About the role  

Make a difference for all Victorians – this is your chance to work together with a committed team, to contribute to the delivery of major projects whilst gaining experience and capabilities to develop your career. We offer a comprehensive development program including discipline and business rotations, welcome week (induction), and a tailored Graduate Learning Series (workshops, training and tours).  

By joining our team, you will be making it easier for Victorians to get where they need to go and contribute to improving our liveability. Delivering these massive projects takes multi-disciplinary teams working collaboratively in a complex and creative environment. Does this sound like your ideal workplace? 

We have a wide range of disciplines on offer some including, Communications, Engineering, Environment, IT and Legal. Please visit the Victoria's Big Build website to find out more about our disciplines.  

Graduates will be employed at a VPS3 grade with a starting salary of $74,580 + superannuation (effective from December 2023 – as per VPS Enterprise Agreement 2020).

About you 

We are seeking recent graduates, representative of Victoria's diverse community to join the 2024 Victoria's Big Build Graduate Programs – so take the opportunity to build both your career and Victoria's infrastructure. 

You will be highly motivated, demonstrate strong interpersonal and problem-solving capabilities and are keen to kick start your career.  

To be eligible, you must have completed your degree between January 2021 and January 2024 and have Australian full working rights at the time of application. You must also be compliant with MTIA's COVID-19 Vaccination Policy.

Please visit the Victoria's Big Build website to find out more about the Graduate Programs including eligibility, disciplines, rotation opportunities and how to submit your application. 

How to apply  

Applications are submitted through the Victorian Government's careers website and must include: 

· Resume (three pages max) 

· Copy of your academic transcript (official or unofficial – must include your name, university and course title) 

· Proof of full Australian working rights (e.g., Australia/New Zealand Passport, Birth Certificate, Permanent Residency or a valid visa that will last the entire duration of the program) 

You must attach the above documentation by the closing date, otherwise your application will not progress. Applications will not be accepted via email. Candidates applying must have working rights within Australia at the time of application as we are unable to offer work sponsorship. 

Applications process 

Our selection process includes a mix of assessment activities such as cognitive assessments, interviews and pre-employment checks.

You can find more at the Victoria's Big Build website (https://bigbuild.vic.gov.au/jobs/graduate-programs).  

Successful candidates will commence the program in February 2024. 

Applications close on 11:59pm Monday 27 March 2023 AEST.