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, ongoing challenging and rewarding work  

About The Role

We currently have opportunities available in our Graduate – Landscape Architect Program to offer recent graduates who have completed a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture (Honours preferred not essential)

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

This is a three-year rotational program, providing learning experiences in a range of specialist areas.  The rotations are based on your strengths, skills, and interests coupled with business needs.

You will have the opportunity to work in all facets of urban and landscape design within a high performing and experienced team undertaking various responsibilities in the following areas:

• hard and soft landscaping
• delivering urban design in built form treatments in road infrastructure projects
• public and community art
• liaison with internal stakeholders including engineers and project managers
• liaison with external stakeholders including other government departments, local government and consultants

We offer a well-structured rotation plan and formal training to support your development. On completing the graduate program, you will be offered a permanent position in the organisation.

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
• Participate in substantial road network projects and technical specialist areas, you can work on large projects and see them on your drive home!

About You

We are looking for highly motivated graduates who aren’t afraid of a challenge and want to make a difference to urban and landscape design in Western Australia.  You will need to have excellent problem-solving skills and be able to work both independently and as a team member. 

Come and be a part of keeping WA moving!

To be considered for our Graduate Environment 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.
• An Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
• Be motivated to work at Main Roads, demonstrated through your strengths and personal attributes
• Have a career interest in urban and landscape design
• 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 Bachelor of Landscape Architecture (Honours preferred not essential)  – completed between December 2022 – December 2025 and your academic transcript. Applicants that are currently completing their studies are to submit their most current academic results.

• Your CV
• A copy of your current WA motor vehicle (car) Driver’s Licence (or approved equivalent)
• Proof of Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency

• A cover letter of no more than 2 pages outlining why you are interested in working for the Main Roads Graduate Landscape Architect 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.

Successful applicants will need to complete a pre-employment medical assessment and national police clearance 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