About the Role and Program

We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous students who are passionate about building a career in construction and contributing to community outcomes.

Being an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person is a genuine occupational requirement for this position under Section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984. Therefore, only applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people will be considered.

Whether you are a Cadet currently studying or a Graduate who has completed your qualification, you will undertake the same structured career development program.

The Barpa Cadet/Graduate Program is designed to provide structured exposure across the full project lifecycle, including:

- Cost planning and estimating
- Tender submissions
- Project start up and construction delivery
- Contract administration
- Site supervision
- Health, Safety & Environment
- Quality Management
- Design and project coordination
- Project handover and defects management

You will work closely with experienced Project Managers, Contract Administrators and Site Managers while building practical capability aligned to your long-term career pathway.

What You Will Be Doing:

- Support project teams with coordination, documentation and stakeholder communication
- Assist with subcontractor administration, cost tracking and reporting
- Participate in site safety walks, inductions and compliance processes
- Support design coordination and consultant engagement




- Contribute to procurement and engagement with Indigenous suppliers
- Build strong relationships with clients, consultants and subcontractors

About you:

- Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander identity
- Studying or recently completed a qualification relating to Building & Construction
- Willingness to learn
- A proactive attitude and genuine interest in construction
- Alignment with Barpa's values of Respect, Excellence, Safety, Price, Equality, Culture, Teamwork (RESPECT)

You do not need extensive industry experience. Commitment, curiosity and a desire to grow are what matter most.

Benefits and perks:

- A collaborative, values-driven workplace with a strong commitment to Indigenous participation and inclusion.
- Competitive salary and the prospect to work on diverse, technically complex projects across Australia.
- Excellent leave benefits, including Cultural Leave, Purchased Leave, Work Life Balance Days, Community Days, and a generous Parental Leave scheme.
- Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Professional memberships and development support.
- Sporting and social events.
- Discounts across travel, retail, and health.

The National Indigenous Times acknowledges and pays respect to past and present Traditional Custodians and Elders of this nation. We recognise Aboriginal Community's continuing connection to their lands, waters and stories and acknowledge that sovereignty has never been ceded.

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📌 Cadet/ Graduate (Australia)
🏢 NIT
📍 Australia