Job opportunity

Your Future, Our Direction

Join a leading WA government agency that values your contribution and wants to invest in you!

Keeping WA Moving is our commitment for the future, underpinning our values and guiding the decisions we make.  As communities and populations continue to expand, so does the need for a safe, reliable, and sustainable road-based transport system.

We continually strive towards excellence in everything that we do. Now is a great time to become involved in developing and implementing cutting edge technology and sustainable major projects on WA’s road network.

Main Roads provides stability, security, and ongoing challenging and rewarding work.

About the Role

We currently have opportunities available in our new stream of Graduate Urban and Regional Planning program to offer recent university graduates with a Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning obtained within the last three (3) years. 

Applications will also be considered from current students who will be completing their degree by December 2025 for our 2026 intake.

This is a two-year rotational program, providing practical learning experiences in a range of specialist areas that are not only relevant to your qualification, but also to your strengths and interests.

As a Graduate Urban and Regional Planner, you will support the planning of future road networks and assessment of land use planning proposals to assist the movement of people and freight. You will contribute to projects that improve mobility, safety, and sustainability across urban and regional transport networks. This role is ideal for recent graduates who have a passion for transport, urban planning and public policy.

What’s in it for You?

• We offer a competitive and attractive remuneration package and a well-established program that provides valuable learning and skill development
• Be supported by a dedicated graduate co-ordinator who will guide you, structure your rotations and provide professional feedback and advice
• Flexible working arrangements – we will offer you a safe learning environment and encourage work/life balance
• Build working relationships with industry professionals - create professional and personal connections
• Offer of permanent placement at the successful completion of your Graduate program

About You

If you are passionate about making an impact and you have a strong desire to learn, then we want to hear from you!

Come and be a part of keeping WA moving!

To be considered for our Graduate Urban and Regional Planning Program, you must:

• Be a recent university graduate (within 3 years from completion of your bachelor’s degree) or have your degree completed by December 2025 for our 2026 intake.
• Be motivated to work at Main Roads, demonstrated through your strengths and personal attributes
• Have a career interest in Urban and Regional Planning
• Have strong problem solving skills, including embracing change and challenge
• Be great at working together in teams
• Be able to build relationships with stakeholders

Please submit the following documentation in your application:

• A copy of your completed Bachelor’s degree in Urban and Regional Planning or relevant discipline and your academic transcript. Applicants that are currently completing their studies are to submit their most current academic results. Overseas qualifications will need to be accompanied with confirmation of Australian equivalency.
• A current CV
• A copy of your current WA Driver’s Licence (or approved equivalent)

• A cover letter of no more than 2 pages outlining why you are interested in working for the Main Roads Graduate Urban and Regional Planning Program, and how you demonstrate the following qualities:
  • When you have worked in a team environment creating successful outcomes
  • Used your communication skills through work, university or other areas to clearly explain a situation or task.
  • Ability to solve a problem or problems in a workplace, university or other areas you have experienced.

Please ensure your cover letter does not exceed two (2) pages.

Should you be shortlisted for our interview process, please ensure you are available the week of 15 September 2025.

Successful applicants will need to complete a pre-employment medical questionnaire and will be required to complete a National Police Check prior to appointment.

Apply Now!

We're building a diverse workforce

At Main Roads, we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities in which we work and live, fostering an inclusive environment that accepts every person, embraces their strengths and differences, and provides opportunities for all to achieve their full potential.

We are a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women, a registered Disability Confident Recruiter, a member of Pride in Diversity as LGBTQIA+ allies, an active member of CEOs for Gender Equity, and guided by our Reconciliation Action Plan, we are committed to providing meaningful training and employment opportunities to deliver positive outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. Apply now to join us!

Find Out More.

Learn more about this opportunity and our entry level career paths on our Graduate & Students portal: https://www.mainroads.wa.gov.au/about-main-roads/working-with-us/students-and-graduates/

For further information on our Graduate program, please contact Tammy Watson, Workforce Development Consultant on (08) 9323 6131 - not to be contacted for assistance with application.

For general enquiries regarding this recruitment process and eligibility requirements, please contact Emily Raffaele (08) 9323 4602 or email careerpathways@mainroads.wa.gov.au 

If you experience technical issues when submitting your application, please contact RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056 or e-mail to ramshelpdesk@bigredsky.com

Further information about Main Roads, real-time travel information and our projects can be found on our website www.mainroads.wa.gov.au

If you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process, please contact Claire Bell on (08) 9323 6140 or email recruitment@mainroads.wa.gov.au