Transport for NSW

Our Career Accelerator programs offer the opportunity to join an organisation of more than 28,000 people working in all kinds of roles all over New South Wales. This is your chance to discover what makes you tick and make a difference across the state.

Working at Transport could see you supporting the M1 Pacific Motorway Extension Project, consulting on environmental plans to design a sustainable future for our cities, managing environmental impacts for various projects or being involved in the Newcastle Inner City Bypass to help commuters have safe and efficient journeys. Our programs offer the following:

• Flexible work and leave options
• Experience with a variety of teams and projects
• Competitive salary package, plus superannuation and benefits
• Ongoing opportunities for permanent employment
• Access to employee networks and structured learning and career development support.

Graduate program

This program is for people who have completed their undergraduate degrees within the last two years.

This 18-month program comprises three rounds of six-month rotations, which will see you working in different teams and projects across the organisation. You might build your skills and experience in one discipline area or try something completely different with each rotation. 

You’ll also participate in our structured learning and development program where you’ll have direct access to mentoring, networking events and workshops. You’ll better understand how the NSW public sector operates, develop skills that will help you thrive at work and master new tools and technologies while building lasting relationships within your colleagues.

By the end of the program, you’ll be able to add three professional placements to your resume. You will have developed invaluable skills and experience to take your career to the next level.

Eligibility

• You must have completed your university undergraduate degree within the last two years of the program commencement date. This includes any required industry experience.
• GREATER SYDNEY - Attained an undergraduate qualification in one or more of the included study areas - Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering, Structural Engineering, Systems Engineering, Surveying, Environmental Science, Geotech and Telecommunications.
• REGIONAL NSW - Attained an undergraduate qualification in one or more of the included study areas - Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering.
• Graduates with overseas qualifications must have their undergraduate degree(s) officially recognised by the Australian Education International Office of Overseas Skills Recognition (AEI NOOSR).
• Be available to commence full-time employment (35 hours per week) commencing mid year 2025 or early 2026
• You must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian permanent resident.

 Work locations

Work locations include the following areas across NSW:

• Greater Sydney (Metropolitan)
• Northern region (Grafton, Ballina and surrounds)
• Western region (Parkes, Dubbo, Orange and surrounds)
• South-Western region (Wagga Wagga and surrounds)
• Southern region (Nowra and surrounds)
• Hunter region (Newcastle and surrounds)

Join us
Our workforce is as diverse as the community we serve. If you’d like further information on our inclusion and diversity initiatives, visit Transport careers. We offer a wide range of employee benefits, like our award-winning flexible and hybrid work options

Aboriginal people and people living with disability are supported throughout the recruitment process and at work, and we encourage you to apply.  Visit Transport Supporting Aboriginal People or  Supporting people with disability for more information or speak to your talent team member to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us. 

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