Graduate Engineers

Locations

Brisbane, Australia / Sunshine Coast, Australia

Country

Australia

Contract type

Permanent

Work pattern

Part Time, Full Time

Market

Various

Discipline

Railways, Geotechnical and tunnelling, Water, Civil, Structural, Environment

Job ref

12666

Recruiter contact

Natalie Sutherland

Brilliant people trusted to do brilliant things

Mott MacDonald is a vibrant and forward-thinking engineering, management, and development consultancy. Working together as a global team we plan, design, deliver and maintain the transport, energy, water, buildings, and wider infrastructure that is integral to people's daily lives. We value excellence in every dimension of our business and continuously seek opportunities to improve what we do and how we do it.

We employ brilliant people who combine their diverse skills and experiences to achieve brilliant things. Whether you want to specialise or broaden your experience, you'll be supported by global specialists eager to share their expertise. With numerous opportunities to learn and grow, the possibilities are as diverse as our people. Working as a connected global team, we deliver impactful projects that shape the future.

We are looking for Graduates in the following disciplines:

Civil, Structures or Geotechnical Engineer - Transport - Sunshine Coast

Civil Engineer - Water - Brisbane

Structures Engineer - Buildings - Brisbane

By joining our team, you'll help to shape our cities' skylines and turn vision into reality. You'll join a global organisation and work with colleagues from all areas – many of whom are recognised as world-renowned authorities and experts in their fields. Some examples of our recent work across these regions include:

Transport projects

• Logan to Gold Coast Faster Rail
• Cross River Rail
• Inland Rail Program
• The Wave Stage 3 (Metro)
• The Wave Stage 1 (Rail)

Water projects

• Urban Utilities 4D Delivery Program

Building projects

• Brisbane Airport Terminal 3 Upgrade
• B2032 Olympics Venues and Precincts

YOUR GRADUATE PROGRAM

Our Asia Pacific, New Zealand, and Australia (APNA) program has been designed by listening to our Graduates to set your career up for success.

In your first year of the program, you will get to know us, your team, our markets, and life in consulting. We provide tools and resources to build interpersonal skills, develop professional and social networks and gain an understanding of our company, our ways of working and our industry.

In year two of the program, the focus is on challenging your technical excellence, understanding self and career pathway motivations. In these two years will be given the opportunity to combine technical excellence training with being exposed to the consulting and people management skills that will be the foundation of your future success.

In the final year of the program, we shift to greater independence with less formal learning and focus on building a profile in and outside of our business.

Do you want to know about us and Graduate Program Life at Mott MacDonald? Check out -

Mott MacDonald: Life | LinkedIn

APPLICATION & PROCESS

To be considered for our graduate program, you will be pursuing a relevant tertiary qualification and be ready to join us in February 2026.

We ask that you bring your desire to make a difference in the world and share the values we believe in. We would love for you to be a collaborative person, who has a pragmatic approach to problem-solving and is interested in upskilling or passionate about digital tools and design. Please submit your resume and cover letter (transcripts optional) as one document.

Due to the high volume of applications we received, we are unfortunately unbale to provide individual feedback on applications. However, please know that we carefully review each submission, and we truly appreciate the effort you put into your application.

Employee ownership

• Our employee ownership model means no external investors, just us, creating a culture of shared success.
• Our employees have a stake and a voice in our business, giving them a direct connection to our success through our personal and group performance bonuses.
• As your career grows, so does your stake, recognising your long-term impact and contribution.
• Your voice matters, with the opportunity to connect directly with senior leadership through formal channels to help shape our future.

Our benefits package is designed to enhance your experience:

• A flexible and agile work atmosphere that caters to your professional journey and life's special moments
• A competitive salary complemented by Discretionary Group and Personal Performance Bonuses for eligible employees
• Comprehensive coverage including life, personal accident, and salary continuance insurance, providing peace of mind during uncertain times
• Opportunities to enhance your work-life balance through the option to purchase extra annual leave
• Employee resource groups including the Inclusive Network for Women, Corporate Social Responsibility and more

YOU'VE GOT THIS LET'S KICK START YOUR CAREER…

We endorse a diverse and inclusive workplace and look to provide suitable opportunities for employees including the opportunity for part time and job shared roles where possible. If you are interested in this role and looking for a part time permanent opportunity, please apply #LI-NS1