EGW Graduate Program

EGW Graduate Program

East Gippsland Water is offering a two-year contract for the EGW Graduate Program in Bairnsdale. This onsite position is a structured development opportunity designed to accelerate your career from day one.

The program provides broad exposure and practical, hands-on learning through rotations across teams, allowing you to deliver real projects while building technical and professional skills. You will learn alongside experienced professionals through meaningful work, receiving mentoring, guidance, and networking to launch your career. East Gippsland Water offers a values-led culture with strong teamwork and community impact, promoting genuine work-life balance with Monday–Friday hours and flexible options.

Program Overview

The EGW Graduate Program offers the chance to gain hands-on experience across the organisation while developing both technical and professional capabilities. During the program, you will:

• Complete rotations across different teams or business areas in Sustainability and Infrastructure.
• Work on real projects that contribute to community outcomes.
• Receive mentoring and support from experienced professionals.
• Participate in structured learning and development opportunities.
• Build connections across the organisation and the broader water sector.

Graduate Streams

The program is open to applicants who have recently completed, or are about to complete, a relevant undergraduate or postgraduate degree in one of the following specialist areas:

• Civil Engineering
• Chemical / Process Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Environmental Engineering or Science
• Natural Resource Management
• Climate
• Sustainability
• Project Management

Support and Development

Throughout the program, you will receive ongoing support through mentoring, coaching, and professional development. You will be encouraged to explore different areas of the business and develop the skills needed for a long-term career in the water industry.

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities may include:

• Assisting with the delivery of operational, technical, environmental, or business projects.
• Collecting, analysing, and interpreting data to support business decision-making.
• Contributing to project planning, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Supporting research activities and investigations into emerging industry trends, technologies, and practices.
• Preparing reports, presentations, and recommendations for stakeholders.
• Participating in team meetings, site visits, and learning activities.
• Collaborating with employees across a range of departments and disciplines.
• Completing a final project summary or presentation outlining key learnings and outcomes.

About You

East Gippsland Water is seeking Graduates who demonstrate:

• A willingness to learn and contribute.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Initiative and curiosity.
• Effective time management and organisation skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to safety, inclusion, and professional conduct.

Why Join East Gippsland Water

• Genuine work–life balance with Monday–Friday schedules.
• Strong learning, training, and professional development opportunities.
• Clear pathways for progression and internal mobility.
• Weekly Bring Your Dog to Work wellbeing initiative.
• Reduced-rate corporate gym memberships.
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (counselling, coaching, and wellbeing services).
• A supportive, collaborative, values-driven workplace.
• Inclusive culture that champions diversity and wellbeing.
• A proud commitment to sustainability and community impact.
• Modern technology and tools that enable innovation.

East Gippsland Water provides an inclusive work environment, offering ongoing professional development opportunities, a workplace culture that supports work-life balance, and the opportunity to directly contribute to the community and environment in which we live and work.

As part of their commitment to creating a diverse, inclusive, and flexible workplace, East Gippsland Water strongly encourages applications from experienced women and men, First Nations People, people with differing abilities, LGBTQI+ individuals, and culturally and ethnically diverse candidates to best represent and engage with their community.

Apply now! Applications close on 31st August 2026.

Applications must include:

• Resume
• Cover letter outlining your area of study, interest, skills, and experience
• Academic transcript

To find out more about this opportunity, please visit egwater.vic.gov.au/positions-vacant, or email the People & Culture team at vac••••••@egwater.vic.gov.au or call 03 •••• •444.