Renewable Power Engineering Graduate

Our Graduate Program

Start your career and be part of the innovation and transformation shaping the energy market of the future. Join our 3-year graduate program and be part of a culture that empowers you to take charge of your own development and career direction.

• Work within Australia's largest electricity network, serving 2.25 million customers.
• Secure full-time, permanent employment as part of the program.
• Maintain a healthy work-life balance with a 9-day fortnight and an attractive commencing salary of $128k per annum plus 14.75% superannuation.
• Participate in a unique three-year program offering diverse working and learning experiences.
• Complete 6-month rotational placements in various specialisations and parts of the business to broaden your skills set and knowledge of the energy sector.
• Develop future-focused technical, business, and leadership skills.
• Complete challenging work assignments under the supervision of senior leaders and technical specialists.
• Work towards becoming a Registered Professional Engineer Queensland (RPEQ).

Energy Queensland is the group of electricity distribution, retail, and energy services businesses owned by the state of Queensland. We deliver electricity across Queensland through our 'poles and wires' businesses Energex and Ergon Energy Network. Our retailer, Ergon Energy Retail, sells this electricity to customers throughout regional Queensland. These essential service activities are supported by innovative products and services delivered through our Yurika brand.

Relevant locations

• Brisbane (Newstead)
• Cairns
• Rockhampton
• Toowoomba
• Townsville

We're seeking highly motivated individuals with a Renewable Power Engineering qualification recognised by an Australian institution.

Your new role

• You'll provide engineering support to your assigned workgroup through investigations, risk assessments, research, analysis, design, and project assistance.
• Participate in development opportunities provided by the Graduate Engineer Development Program, such as coursework, seminars, and team activities.
• Take ownership of your career planning and personal development with your mentor, monitoring and reviewing your progress to ensure skill growth.
• Contribute to project and team deliverables by applying engineering research, modelling, and techniques to your tasks.

About you

• You're imaginative, passionate, motivated, and committed to safety. You think creatively, embrace diversity, and are eager to learn and expand your knowledge.
• You have recently graduated or are about to graduate (within the last two years) with a Bachelor of Engineering from an Australian-recognised institution with a strong academic record.
• You are a great collaborator and communicator, enjoying working in an inclusive and supportive team.
• You have a growth mindset, and are known for your adaptive and innovative thinking.
• You are an Australian or New Zealand citizen, or an Australian permanent resident.

Why work with us

Join us during an exciting time in the energy sector. Here's what you'll experience:

• Secure employment with a strong collective agreement and yearly EBA increases.
• Generous superannuation of 14.75% and opportunities for salary sacrifice.
• Opportunities to develop expertise in electrical engineering, renewable energy solutions, and smart grid technologies.
• One-on-one leadership support with your mentor throughout the program.
• Professional development in technical and business disciplines, exposing you to current and emerging technologies.
• A paid employee volunteering program to support communities across Queensland.
• Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Program.
• A safety-first culture prioritising the wellbeing of our people, customers, and communities.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion initiatives across our business.

Our recruitment process

• Submit your online application.
• Complete online assessments.
• Participate in a video interview.
• Attend a panel interview.
• Reference checks.
• Receive an offer of employment.

Our commitment to Queensland and its diversity

Energy Queensland is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds who meet the eligibility criteria to apply.