Your Future, Our Direction
Join a leading WA government agency that values your contribution and wants to invest in you!
Keeping WA Moving is our commitment for the future, underpinning our values and guiding the decisions we make. As communities and populations continue to expand, so does the need for a safe, reliable and sustainable road-based transport system.
The future direction of Main Roads is an exciting one as we welcome over 600 new employees through our move to in-house road maintenance delivery. As we continually strive towards excellence in everything that we do, now is a great time to become involved in developing and implementing cutting edge technology and sustainable major projects on WA’s road network.
Main Roads provides stability, security, ongoing challenging and rewarding work.
About the Role
We are seeking enthusiastic and invested students currently studying a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering - either through a direct pathway or through a Bachelor of Science (Engineering) degree at a Western Australian university.
The Cadetship is offered to students studying their 2nd, 3rd , 4th or final year of studies in 2024 and offers:
- Tuition Fee Support - Main Roads will pay the compulsory tuition fees directly to your university for your enrolled units at the beginning of each semester for the term of your Cadetship.
- Paid Study (Sustenance Allowance) - to assist you in focusing on your full-time studies. We will pay you a fortnightly sustenance allowance.
- Vacation Work – we will provide you with paid summer vacation employment, where you will gain hands-on practical experience
Upon the successful completion of your civil engineering degree, you will join our Engineering Graduate program. This is a three (3) year rotational program that includes a 12-month regional rotation at one of our regional offices in Western Australia.
We are looking for Cadets to join our 2024 intake with your first paid vacation work commencing in November 2023.
What’s in it for You?
- Get paid to study!
- A dedicated graduate team who will guide and support you, and structure your program to get the best learning and development experience for you
- An attractive remuneration package and employment conditions and benefits
- Excellent personal and professional development – be part of major projects!
- Build a network of working relationships with industry professionals through hands-on practical experience
- Guaranteed permanent employment at the successful completion of your Graduate Program
- Opportunity to work across WA and gain invaluable experience working in the regions
- Create professional and personal connections
About You
If you are passionate about making an impact, and you have a strong desire to learn, then we want to hear from you.
Come and be a part of our growing organisation!
To be considered for our Engineering Cadetship (Civil) Program, you must be:
- An Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident (upon graduation)
- Have already completed or are completing your 1st year of your Bachelor of Civil Engineering in 2023 – either through a direct pathway or through a Bachelor of Science (Engineering) at a Western Australian university
- A full-time student
Please submit the following documentation as part of your application:
- Your CV
- A copy of your most current academic results in your Bachelor of Civil Engineering studies
- A copy of your current WA motor vehicle (car) Driver’s Licence (or an approved equivalent)
- Proof of Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency
- A cover letter outlining why you would like to join our Cadetship program, highlighting your skills, abilities and achievements that are relevant to this Cadetship
Successful applicants will need to complete a pre-employment medical questionnaire prior to appointment.
Apply Now!
Please note: Successful applicants for the Cadetship will be bonded to Main Roads (duration to be confirmed prior to appointment) and will required to join the Graduate Program upon completion of the Cadetship. Civil engineering graduates are required to complete a pre-employment medical assessment prior to commencing the Graduate program and may be required to hold a manual ‘C’ class WA Driver’s Licence.
We are Committed to a Diverse and Inclusive Workplace
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to attracting and retaining a culturally diverse workforce and in line with our commitment to improve diversity; we strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities to apply.
Find out More
For further information on our Cadetship program, please contact Tammy Watson, Workforce Development Consultant on (08) 9323 6131 - not to be contacted for assistance with application.
For general enquiries regarding this recruitment process and eligibility requirements, please email careerpathways@mainroads.wa.gov.au or contact Lisa Thomas, Workforce Development Consultant on (08) 9323 4289.
If you experience technical issues when submitting your application, please contact RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056 or e-mail to ramshelpdesk@bigredsky.com
Learn more about this opportunity and our entry level career paths on our Graduate & Students portal: Students and Graduates | Main Roads Western Australia
Further information about Main Roads, real-time travel information and our projects can be found on our website www.mainroads.wa.gov.au
If you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process, please contact Lisa Thomas on (08) 9323 4289 or email careerpathways@mainroads.wa.gov.au
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