Expressions of interest now open
Expressions of interest open now for our 2027 Graduate Program! Be part of Australia's transition to renewable energy. Pre-register your interest now to to be notified when the applications open in February 2026.
Program overview
- A permanent position, starting with a two-year development program of four rotational placements
- Site visits and access to work on some of Australia’s largest energy transmission projects
- Experience diverse and challenging responsibilities in each placement
- Follow a structured learning and development pathway to build your technical and professional knowledge
- Team up with a buddy who, as a former graduate, can help you navigate and thrive at Transgrid
- Partner with an experienced mentor in your second placement, providing access to an experienced professional
- On average, we welcome 40 new graduates into our program each year!
- Our program has won numerous awards over the past few years, including best in the energy industry and top program overall among Australia’s top 100 graduate employers
Why choose Transgrid?
As a Transgrid Graduate, you will receive:
- Remuneration package starting at $94,888.79 (including 15.5% superannuation) with a salary rate increase to be applied in 2025
- Every second Monday off! Which means you'll enjoy a long weekend, every second weekend! (9-day fortnight)
- Permanent employment – complete the program and move into a full-time position
- Hybrid working (minimum 3 days in the office) and flexible arrangements are available
- Flexible public holidays and an annual picnic day
- Structured learning and development program to develop your technical and professional skills
- Meet your buddy before you start - they're a former graduate who has been in your shoes and can help you find your feet in the first few months
- Opportunity to travel across NSW
- WorkMates peer support program – a network of people trained to support colleagues who are struggling with mental health Employee Support Networks including Energise (supporting gender equality), Rise (employees who identify as LGBTQIA+ and those who support them) and Yarn Up (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees)
- Discounted gym memberships with Fitness Passport
- Free annual Health Checks, Flu Shots and Skin Checks
- 20 weeks of paid Primary Carer leave and subsidised vacation care
Eligibility
Suitable degrees
Transgrid are seeking graduates from various fields, not limited to:
- Electrical Engineering
- Renewable Energy Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mechatronics Engineering
- Construction and Project Management
- Human Resources
- Finance and Economics
- IT and Cyber
Eligibility criteria
To be eligible for consideration for the Graduate Program, you must:
- Demonstrate a commitment to environmental and social responsibility
- Be a team player, with initiative, drive and a willingness to learn
- Demonstrate a fresh approach to situations and the ability to contribute to innovative solutions for complex problems
- Demonstrate the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Show appreciation for and sensitivity to difference and diversity
- Be an Australian or New Zealand permanent resident or citizen, OR hold a suitable Permanent Employment Visa
- Be a current University Graduate or expected to Graduate by the end of 2026
How to apply
Step 1: Submit application
Create a profile on our careers site and submit your application including responses to short answer questions.
Step 2: Online testing
If you are successfully screened, you will be sent an email to complete online cognitive testing, including a 12-minute online test for numeracy, literacy and abstract reasoning.
Step 3: Online video interview
If you successfully pass the benchmark for the online cognitive testing, you will be invited by email to complete your online one-way video interview consisting of 3 questions related to your interest in the program, situational awareness and resolving problems.
Step 4: Assessment Centre
If you are successfully shortlisted, you will be invited to attend our in-person Assessment Centre.
Step 5: Pre-employment checks
Successful candidates from the Assessment Centre will be invited to complete pre-employment checks.
NOTE: Reserve candidates will also be invited to complete pre-employment checks.
Step 6: Offer of employment
Preferred successful candidates will be contacted and made a verbal offer of employment, which will be followed by a formal offer that will be sent by email.
Transgrid places great importance on:
Learning and development
Supporting your career
We offer fulfilling careers and encourage all our people to take advantage of ongoing opportunities to develop their skills. We’ll support you every step of the way through a combination of structured training, informal on-the-job learning, regular checkins and inspiring buddies and mentors. Working alongside leading experts in your field, you’ll develop hands-on experience across multiple projects and gain the solid foundations required for an exciting and challenging career.
Formal training
To supplement your practical training, you will follow the Transgrid Learning Pathway to acquire skills and knowledge that will help you excel in the workplace.
Buddy program
In your first few weeks at Transgrid, you’ll meet your buddy. This is a former graduate who has been in your shoes before and can help you find your feet in the first few months – great support and connection to have.
Mentor program
Once you’ve completed two rotations in your first year, you’ll start your second year of the program with the support of your hand-picked mentor. This relationship will further guide your progression at Transgrid and help you develop your career. Check out this mentorship story!
Gender and equality
Transgrid is committed to providing equal opportunities for all staff. Transgrid is committed to connect women, and their supporters, across the business. An employee-led network was created in 2021 called Energise and is just one initiative as part of Transgrid's D&I Strategy to improve Gender Diversity and Equality. The purpose of this network is to build stronger connections and support for women at Transgrid. Stronger together represents our vision to enhance a stronger connection for all. The Network was established to continue creating a fair and equitable workplace in which all employees have equal access to opportunity, and to develop and succeed in their career regardless of gender. Energise does this by hosting a range of different initiatives including:
Networking
Transgrid enables formal and informal networking. For example, members can connect via the platform to have a virtual coffee or to connect in person when working or visiting Transgrid’s offices, depots and sites
Blogging
Employees can share information, articles, start conversations, ask questions on the Energise blog. This is a safe space as it is moderated by the D&I team and in the future will only be open to Members.
Panel & Speaker Events
Hear from inspirational speakers, leaders and Transgrid colleagues.
Cultural and linguistic diversity
Transgrid is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diverse thinking and ideas are valued, where all employees feel a sense of belonging, and where all are inspired to do their best each day.
Our people come from a broad range of backgrounds that reflect the communities we serve and bring different perspectives to different challenges. Together they play a critical role in our continued success. As such, we cultivate a workplace that promotes performance and recognition, and that develops, empowers and values employees at all levels and in all locations.
Transgrid celebrates a large calendar of diversity, inclusion and belonging events. The Transgrid Diversity Council was established to identify opportunities and proactively implement initiatives that foster a more diverse and inclusive culture at Transgrid, where our people thrive and our business grows sustainably. Diversity Council members are a group of committed leaders and employees who promote and champion Transgrid’s Diversity and Inclusion strategy across the company to inspire action and achieve positive outcomes.
