Graduate Transport Engineer

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Tonkin
Designs intelligent engineering & environmental solutions across buildings, transport, water, waste and marine sectors.
Assist in designing and delivering transport infrastructure projects as a graduate engineer.
7 days ago ago
Entry-level
Full Time
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
Office Full-Time
Company Size
250 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Environmental Consulting
Asset Management
Transport Planning
Traffic Engineering
Road and Highway Design
Rail Infrastructure
Airport/Aerodrome Design
Sector Specialisms
Buildings
Structures
Environment
Sustainability
Public Works
Transport
Urban Development
Water
Role
What you would be doing
engineering deliverables
transport design
standards review
client communication
task ownership
site visits
  • Contribute to the preparation of high-quality engineering deliverables, including drawings, reports, and technical documents.
  • Participate in team meetings, site visits, and technical discussions to build practical experience and project understanding.
  • Begin building positive working relationships with clients through professional communication and reliable support.
  • Support the review of standards, codes, and regulations relevant to assigned tasks.
  • Participate in internal training and development programs to build technical and project management skills.
  • Assist in the design and delivery of a range of transport infrastructure projects under the guidance of experienced engineers.
  • Take ownership of assigned tasks, meeting agreed timelines and quality expectations.
  • Work closely with Project Leaders and senior team members to support various stages of project development.
What you bring
civil engineering
engineers australia
2 years
communication
team player
problem solver
  • Relevant Qualification: A recent degree qualification in civil engineering or related discipline (Engineers Australia accreditation).
  • Up to two years industry experience, though not mandatory.
  • A passionate and proactive team player with excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
  • Efficient multi-tasker with a fundamental understanding of project delivery processes and attention to detail.
  • A technical problem-solver with demonstrated experience in a range of Australian civil infrastructure projects.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Company
Overview
1955
Year Founded
The company was established in Adelaide in 1955, marking its origins as a stormwater modelling consultancy.
$155m
Project Value
Significant investment in the Northern Adelaide Irrigation Scheme, showcasing the company's expertise in large-scale infrastructure projects.
$27m
Project Value
The Bald Hills Road interchange project reflects the company's capability in delivering high-impact transport infrastructure.
100+
Staff Count
The Adelaide headquarters houses over 100 staff, highlighting the company's growth and national presence.
  • Over the decades it expanded through mergers and acquisitions into traffic, environmental, water, spatial consulting and asset management, building a national presence across major Australian cities.
  • Today, it is an employee-owned consultancy guiding major infrastructure works—airport upgrades, motor-sport facilities, bridges, flood and stormwater schemes—across metropolitan and regional Australia.
  • Their expertise spans intelligent design in buildings and structures, transport planning and structures, waste, water resources, environmental impact assessments, marine and riverine engineering.
  • In recent years they’ve opened their Gold Coast branch, cementing their east-coast expansion.
Culture + Values
  • Committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment where individuals are encouraged and supported to reach their full potential.
  • Value innovation and encourage the exploration of new ideas, fostering creativity and continuous improvement.
  • Dedicated to delivering exceptional service to clients, aiming for excellence in all endeavors.
  • Believe in collaboration and teamwork as essential for achieving shared goals and delivering superior results.
  • Act with integrity and take responsibility for all actions.
Environment + Sustainability
Net zero by 2050
Carbon Emissions Target
Committed to achieving carbon neutrality by the year 2050 through comprehensive sustainability efforts.
  • Aim to reduce environmental impact through responsible resource management, waste reduction, and energy efficiency initiatives.
  • Promote sustainable development practices across all projects, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and promoting environmental stewardship.
Inclusion & Diversity
  • Tonkin’s strategy focuses on fostering an inclusive culture where all employees are valued and respected.
  • Tonkin has set clear goals for gender diversity, with a focus on increasing the representation of women in leadership roles.
  • Tonkin has implemented initiatives to ensure equal opportunities for all employees, regardless of background.
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