engineering at the City of Swan, under close supervision by experienced officers. We currently have an opportunity for a student to gain some paid experience on a fixed term full time basis until 28 August 2026, with possibility of extension.

Key Accountabilities

• To gain familiarity with all aspects of civil engineering at the City of Swan - project management, civil design, asset management, construction and maintenance
• To work diligently to become familiar with processes, procedures and work practices in the areas of Project Management, Asset Management and Construction & Maintenance
• To carry out relatively straightforward tasks as directed, which are relevant to Project Management, Asset Management and Construction & Maintenance
• To follow all directions and safety practices when taken to construction sites, whether inspecting works by the City of Swan's own crews, or works by contractors working on behalf of developers
• Contribute to the provision of a professional, confidential and timely technical support service to the Asset Management business unit
• Ability to work under broad direction with limited supervision.
• Apply legislative obligations under the E.O. & WHS policies
• Maintain an up to date register of completed work.

Qualifications

• Currently studying a Bachelor Degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering
• Good interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft office and general tech skills
• A satisfactory National Police Certificate

Salary and Benefits

The salary for this position will be from $68,485.62 - $74,307.64 per annum, depending on the skills and experience of the successful applicant.

You will also enjoy benefits including:

• Flexibility to balance work and life through a 9-day fortnight
• Generous Superannuation contributions up to a total combined 17%
• Free parking options available
• Travelsmart allowance to support public transport use or cycling to work

We welcome everyone exactly as they are. We welcome people with diverse skills, experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds and encourage applications from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people who identify as LGBTIQA+, people with disabilities, people with a culturally and linguistically diverse background, and people of all ages.