About the role:

The position of Student Engineer provides a development pathway for a suitable candidate for potential future Graduate Engineer positions at the City. The incumbent will be expected to acquire a range of basic skills in all aspects of civil engineering at the City of Swan, under close supervision by experienced officers. We currently have a short term opportunity for a student to gain some paid experience on a fixed term full time basis until 9 January 2026, with possibility of extension.

Key Accountabilities include, but are not limited to:

• To gain familiarity with all aspects of civil engineering at the City of Swan - project management, civil design, asset management, construction and maintenance
• To work diligently to become familiar with processes, procedures and work practices in the areas of Project Management, Asset Management and Construction & Maintenance
• To carry out relatively straightforward tasks as directed, which are relevant to Project Management, Asset Management and Construction & Maintenance
• To follow all directions and safety practices when taken to construction sites, whether inspecting works by the City of Swan's own crews, or works by contractors working on behalf of developers
• Contribute to the provision of a professional, confidential and timely technical support service to the Asset Management business unit
• Ability to work under broad direction with limited supervision.
• Apply legislative obligations under the E.O. & WHS policies
• Maintain an up to date register of completed work.

For more information about the role please refer to the position description.

The successful candidate will have the following:

• Currently studying a Bachelor Degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering
• Good interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft office and general tech skills
• A satisfactory National Police Certificate

About working with us:

The salary for this position will be from $68,485.62 - $74,307.64 per annum, depending on the skills and experience of the successful applicant.

You will also enjoy benefits including:

• Flexibility to balance work and life through supported work from home and a 9-day fortnight
• Excellent leave entitlements e.g. purchase additional leave, Local Government public holiday
• Generous Superannuation contributions up to a total combined 17%
• Comprehensive employee wellness program
• Free parking options available
• Travelsmart allowance to support public transport use or cycling to work

About the City:

The City of Swan, located north east of Perth, is the largest local government by land size in the Perth metropolitan area, and has one of the fastest growing populations. The City covers an area of 1,042 square kilometres, equivalent to almost 20 per cent of the Perth metropolitan area. A beautifully diverse expanse of land, the City is rich in natural assets, including the iconic Swan River and internationally renowned Swan Valley viticulture region established in 1829.

Our location, services and facilities make the City an attractive place to live. The population across our 42 suburbs stands at 168,334 in 2023, but is set to reach 300,000 by 2050.

The Whadjuk people of the Noongar Nation have been the traditional custodians of the land for more than 40,000 years. The Derbal Yerrigan (Swan River) holds enormous cultural significance for the Noongar people. The City is also rich in European history, and our community is a melting pot of multiculturalism, with one in three people being born overseas and one in five speaking a language other than English at home. Our ideal location, significant history, diverse community and strong economy ensures a positive future for the City of Swan, full of opportunity.

Our purpose at the City is to improve the quality of life for all of the people who live in, work in and visit the City of Swan by delivering our vision of ‘one city, diverse people, culture and places’ through shared values of respect, excellence, accountability and leadership.

At the City of Swan we are committed to recruiting and retaining the right people and creating a great place to work.  We offer our employees real careers, real impact, and real rewards.

We welcome everyone exactly as they are. We welcome people with diverse skills, experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds and encourage applications from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people who identify as LGBTIQA+, people with disabilities, people with a culturally and linguistically diverse background, and people of all ages.

For a confidential discussion, please contact Andrew on 0427 170 743.

For queries regarding the application process, please contact our friendly People Services team on (08) 9267 9014.

To apply please submit a cover letter of no more than 1 page that outlinesyour qualifications and experience and why you would be a good fit for this role, and a resume via the link. 

Closing Date: Tuesday 2 December 2025 at 11pm AWST.

The City of Swan reserves the right to commence shortlisting and interviews earlier than the closing date. The City also reserves the right to close the vacancy early. Therefore if you are interested in applying for this position please do so as soon as possible.

*No agencies please.