2027 Graduate Program - Engineering

APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN FOR URBANGRAD 2027 💧

Discover a career in water through our UrbanGrad Program. This is more than a program, it’s a career pathway.

At Urban Utilities, we deliver essential water and wastewater services that support the health, liveability and sustainability of communities across South East Queensland. Through the UrbanGrad Program, you'll help shape the future of an industry that every person and every community depends on.

We're excited to open applications for the 2027 UrbanGrad Program, commencing in January 2027.

About UrbanGrad

UrbanGrad is more than a graduate program. It's the beginning of a long-term career at Urban Utilities.

Our newly designed 12-month graduate program combines meaningful work, rotational experiences, dedicated mentoring and structured development, with an assured ongoing permanent role upon successful completion.

From day one, you'll contribute to projects that make a genuine impact on our customers, communities and environment while developing the skills, confidence and networks to build a rewarding career in the water industry.

Engineering Disciplines

We welcome graduates with the following degrees and backgrounds:

• Process Engineering

• Chemical Engineering

​What you will be doing as an UrbanGrad

As a Process/Chemical Engineering UrbanGrad, you'll gain exposure to a variety of engineering environments across the business, including wastewater treatment, water supply networks, infrastructure delivery and specialist engineering teams. Through rotational experiences, you'll work alongside engineers, operators and project teams to understand how essential water and wastewater services are delivered, maintained and improved across Southeast Queensland.

You'll contribute to projects that support operational performance, environmental sustainability and public health, while building capability in process optimisation, asset management and infrastructure investment. From treatment plants and supply networks to strategic projects and specialist engineering functions, you'll develop a broad understanding of the critical role engineering plays in delivering essential services to our customers and communities.

We're looking for people who are:

• Influencers and innovators who display tenacity and are willing to challenge the status quo. 

• Sustainability-minded individuals who are committed to a greener future for our customers and communities.

• Self-starters who bring their enthusiasm and growth mindset to achieve amazing outcomes.

• Natural collaborators who enjoy building meaningful relationships and working with others to achieve customer-centric outcomes.

• Digitally savvy and skilled problem solvers who are curious to learn from others. 

Why join UrbanGrad?

• Start your career with confidence with an assured ongoing role upon successful completion of a 12-month graduate program.

• Leading remuneration of $97,000/year + Super. This will increase from July 1st 2027, per the Enterprise Agreement.

• Join a Prosple Top 100 Graduate Employer, offering a flexible workplace, inclusive culture and a friendly, transparent recruitment experience.

• Work on projects that matter, tackling complex engineering challenges related to infrastructure development, climate resilience, environmental sustainability and the future needs of South East Queensland communities.

• Be supported to thrive. We're proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer and accredited Australian Workplace Equality Index Employer, creating opportunities for emerging talent to succeed and grow.

• Learn from the best. Benefit from a structured program including a dedicated program mentor, rotational experiences aligned to your discipline, learning and development opportunities, and exposure to leaders and subject matter experts across the business.

• Be part of an organisation committed to meaningful impact, including strengthening our relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples through our Reconciliation Action Plan.

Eligibility

To be eligible, you must:

• Have completed, or be completing, a relevant degree within 24 months of the program commencement date of January 2027

• Be an Australian or New Zealand Citizen or have unrestricted working rights.

At UU, our strength comes from our people. We value different perspectives, backgrounds, experiences and ways of thinking, and we’re committed to creating a workplace where people feel respected, included, and supported to do their best work. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and life experiences.

You do not need to meet every requirement to apply. If this role interests you and you feel you could contribute, we’d love to hear from you.

If you require adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know. We’re here to support you through the process.

Recruitment timelines:

• September/October: applications are open from 7th September – 11th October

• October: shortlisting and phone interviews with the Talent Team

• November: in-person "Grad Day” at our head office in Fortitude Valley

• November: offers to join the UrbanGrad Program 

• January 2027: start with Urban Utilities

How to apply

Click ‘Apply’ and follow the prompts. Applications will take no more than 10 minutes.

Applications close at 11:59pm on Sunday October 11th.

For further information, please contact our Talent Team at *****************************

Please note: Successful applicants will be required to complete pre-employment checks as part of the recruitment process.