Introduction

TransGrid's Graduate Development Program provides Graduates in Electrical Engineering and Civil/Structural Engineering with the opportunity to develop both their professional and personal skills to assist them in their future career, all whilst working with some of the best engineers and specialists in the power industry.

TransGrid is committed to safety, our shared environment, life long learning and the pursuit of quality development opportunities.

As the owner, operator and manager of the New South Wales high voltage transmission network TransGrid is facing a number of key challenges including managing a multi - billion dollar capital work program to expand the network to meet the ever growing demand as well as upgrading and replacing existing equipment.

Current projects include the

• Western 500kV Project
• Wollar to Wellington 330kV Transmission Line
• Kempsey to Port Macquarie 132kV Transmission Line
• Over 10 Major Substation Construction projects

The expertise and skills of our Engineers is highly regarded in the industry with TransGrid's Engineering Graduates an integral part of our organisational success and future.

Engineering Graduate Development Program

Graduates rotate into a new role every 12 months and generally undertake two or three placements prior to moving onto next level roles within the Organisation.

During this time Graduates' are provided with development and support to undertake their duties and over time gain a high degree of independence in their day to day work.

TransGrid's Graduate placements are real roles which are integral to the organisation and are important in helping in achieving goals and objectives.

The diversity of placements and locations provide graduates with a unique experience allowing them to gain an insight into different areas as well as offering the opportunity to work with our many different subject experts.

Placements and Locations

Electrical Engineering Graduates currently have over 24 different placements to choose from including:

• Project Management
• Project Development
• Asset Management
• High Voltage Design
• Protection Design
• Communication Design
• Secondary Systems Design
• System Planning
• Network Planning
• Network Operations
• Substations and Mains Projects and Maintenance
• Plant Standards and Procurement
• Communication and Control Systems Design and Management

Civil/ Structural Engineering Graduates have rotations in area such as

• Civil/ Structural Design
• Project Management
• Project Development

Placements are located at:

• Sydney CBD
• Western Sydney (Eastern Creek/ Wallgrove)
• Newcastle
• Yass (Southern NSW)

Assistance is provided to graduates required to relocate temporarily to or from regional locations as part of their development plan.

Conditions and Benefits

TransGrid's Graduates enjoy excellent conditions and benefits including:

• Competitive Salary from $58,800 p.a.plus Super and Allowances
• Flexible working Conditions including 35 Hour Week & Nine Day fortnight
• Access to focused development programs and study leave for relevant programs
• Salary Sacrificing for Superannuation, Motor Vehicles, Lap-tops and Electricity
• Access to Social and Welfare Club benefits including discounts on entertainment and sporting events
• Attendance and participation in fun and exciting events such as our Safety Day carnival

Training and Development

TransGrid Graduate's are provided with structured and focused training and development in variety of areas including:

• Individual Development Plans relevant to each placement
• Six-monthly performance and salary reviews
• Support to attain Chartered Status with Engineers Australia
• Technical training in areas such as transmission systems and substation equipment
• Leadership Development programs
• Project Management training
• Workplace Communication skills training
• Workplace seminars on recent and relevant engineering issues

What we look for in our Graduates?

The Graduates we are looking for are:

• Motivated and willing to learn
• Have shown an ability to think outside of the normal restraints to come up with innovative solutions to complex problems
• Work well with others and can both lead a team as well as work constructively within a team
• Good communicators who can express their thoughts or ideas clearly whether face to face or via written communication to all levels within the organisation
• Environmentally and Socially Responsible
• Appreciative and sensitive of difference and diversity

Qualifications and other Key Requirements

For placements on the 2009 Graduate Program

• Electrical Engineering Graduates must have recently completed or be due to complete their degree by the end of 2008 a B Eng (Electrical) preferably with Power related subjects
• Civil Engineering Graduates must have recently completed (or be due to complete their degree by the end of 2008) a B Eng (Civil/Structural)



• Academic results should reflect a consistent effort and application to studies at University
• Graduates with higher qualification such as a Masters in Engineering may apply however please note all applicant are assessed on their merits. There is no requirement for graduates entering the program to have undertaken further learning or higher study than their undergraduate degree
• Graduates with overseas qualifications/ degrees which they wish to be considered must have them assessed prior to interview by a recognised professional organisation such as Engineers Australia and be assessed as the Professional Engineer level

• Graduates will need to have a current drivers licence
• Applicants must be Australian Citizens or hold Permanent Residency at the time of applying
• All successful applicants will be required to undertake both a medical and criminal check prior to employment

How To Apply

TransGrid's on-line application system can be accessed at the Current Vacancies section of this website

Applicants who fail to submit all requested information such as copies of their academic transcript or proof of residency will not be considered.

2009 Program Application Process

For 2009 Graduate Applications

Note: The start date for the 2009 Program is Monday 2 February 2009

Earlier starts in late 2008 or early 2009 may be arranged by mutual agreement

Graduates who have completed their degree or will do so by the end of Semester 1 2008 may be considered for Mid - 2008 Placements (July 2008). If this is desired, please note this on application.

Our Graduates

"TransGrid allows you to move around the organisation to gain a well rounded knowledge of the discipline. It also offers many opportunities from training and development to help broaden your future opportunities." David Batger Electrical Engineer."

"Almost everything I have learnt at Uni has new meaning now that I can apply it at work. The variety of jobs that TransGrid Engineers do is amazing so you really get to see how it fits together. The people here have so much experience and are really keen to pass on their knowledge. The are genuinely interested in my development" Daniel Burn - Graduate Electrical Engineer."

"TransGrid's role and scope of operations in the power industry provides graduates with exposure to a diverse range of projects covering the macro and micro level of power system operation. The practical experience gained is invaluable in facilitating development of a graduate's understanding of power engineering in their transition from the university lecture theatre to real-time operation of power systems." Sadvhi Ganga - Graduate Electrical Engineer."


"I have been given opportunities to gain valuable experience in fields that are central to the power industry. The knowledge and skills I have obtained while on the program are invaluable to the future of my career" Daniel Sartor - Graduate Electrical Engineer."

Further Information

For further information, please contact Monica Lonergan, Organisational Development Co-ordinator at monica.lonergan@transgrid.com.au