Graduate Engineer AGL
Job Description
Join the change. Electrify your future.
About the role
Develop broad experience. Build technical capability. Accelerate your engineering career.
The AGL Engineering Graduate Program is designed to develop the next generation of energy industry leaders through a structured two-year rotational program. Graduates gain hands-on experience across a range of engineering disciplines, assets, and projects while contributing to the transition of Australia's energy future.
The program runs over two years and consists of 3 x 8-month rotations.
Through diverse rotations, graduates are exposed to different technologies, operational environments, and business functions across AGL's Energy Assets portfolio. This unique opportunity enables participants to build technical capability, broaden their industry knowledge, and discover the career pathways that best align with their strengths and interests.
Working alongside experienced engineers, technical specialists, and operational leaders, graduates develop a well-rounded understanding of how AGL's assets are designed, operated, maintained, and transformed to meet future energy demands.
The program includes:
Dedicated individual mentors providing professional guidance and career support
A structured professional development program
Technical competency framework and skills matrix to support development
Extensive internal and external learning opportunities
Micro-credentials and specialist training
Comprehensive on-the-job learning supported by graduate leaders, technical supervisors, and subject matter experts
Support and development pathways towards Chartered Engineer status
Following completion of the program, graduates possess a well-rounded view of AGL's business, career pathways, and exit the program as 'future fit' engineers, ready to support Australia's energy future.
Rotations may be available across:
Bayswater Power Station - Muswellbrook, NSW
Gas, Construction, Renewables and Projects - Regional Victoria, Adelaide, SA or Melbourne, VIC
AGL Corporate Office - Melbourne, VIC
Other operational and project locations across AGL's portfolio
Graduate housing is provided for rotations away from the graduate's home location.
What you'll be doing:
Completing assigned rotations; undertaking responsibilities including, but not limited to:
Operating within engineering teams and performing tasks relevant to the sites
Asset management, maintenance and optimisation of plant, systems and equipment
Participate in the development and implementation of engineering strategies
Projects and program support
Design, development, testing, and optimisation activities
Investigations and analysis, providing recommendations for improvements
Prepare factual and technical reports, for both engineers and laypersons
About You:
Participants must have graduated within the last 3 years or be due to graduate prior to program commencement.
We recruit the following disciplines:
Bachelor of Electrical Engineering
Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor of Civil Engineering
Bachelor of Chemical Engineering
Successful applicants will possess:
A strong desire to develop a career within the power generation industry
Safety as a core value and an understanding of operational site safety requirements
Strong planning and organisation skills
Excellent interpersonal skills, and respect for a diverse workforce
Genuine desire to work in new environments and embrace change
Must be able to geographically relocate for 8-month rotations
The ability to be respectful in shared AGL housing (unisex)
Must have the right to work in Australia, any Visas must be valid for the full 2 years
Own car and licence, some rotation sites are not accessible via public transport
Applications close 2 September.
This role will commence in January 2027.
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Inclusion at AGL
At AGL, we value diversity and welcome applicants from various backgrounds, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals with disabilities, culturally diverse individuals, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. AGL is dedicated to maintaining a diverse workforce and encourages applicants to share their lived experiences.
We offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and respect the privacy of those who choose not to disclose. To learn more visit: www.agl.com.au/careers
