Graduate Program
Each year, Power and Water recruit graduates into our graduate program.
Graduate opportunities for 2011 will be advertised in September 2010, with successful applicants commencing in February 2011.
To be eligible for our graduate program you must:
- Have completed a relevant bachelor degree within the last year, or be completing a relevant bachelor degree by the end of 2010.
- Be an Australian Citizen or have a work visa that allows you to work in Australia.
Application Process
Applicants are requested to submit a cover letter, a one to two page response to the question ‘how will you use the skills, knowledge and experience gained during your study to contribute to the business of Power and Water Corporation?’, a copy of their most recent academic transcript and a copy of their CV.
Please note that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander graduates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Selection Process
Power and Water has a structured approach to recruitment and is committed to ensuring staff selection is undertaken in a fair, transparent and equitable manner pursuant to the merit principle.
The process involves the following steps:
Shortlisting
Once all applications are received, a team of Power and Water Officers will read the applications and select those with the strongest claims against the criteria. The panel will consider relevant work experience, training and qualifications.
The Interview
The interview is to determine your ability to perform the role, to get to know you, your skills, experiences and for you to get to know us. This is a good opportunity to gather as much information as possible and deicide whether the role, and Power and Water will be right for you.
A panel of three Power and Water Officers will ask all applicants the same series of questions. At the conclusion of the interview, the applicant will have an opportunity to ask the panel members any questions.
Other Assessments
You may also be required to undertake additional assessments during the selection process which includes:
- Safety Testing
- Psychometric Testing
Reference Checks
We will do at least two reference checks with previous employers. We suggest that prior to nominating a referee you discuss this with them.
Successful applicants
Successful applicants will initially be made a verbal offer. Upon acceptance, the offer will then be made in writing. Feedback will be available to interested applicants.
About the Program
The Power and Water Corporation is seeking graduate talent interested in working for a multi utility Corporation which provides services to approximately 80,000 customers.
Graduates need to be motivated, enthusiastic, have strong communication skills, integrity, analytical skills and capable of demonstrating initiative and flexibility.
The program aims to provide successful graduates with the opportunity to:
- operate effectively in a multi utility environment.
- develop generic skills and abilities applicable within a utilities environment.
- develop a long term career within the Corporation.
- transition from university to the workforce and assist in career choices.
- develop whole of Corporation thinking and practices.
The diversity of the work undertaken by the Corporation allows Power and Water to provide graduates with a broad range of experiences in a variety of business units, roles, locations and projects.
The program is for two years, commencing in February 2011.
Graduates are employed as permanent employees, with four rotations across business units. The program provides graduates with a comprehensive foundation upon which to build a career within Power and Water.
What We Offer
In 2011, Power and Water expect to recruit graduates from the following disciplines:
- electrical engineering
- civil engineering
- environmental engineering
- mechanical engineering
- water related science/environmental science
Competitive wages - Graduate salaries are $57,738 for those with a three year degree or $60,628 for a graduate with a four year degree.
Superannuation - Employer contributions of 9% are made by Power and Water. Employees can make additional contributions to superannuation and salary sacrificing arrangements are available.
Key leave provisions - Power and Water offer five weeks annual leave per year, and three weeks sick leave. For further information about employment conditions.
Relocation assistance - Assistance with removal expenses and provision of a relocation allowance will be provided if the successful applicant is required to move to Darwin. For further information about Relocation assistance.
Supportive environment - Power and Water focuses on a range of ways to ensure staff happiness. Work social groups, leadership development, reward and recognition programs and service recognition are just some ways in which Power and Water supports graduates.
Diversity - The diversity of the services Power and Water offers and the work available enables staff to learn new skills and work in a variety of areas.
Development Opportunities - A structured development program will be completed by graduates, formal development activities will be conducted upon commencing and during each rotation.
For more information please contact Human Resources Consultant – Workforce Capability on (08) 8985 8507 or 8985 8502.