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We’re GHD. 

We don’t do hair. But we do straighten out some of the world’s biggest challenges. 

We’re engineers, scientists, designers, architects, planners, advisors, innovators and change makers, committed to making energy, water and communities sustainable for generations to come. 

Since 1928, we’ve been wholly owned by our employees. Today, we are 11,000 diverse and skilled individuals working in over 160 offices across five continents — Asia, Australia, Europe, North and South America, and the Pacific region. 

Who could you be at GHD? 

Our various teams are on the lookout for our next Graduate Civil Engineers in 2027! Based out of our Townsville office, and with a degree in Civil Engineering, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to a diverse range of projects that help shape communities across North Queensland and beyond.

Whether your interests lie in transport, water, municipal infrastructure, land development, or multidisciplinary engineering projects, you'll gain hands-on experience working alongside experienced professionals while building a strong foundation for your engineering career.

A little more about the role can be found below:

• Contribute to the planning, design, and delivery of civil infrastructure projects across a variety of sectors.
• Work alongside experienced engineers to develop practical, innovative, and sustainable engineering solutions.
• Assist in the preparation of engineering designs, calculations, technical reports, drawings, and specifications.
• Participate in site visits, inspections, and field investigations to gain practical exposure to project delivery and construction activities.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across civil, environmental, structural, electrical, mechanical, and project management disciplines.
• Utilise industry-standard engineering software and digital tools to support project analysis, design, and documentation.
• Support project delivery through design coordination, stakeholder engagement, and technical problem-solving.
• Develop your understanding of relevant Australian Standards, industry best practices, and engineering design principles.
• Build strong relationships with clients, contractors, local councils, and project teams while contributing to meaningful projects within the region.
• Stay up to date with emerging technologies, sustainable engineering practices, and innovative approaches to infrastructure delivery.

Why Townsville?

Kick-start your career in a regional office where you'll have the opportunity to gain meaningful hands-on experience, work closely with experienced professionals, and make an impact from day one. At GHD Townsville, you'll benefit from diverse project exposure, strong mentoring, and the opportunity to build your technical capability while contributing to infrastructure that supports communities across North Queensland.

Outside of work, Townsville offers a relaxed North Queensland lifestyle, with short commutes and easy access to the coast and outdoors. From The Strand and Magnetic Island to the Great Barrier Reef and surrounding national parks, you'll have plenty to explore while enjoying the benefits of building your career in a major regional centre.

Our two-year Graduate Development Program is designed to give you a smooth start to your consulting career. Alongside your peers, managers and mentors, we’ll help you detangle any challenges along the way. You’ll work collaboratively with peers across other disciplines within GHD, as well as with our clients, and connect across the business to share insights, knowledge and improve your overall technical capabilities. 

A frizz-free application process: 

We want your journey to be as smooth as possible, so here’s everything you need to help you prep like a pro: 

• Your CV: This gives us a snapshot of what you’ve studied and your experiences, both paid and unpaid.
• A cover letter: Think of this as your chance to show us where you’d love to grow within GHD, while letting your communication skills shine.
• Your transcript: This helps us understand what you’ve been learning, from your core subjects to the electives that sparked your curiosity.

Your journey to joining GHD: 

Here’s what to expect, step by step:

• Virtual Assessments:If you make it through the first stage, you’ll record some answers to a few straightforward questions and complete some cognitive games. This helps us get a better sense of your work style and alignment to GHD Graduate roles. 
• Meet the team:If you’re successful, you’ll have a face-to-face interview (wherever possible) with your prospective team. We’ll chat through somebehavioural based questionsto learn more about your skills and experience. It’s also a chance for you to get to know us!
• Offer:Congratulations! We’ll talk through all the finer details, like salary, your start date, our onboarding process and what to expect before your first day. 

We’re committed to being as inclusive as possible and giving everyone an equitable chance of getting through our application process. If you identify as someone who is neurodiverse or have a disability and need adjustments to any part of the process, let us know in your application form—we’re here to help. 

Start dates and opportunities 

Most of our full-time roles kick off in February 2027, though some teams might have earlier start dates in mid-2026. Plus, there might also be casual work opportunities throughout your final year of study to give you a head start. 

Ready to shine? 

If you’ve got your documents polished and prepped, the application should only take 10-15 minutes. Apply now and take the first step toward an exciting career in consulting. 

GHD: The Power of Commitment 

At GHD, we don’t just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day.

Community impact is important to us, influencing how we work, our projects and how we give back. Our GHD in the Communityprogram partners with not-for-profit organisations so that we can work on pro-bono projects, as well as volunteering and fundraising for philanthropic and humanitarian causes. As a business, we also channel some of our profits into the GHD Foundation, a registered charity that addresses disadvantage and inequality in children accessing STEAM education in the countries where we live and work. 

Within GHD, our employee groups and networks help us foster community, find our tribe, and celebrate what makes us unique. These groups play a big part in our global diversity, equity and inclusion strategy, creating spaces for meaningful and safe conversations, connecting with likeminded individuals, and creating a voice to leadership.

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