Job Description

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 robust 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.

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.

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

📌 GHD Graduate Program 2026/27 – Townsville – Graduate Civil Engineer
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