Hutchies is seeking motivated and enthusiastic individuals to come and join our Toowoomba team as Construction Cadets. If you want to kick start your career in construction, we would love to hear from you!

Our three year Cadetship program provides hands on experience across a diverse range of projects, allowing you to apply your studies in real world settings while developing valuable skills and competencies.

Cadetship Journey

- Phase 1: Construction & Site Operations (9 months)
- Phase 2: Commercial, Design & Management (15 months)
- Phase 3: Career Specialisation (12 months)
- Phase 4: Permanent Career Opportunity

Through structured exposure to project delivery, commercial, design and pre construction disciplines, you'll gain practical experience and develop a strong foundation for a long term career in construction. Graduates who successfully complete the program may be offered permanent roles, with clear pathways into Contract Administration, Estimating, Design Coordination, Project Management and other specialist disciplines. At Hutchies, you'll be part of a supportive and collaborative team environment. We pride ourselves on our down-to-earth culture, robust relationships and commitment to developing our people. We value hard work, dedication and fresh perspectives, and we're excited to see what you can bring to the team.

Responsibilities

As a Construction Cadet, your responsibilities will include:

- Assisting with subcontractor procurement and contract administration
- Maintaining project registers, including variations, EOTs and procurement records
- Preparing subcontract documentation and project correspondence
- Processing invoices and supporting project cost administration
- Taking and distributing meeting minutes
- Managing project documentation and document control processes
- Working closely with project managers, contract administrators and site teams
- Participating in regular site visits to gain practical project experience
- Assisting with defect management and project close-out activities
- Supporting the preparation of monthly project reports
- Providing general project and administrative support as required

About You To be successful in this role, you will have:

- Reliable transport




- Strong achievement in Year 12 English and Mathematics
- A positive, proactive and can do attitude
- A willingness to learn and develop within a fast paced team environment
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- The ability to build effective working relationships with a range of stakeholders

The following will be highly regarded:

- Previous trade or construction experience
- A tertiary qualification (completed, currently enrolled, or willingness to undertake further study) in Construction Management, Engineering, Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.

Hutchies The Hutchies difference Hutchies has been building the structures in which Australians live, work, study, shop and play since 1912. From our early beginnings, we have grown into a dynamic and diverse construction company, delivering sophisticated projects across a comprehensive portfolio.

We're not like other builders. Relationships are everything to us – whether it's with our people, our clients, or the local communities in which we live and work.

Exclusive benefits

As a Hutchies company member, you're not just part of a great work environment, you’ll also be supported with training and continuous development, along with access to exclusive perks. These include discounted personal travel and flights, savings on health insurance, and big discounts from top Australian retailers. Plus, we've got a calendar full of gatherings for social events, meetings, and conferences.

And if you or your immediate family ever need support, our industry leading Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) are there to help.

A fair go for all

Hutchies is all about equal opportunities and embracing diversity. Our commitment to an inclusive, people focused culture isn't just talk — it's who we are. Through initiatives like Statim Yaga and partnerships like NAWIC and UNIQ You, we're putting our values into action.

So,



whether you're part of our award winning Indigenous programs or advancing women in construction, you're part of a family that values long term relationships and community. We're not just building structures; we're building a workplace where everyone gets a fair go.

Learn more / hutchies.com.au/careers

What we offer

At Hutchies, we offer more than a job. We offer a career built on support, opportunity and genuine connection.

You’ll be part of a down‑to‑earth, family‑owned business with a proud history and a strong future. Our culture is collaborative, inclusive and people‑focused. We take an open‑door approach, where anyone can speak to anyone, at any time.

We work hard, celebrate our successes, and look after each other.

Career development and learning

We invest heavily in developing our people.

From structured programs like our Cadet Summer School and ongoing training, to hands‑on experience across live projects, you’ll have opportunities to build skills and progress your career at Hutchies.

Eligible company members may also access our Global Building Exchange Program. This offers fully funded international placements with our partners in London (Wates) or Canada (Axiom). It’s a chance to broaden your experience while working overseas.

Wellbeing & support

Your well-being matters to us.

We provide access to industry‑leading Employee Assistance Programs for company members, their partners and immediate family members. We also support mental health through our long‑standing partnership with Mates in Construction.

Benefits & perks

As a Hutchies company member, you’ll have access to a range of benefits, including:

- Discounted personal travel and flights
- Health insurance and wellbeing offers
- Superannuation options
- Vehicle purchasing programs
- Retail and lifestyle discounts
- Memberships of professional associations

Social & recognition Hutchies' social club brings people together throughout the year. We host regular events, family activities and team celebrations.

We also recognise long‑term commitment through service milestone awards and annual excellence awards. These celebrate the contribution and achievements of our people.

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