Graduate Project Engineer

If you are keen to establish your career in Project Management, this is a great opportunity to progress your Grad experience and get invaluable, on-the-ground exposure to the Projects environment.

Join V/Line and Nigel Leishman's team, contributing to Metropolitan Roads Program Alliance (MRPA), in this eight-month, fixed-term role, as a Graduate Project Engineer.



V/Line's purpose is to connect Victorians through safe, reliable, and accessible transport. We believe in giving all Victorians opportunities through travel and transport - connecting them to jobs, education, family and friends, services, tourism, and trade.

V/Line is experiencing significant growth and we're delivering more services, more trains, cheaper fares, and huge projects. With more than 3,700 weekly train and coach services, an expansive freight network and unprecedented rail investment, millions of Victorians depend on us to deliver. You could be one of our 2,700 committed team members who are up to the challenge.



The Graduate Project Engineer supports the Project Manager, Project Engineer, and Site Supervisor and to apply the learning obtained at university to practical engineering activities, under supervision.

Responsibilities may include assisting in engineering & project management, design solution development, and engineering investigation and analysis.

The Graduate Project Engineer also assists in coordinating contractors and ensuring that where works are to be undertaken on the V/Line network, those works are conducted safely and in accordance with appropriate standards.



About the role

The key accountabilities of this role are to:

• Define engineering requirements.
• Develop appropriate engineering solutions.
• Define and coordinate interfaces between disciplines.
• Integrate systems, components, and design solutions.
• Assist in the preparation, evaluation, and implementation of design solutions.
• Assist in the preparation of Contract Documents and appointment of suppliers.
• Assist in the preparation and implementation of Inspection & Test Plans (ITP's).
• Maintain quality records.
• Assist in the surveillance and coordinating of Consultants and Contractors to ensure safe and correct delivery of works.

About you

This role has an administrative, project management focus.

It would be well suited to an Engineering Grad who has graduated any time in the past three years, and is seeking to get practical, hands-on experience and exposure to the Projects environment.

It is essential that you have earned a Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, or similar).

You must also be able to demonstrate:

• Excellent administrative skills.
• Clear, effective verbal and written communication skills, to be able to produce accurate reports & business documents and engage & inform stakeholders.
• Ability to meet the demands & timelines of multiple project tasks and deadlines.
• Demonstrated alignment to V/Line's core values of Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership, and Human Rights.

What we offer

Community impact - Make a genuine difference. Work in a role that connects Victorians, every day.

Huge potential - We're transforming, and you can too. Be a change maker, recognised for your contribution and creativity.

Dynamic environment - V/Line operates in a constantly changing space. Join a fast-paced and exciting organisation.

Collaborative team - Be part of a broader supportive team and surround yourself with talented, passionate peers.

Flexible working - Work in a way that supports you to thrive in your role.



This is an eight-month, fixed-term, full-time opportunity with 4-weeks' annual leave (pro rata), superannuation, and free myki for metro & regional travel. At this stage, it is expected that the role will be for a period of 8 months, with the possibility of extension to up to a total of 12 months.

Salary for this role commences from $79,646 total remuneration (inclusive of superannuation).



Apply now

For more information about this role, please contact dee.morris@vline.com.au



Please use the 'Apply' button to submit your application.

Please include an up-to-date resume along with a brief cover letter (one to three paragraphs is plenty!) telling us a little bit about what you've been doing since you graduated and why you're the best person for this great professional development opportunity.



The recruitment and selection process may include aptitude assessments, behavioural and/or technical interviews, and employment references.

Successful applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment screening including, probity (police & qualifications) checks, Risk Category 3 medical check, and Australian entitlement to work.

Employees of V/Line are required to maintain a valid Working with Children Check Victoria (Employee) for the duration of employment.



Applications close: 11:59pm, Wednesday, 29 November 2023



V/Line is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and we