Keeping cities moving

As one of the world’s leading toll road operators, everything we do – from designing and building new roads to researching new vehicle and road safety technology – is about getting people where they want to go, as quickly and safely as possible.

Our ideas shape cities, boost economies and redefine landscapes. As our cities’ populations grow, we’re busy creating transport solutions (roads, tunnels, bike paths and more) that will deliver social and economic benefits to these cities for decades to come. 

Learn more about Transurban.

At Transurban, the journey starts with you

Your contributions at Transurban will matter. From day one, you’ll be encouraged to share your ideas and apply your expertise to create better ways of working, building, and doing. You’ll explore different business areas where your advice will count, your responsibilities will be real and your decisions will have impact.

And you won't just be stuck in an office all day, either. You’ll be out among it, seeing some of our cities’ biggest projects up close. Experience what it's like to be inside a tunnel, beneath a bridge, in our Habitat Filter, or go straight to where all the action happens – inside our Traffic Control Room. 

Your buddies and mentors will be there to guide and support you, while our senior leaders, technical specialists and formal learning paths will help you hone your leadership skills.

  • Based in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane

  • 18-month rotational program (three six-month rotations in a core discipline) 

  • Disciplines include: engineering (VIC, NSW, QLD); technology (VIC, NSW, QLD) and finance (VIC).

At Transurban, we love to learn from the great minds around us. We ask questions, share knowledge and test ideas, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.​ 

Engineering graduates

  • Rotation examples: project delivery; asset engineering; operations and maintenance; development.
  • Project examples: pavements asset life cycle works; Lane Cove Tunnel jet fan refurbishment works; Burnley Tunnel lighting improvement works.

Technology graduates

  • Rotation examples: data and analytics; cybersecurity; project management; digital cloud or automation.
  • Project examples: creating personalised customer experiences using artificial intelligence and machine learning; mobile app design and software development.

Finance graduates

  • Rotation examples: corporate finance; treasury; performance and planning; and finance partnering.
  • Project examples: growth pipeline (acquisition and development) projects, corporate budget planning and forecasting.

  • Hear from our graduates


    Katie on the opportunities, support and flexibility in the program.

     


    Chiu-San on why he chose the program. 

     

    Ben on the graduate recruitment process.

     


    Michael on the program rotations and Transurban’s culture.

     

  • About you

    Strong applicants will provide evidence of:

    • Intent to complete tertiary studies by February 2025 (or have completed in the last two years) a relevant bachelor’s degree with a credit average in:
      • Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Mechatronics or Electrical)
      • Science (Engineering Science, Computer and Software Systems)
      • Technology (Information Technology, Business Information Systems, Computer Systems, Computer Science, Software Engineering or Software Development) or;
      • Commerce, Finance, Accounting or Economics.

    • Resilience: you work well under pressure and bounce back from setbacks in a positive and constructive way.
    • Adaptability: life with us moves fast, so you’ll be adaptable and comfortable with change.
    • Drive for results: you are motivated by achievement and a sense of accomplishment and contribution.
    • Curiosity: you bring plenty of bright ideas, a hunger to learn and a collaborative and curious mindset.
    • Problem solver: you’ll have the ability to apply your technical skills to practical problems.
    • Initiative: While you’ll have the support of your mentor, buddy, manager and team, you’ll need to be organised and confident using your own initiative.
  • Working with us

    Everyone belongs ​
    We are a community where everyone is welcome, making sure our own behaviour enables others to thrive. We know our unique combination of diverse perspectives, experience, expertise and backgrounds helps shape our competitive edge and fuels our power to innovate and adapt.​ 

    We focus specifically on improving gender equality in our business and our industry. Our efforts have been recognised through WGEA’s Employer Choice for Gender Equality citation which we have held for ten consecutive years.  

    We have consistently ranked in Equileap’s top-10 Australian and top-20 global companies. We are currently the no.1 global and Australian company on gender equality performance in Equileap’s annual ranking program (2024).

    Commitment to First Nations people

    We strongly encourage applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We ensure reasonable adjustments are made to our recruitment, onboarding, and work practices to provide the most appropriate experience.

    We recognise that Australia’s journey towards reconciliation must involve participation from all parts of society and it is important for us to show leadership in the communities we serve. Our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) is focused on creating meaningful and long-term connections with First Nation communities to help inform our actions.

    More than roads
    Our strong link to communities is visible from our sites and offices. We are vigilant about managing and monitoring our impacts on local communities, and work with communities to create local benefits.

    In FY22, we invested more than $4 million in targeted community programs and partnerships, reinforcing our purpose – to be the link between people, places and progress. Read more.

    Minimising our impacts
    We’re serious about ensuring our activities support the cities we operate in and the communities living and working near our roads. We’ve set high sustainability standards for our projects and operations, including working towards net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. See how we’re tracking.

     

  • Next steps and process

    We strive to offer an efficient and positive recruitment experience. Follow Transurban on LinkedIn to stay up to date with Graduate and Student Community news.

     

    Step 1: Apply online

    Applications are currently closed.

    Step 2: Psychometric testing 

    Complete online assessments. These will examine your abilities and preferences when working with others, across changing conditions and with different types of information. Instructions and practice questions will be provided in advance.

    Step 3: Video interview 

    Participate in a one-way video assessment. You will record your answers to several set questions. This stage is designed for you to showcase your strengths, motivations and alignment to our core values.

    Steps 4 and 5: Presentation and interview 

    We'll invite you to meet with us for some interactive, practical activities. This is designed to give you a hands-on feel for typical work tasks and may involve other members of the broader Transurban team. Types of activities may include a presentation and interview. In the presentation we may look at how you interact with others to solve a business problem, your process for follow up and what reflections you had. In the interview we will ask some structured behavioural based questions aligned to the graduate role requirements. This is an opportunity for you to ask questions about the program and what it’s like to work at Transurban.

    Step 6: Offer and reference checks 

    We will contact your nominated referees to obtain their perspectives on your strengths, past achievements and ideal working environment.

    Step 7: Onboarding commences

    Your journey with us begins before your formal start date. You’ll be introduced to the 2024 graduates, your people leader, and buddy before you commence. You’ll learn more about how we operate, how you can grow and develop your career with us, and how we create road transport solutions that make us a partner of choice.

    Step 8: First day

    You'll be welcomed by your people leader and team on your first day. You’ll also get a facilities induction, so you know your way around. Then, later in your first month, you’ll get a corporate induction to Transurban, and your official graduate experience will commence.