2027 Graduate Program : Department of Housing and Works

Various; Southwestern Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 79,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

A government department is offering a graduate program commencing in February 2027, accepting applications from candidates with all degrees. The program provides a competitive salary of $86,439 - $92,795 per annum, along with flexible work options and extensive professional development opportunities. Successful applicants will rotate through various business areas, contributing to social housing and government infrastructure projects. Applications open on February 23, 2026, and interested candidates should register to be notified when positions become available.

Benefits

Flexible work options

Professional development

Generous leave entitlements

Qualifications

• All degrees considered with no specific qualifications required.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery and maintenance of social and affordable housing.
• Contribute to the design and construction of public infrastructure.
• Assist with property and tenancy management services.

Job description

Location: Perth / Osborne Park / Fremantle

Directorate: Various Position number / Pool Ref number

Registry Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time

Closing Date: 2026-02-22 4:00 PM

Attachments: 2027 Graduate Program

Department: Department of Housing and Works

Level: 3

Salary: $86,439 - $92,795 per annum, PSCSAA 2024

Positions: Up to 6 (All degrees considered)

REGISTER TO BE NOTIFIED WHEN POSITIONS OPEN

About the Department

The Department of Housing and Works delivers and maintains essential social housing and critical infrastructure across Western Australia—including schools, hospitals and police facilities.

We manage tenancy services, support housing provision in remote Aboriginal communities, and oversee government employee accommodation.

Through office accommodation solutions, State Fleet management, procurement, planning and asset policy, we empower other government agencies to deliver their best.

We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, youth, people of diverse sexualities and genders, and culturally and linguistically diverse people.

Benefits

• Flexible work options, including working from home up to 2 days per week
• Professional development, training, and on-the-job learning to advance your career
• Generous leave entitlements, which include 4 weeks annual leave, 3 public service holidays each year, accrued long service leave every 7 years and an option to purchase additional leave each year. Access to cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
• Modern workspaces, where you choose your workspace that assists you to do your best work
• Access to activity-based work hubs in the CBD, Fremantle and Joondalup for ad hoc flexible work
• Corporate discounts with selected health insurance providers and access to wellness programs
• Opportunity to contribute to diversity, inclusion, and cultural initiatives across the department, including networks and working groups that promote equity and belonging

Program Details

Our program starts in February 2027 and offers:

• Competitive starting salary of $86,439 plus superannuation
• 12-month fixed term contract with possibility of extension or permanency
• Exposure to different business areas on a rotational basis
• Training and career development
• Extensive support networks
• Diverse and inclusive culture
• Flexible working conditions

Past Graduate Experience

Previous graduates have been involved with:

• Supporting the delivery and maintenance of social and affordable housing across Western Australia
• Contributing to the planning, design, and construction of government buildings and community infrastructure, including schools, police facilities and hospitals
• Assisting with property and tenancy management services for government and community housing
• Improving departmental operation through ICT support, organisational development, and data analytics
• At least three rotations during the 12-month program. The rotation process aims to match departmental needs with your degree, skills and interests

Register Your Interest

Applications will open on Monday, 23 February 2026.

To register your interest and receive an email notifying you when applications are open, please click on the below link, select “Register”, and follow the prompts.

Further information about the program can be found by visiting [link]