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.

Our Road Network Operations Centre (RNOC) is the nerve-centre of Perth’s Road network. It is a world-class traffic management centre with a diversely skilled team, using industry leading technology, big data, and control systems, to keep people and freight moving efficiently and safely. Our vision is to provide the community with perfect, predictable journeys, 24/7.

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

Our Graduate Network Operations program is a two-year rotational program.

We are seeking highly motivated graduates or students with excellent problem solving and analytical skills, who can exercise critical thinking, effective communication, and work collaboratively in a team environment.

The program is primarily based at our Road Network Operations Centre (RNOC) in Perth CBD, where we utilise state of the art technology to manage traffic conditions in real-time, analyse performance data and optimise the road network to reduce congestion and cater for all modes of transport, while integrating with land use. You will have the opportunity to learn and use this technology to make a difference on the WA road network.

As a Network Operations Graduate, you will have the opportunity to work in different areas, gaining experience in:

• Traffic Operations & Network Optimisation – Use of control systems to manage the operation and performance of traffic signals, Intelligent Transport Systems devices, and Perth’s expanding Smart Freeways.
• Traffic Engineering & Design – Providing review and technical advice into road and intersection designs, major infrastructure projects and development applications and Town Teams Streets Alive Program
• Data Analytics & AI – Use of in-house big data systems to identify performance and safety gaps or trends, and drive improvements on the network.
• Traffic Modelling & Visualisation – Use of microanalytical and microsimulation software to evaluate intersection or road upgrades and visualise performance.

There is no doubt you will have an impact on people’s day-to-day journeys and the future of transport within WA.

We offer an attractive remuneration package, well-structured rotation plan and formal training to support your development.  Upon successful completion of your graduate program, you will be offered a permanent position in the organisation.

What’s in it for You?

• An attractive remuneration package and employment conditions and benefits
• A well-established graduate program with carefully considered rotations that are based on your skills, experience, and interests
• A dedicated graduate co-ordinator that will guide you, support you and provide professional feedback and advice throughout your program
• Opportunities for professional development through a practical and formal learning program
• Flexible working arrangements and support to achieve a healthy work/life balance
• Build working relationships with industry professionals
• Guaranteed permanent placement at the completion of your graduate program

About You

If you’re prepared to tackle complex issues, have a strong desire to learn new technical skills, and help drive our commitment to improving road journeys in WA, then the Graduate Network Operations Program is for you.

Come and be a part of keeping WA moving!

To be considered for our Graduate Network Operations program you must:

• Be a recent university graduate (within 2 years from completion of your bachelor’s degree) or have your degree completed by July 2026 for our mid-year intake, or December 2026 for our 2027 intake.
• Be 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 learning and working with network and modelling data
• 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 Science or relevant discipline and your most recent transcript. If you are completing your degree this year, please submit your most recent academic transcript.  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)
• Proof of Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency

• A cover letter outlining why you would like to be a Graduate Network Operations at Main Roads, and provide an example of 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 questionnaire and may 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 actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds; gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion and sexual orientation to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. 

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!

There are plenty of opportunities at Main Roads, that can take you in many directions!

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 email careerpathways@mainroads.wa.gov.au or contact Emily Raffaele, Human Resources Officer on (08) 9323 4602.

If you experience technical issues when submitting your application, including if you are experiencing issues with the Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), please contact RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056 or send an e-mail to ramshelpdesk@bigredsky.com.

If you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process, please contact careerpathways@mainroads.wa.gov.au or contact Emily Raffaele, Human Resources Officer on (08) 9323 4602.