Cadet/ Junior Mechanical Drafter Hybrid

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives.

We are committed to nurturing and developing the next generation of Changemakers through mentorship and structured development programs. As part of our global firm, you’ll find the scale and reach you need to do the kind of work the world needs – and the culture and people that make it the best work of your life.

The Water Group

Our Water team promotes holistic, sustainable water resource management for governments, investors, developers, manufacturers, utilities, and corporations, helping with network maintenance and development, risk mitigation, regulatory compliance, cost reduction, and future-ready strategies.

About the role:

As a Cadet Mechanical Drafter, you will be a valued member of WSP in Australia's Adelaide-based Water Engineering team, contributing your drafting skills to a diverse portfolio of water engineering projects.

You will work with a talented team of experienced Engineers and Designers who embrace WSP's commitment to nurturing and developing the next generation of diverse Changemakers through mentorship and structured development programs. Being part of an inclusive global firm, you will have access to a variety of opportunities, and the support you need to progress your career and make your mark from Day One.

In this role you will:

• Work within a multi-disciplined engineering team
• Learn how to prepare drawings for issue
• Plan and manage your work to meet deadlines
• Learn to apply the relevant design guidelines and standards to drawings
• Provide input into proposals, demonstrating understanding of project needs in relation to design drafting.

About You:

• TAFE qualification in Engineering or equivalent, or working towards qualification
• Some experience with design packages such 12D and/or AutoCAD would be great
• Intermediate skills in MS Office (MS Word and MS Excel)
• An enthusiasm to learn and develop in your career
• Strong attention to detail
• Natural connector
• Problem solver with a powerful team spirit
• Open, Curious, Passionate, Adaptable
• Someone ready to do the kind of work the world needs

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

We are recognised as a Prosple (GradAustralia) Top 100 employer. To find out more about our Early Career Programs and community click here. 

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