About Veolia

About Veolia

Create positive change. Be a champion of Ecological Transformation.

Join Veolia, a global leader with over 170 years of experience, operating in 40+ countries with 220,000 employees worldwide, including 6,500 staff across 300 sites in Australia and Current Zealand. As part of our team, you'll contribute to crucial environmental solutions through our innovative Water, Waste, Energy and Industrial Services, helping protect the environment and address essential human needs for a sustainable future.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Graduate Planner Estimator to join our Operations team. Reporting to the Workshop Coordinator, you will play a vital role in planning and estimating jobs within our business unit, providing essential internal planning support to enhance our service to clients. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate to develop your career in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

What's on offer

- Opportunity to work with a growing industrial services organization
- Collaborative work environment supporting operational teams and stakeholders
- Diverse role with exposure to various planning and estimation functions
- Mentorship and professional development opportunities
- Be part of a team committed to safety, quality, and continuous improvement

What you'll be responsible for

- Ensuring the timely provision of quality, consistent and competitive estimates and pricing, comprising all key cost elements
- Analysing specifications, plans and related technical data to determine time, cost and labour requirements for jobs estimates
- Compile comprehensive strip and assessment findings from trade team to facilitate precise job estimates
- Procure required materials according to technical specifications and coordinate external service providers for project delivery
- Actively participating in the handover of work/projects with other Business Units, ensuring all required information is clearly and completely received and relayed to operational teams
- Liaising with clients,



consultants, sub-contractors and suppliers to gather necessary information
- Ensuring effective and continuous management of costs and efficient utilisation of resources to attain expected profit margins
- Providing requested reports and updates as required
- Participating in the development and implementation of strategies to continuously improve efficiency, reduce wastage/costs, eliminate errors, and enhance productivity
- Building and maintaining effective working relationships with the entire team, clients, suppliers and other departments
- Pro-actively reporting any complex, concerning or risk-bearing safety, quality, contract, financial or industrial relations issues to the Operations Manager in a timely manner
- Ensuring completion of all processes to the requirements of the Company's management systems covering Safety, Environmental, Quality and HR considerations

What you'll need to be successful

- Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related field)
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- High proficiency in computer systems and Microsoft Office Suite
- High attention to detail with excellent organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
- Keen and enthusiastic approach to your work
- Commitment to safety, environmental, and quality compliance

Veolia’s AlwaysSafe culture means that we care about the safety of people on our sites.



We operate a zero tolerance drug and alcohol approach and shortlisted candidates must be prepared to undertake a full pre-employment medical check which includes drug and alcohol screening. Shortlisted candidates must also be willing to undergo a National Police Clearance . Why Veolia?

Benefits

At Veolia, we support our people both at work and beyond. Enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits designed to help you thrive, including:

- Generous paid parental leave and a paid volunteer day
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
- Superannuation contributions on unpaid parental leave
- Fitness Passport and discounted health insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (Thrive) for you and your family
- Car allowances, novated leasing, and vehicle discounts
- Bonus and referral programs, plus employee share plan
- Ongoing professional development and clear career pathways

Veolia is committed to ensuring every employee returns home safely every day under our Always Safe Charter. Join a team that values your wellbeing, growth, and contribution—while making a real impact on the environment and our communities.

Fairness, Diversity & Inclusion

Veolia is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, and accessible environment. If you require adjustments to the recruitment process, please let us know so we can support you.

Discover more about our benefits, culture, and commitment to diversity at anz.veolia.com/careers .

We value your interest in our employment opportunities and commit to respond to all applications.

Veolia is committed to conducting recruitment in a fair, ethical and transparent manner based solely on merit. Candidates with direct or indirect personal/professional ties to Veolia and/or any third party related to Veolia business (including but not limited to Veolia's suppliers, customers, partners and competitors) must disclose this information.

📌 Graduate Planner Estimator (City of Cockburn)
🏢 Veolia Australia u0026 New Zealand
📍 City of Cockburn