​Type of Organisation

Governement Trading Enterprise - Water Utility

 

Employer Profile

We’re working to make WA a great place to live and invest. As well as

being the principal supplier of water, wastewater, drainage and bulk

irrigation services, we’re creating a sustainable future and finding new

ways to create value for the State.

 

We directly employ more than 4,000 people across the state, providing a

high level of expertise and strong commitment to communities. We

manage $50 billion (replacement value) of assets that support us in

delivering water services across an expanse of 2.6 million square

kilometres.

 

The Water Corporation’s Graduate Program is a structured two-year program that provides meaningful opportunities to graduates. Graduate Development is supported by host managers and discipline specialists to ensure graduates get a well-rounded experience relevant to their degree with opportunity for professional accreditation. There are two intakes each year giving graduates the option to commence in February or August each year. The program covers a broad range of structured learning and development as well as ‘on the job’ training opportunities, providing graduates the chance to develop their skills in a practical setting, working on real projects and contributing to our business operations.



Locations where there are vacancies for graduates 

Perth, Karratha, Northam, Albany and Bunbury.

 

Residency requirements for Graduates wishing to apply

All candidates considered including international students

 

Applicants must have working rights and a secure their own visa, as sponsorships are not provided.



Roles available for Graduates

Engineering and Data Science.

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Degree Subjects Required for Graduates wishing to apply

Civil Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Chemical Engineering

Environmental Engineering

Data Science

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Employer Website

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https://www.watercorporation.com.au/About-us/Careers/Career-pathways

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What do recent graduates say are the best things about working with us?

"In my role there are so many opportunities to get out on site and apply hands on skills.  The positives of my employer are the work life balance, supportive work environment and friendly atmosphere, opportunity to be part of different working groups and committees."

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"The role here has a wide range of positives. My most noted positives are the scope of the technical work I do, directly impacting the Perth Metro Area. My employer has done an outstanding job introducing me and us to the water industry and we have never failed to apply the skills we have learnt to this industry. But most critically, our employer values that we are recharged and empowered at work by various programs that address our concerns and desires for a most beneficial workplace."