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.
As 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 are seeking enthusiastic and invested students currently studying a bachelor’s degree of Electrical or Electronic Engineering at a Western Australian university.
The Cadetship is offered to students studying their 2nd or 3rd year of studies in 2026 and offers:
- Tuition Fee Support - Main Roads will pay the compulsory tuition fees directly to your university for your enrolled units at the beginning of each semester for the term of your Cadetship.
- Paid Study (Sustenance Allowance) - to assist you in focusing on your full-time studies. We will pay you a fortnightly sustenance allowance.
- Vacation Work – We will provide you with paid summer vacation employment, where you will gain hands-on practical experience
Upon the successful completion of your Electrical or Electronic Engineering Degree, you will join our three (3) year rotational Engineering Graduate Program.
We are looking for Cadets to join our 2026 intake with your first paid vacation work commencing in November 2026.
What’s in it for You?
- Get paid to study
- A dedicated Development Employee team who will guide and support you, and structure your program to get the best learning and development experience for you
- An attractive remuneration package and employment conditions and benefits
- Excellent personal and professional development – be part of major projects
- Build a network of working relationships with industry professionals through hands-on practical experience
- Guaranteed permanent employment at the completion of your successful graduate program
- Opportunity to work across WA and gain invaluable experience working in the regions
- Create professional and personal connections
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Menno Henneveld Scholarship – Regional Based applicants
Menno Henneveld was the Commissioner of Main Roads from 2002-2012. Menno’s legacy to our organisation was his focus on leadership and values, and his support and commitment to our regions. He was an advocate for developing our future workforce which saw a significant growth in our graduate programs during his tenure as Commissioner.
To honour Menno’s memory, we are offering the ‘Menno Henneveld Scholarship’ to regionally based students. The scholarship provides additional financial support to the cadetship and includes:
- A higher fortnightly sustenance allowance, for living away from your ordinary place of residence in the region
- Special Supplementary Allowance to assist with the cost of accommodation in Perth
Eligible applicants of the Menno Henneveld scholarship:
- Will be living away from home, for study purposes, with home being more than 40km from Perth
- Successful in receiving a cadetship with Main Roads
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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 our growing organisation!
To be considered for our Engineering Cadetship (Electrical), you must be;
- An Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
- Have already completed your 1st year of your Bachelor of Electrical or Electronic Engineering at a Western Australian university
- A full-time student
Please submit the following documentation as part of your application:
- A brief CV
- A copy of your most current academic results in your Bachelor of Electrical or Electronic Engineering
- A copy of your current WA motor vehicle (car) Driver’s Licence (or an approved equivalent)
- Proof of Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency
- A cover letter outlining why you are interested in working for the Main Roads Engineering Cadet (Electrical) Program, 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 prior to appointment.
Please note: Successful applicants for the Cadetship will be bonded to Main Roads (duration to be confirmed prior to appointment) and will required to join the Graduate program upon completion of the Cadetship. Electrical engineering graduates are required to complete a pre-employment medical assessment prior to commencing the Graduate program and will be required to hold a WA Driver’s Licence.
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 cadetships, 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.
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FINAL - Information Sheet - Engineering Cadet (Civil and Electrical).pdf
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final graduate and cadetship application guide.pdf
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working with us.pdf
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