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About SMEC Australia

SMEC Australia is a leading global engineering consultancy with a vibrant work environment, offering diverse opportunities to work on impactful projects. With a strong presence in various countries, including Australia, SMEC values innovation, providing employees the chance to contribute to major infrastructure and urban development projects while fostering career growth. University students can join SMEC to kick-start their careers, benefit from mentorship, and experience flexibility in a dynamic and supportive setting.

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Your role

SMEC is currently looking for an Undergraduate / Student Planner to join the Planning and Design team in Melbourne, and work on a range of statutory and strategic planning for Masterplan Communities, Capital Works Programs, Infrastructure, Government, and Urban projects.

As part of the Undergraduate intake, you will get to:

• Contribute to the delivery of major industry projects and local community ventures
• Assist in the preparation of proposals, reports, and other documents
• Partner with supportive colleagues through our buddy system
• Access a range of industry events and networking opportunities
• Be part of a large and diverse community of graduates across ANZ

Training & development

SMEC promises both in-person and online training on everything from consulting with clients to managing your time effectively through graduate development workshops.SMEC provides a fulfilling career for those eager to make an impact, emphasizing employee contribution to business growth and a commitment to talent development. The company values internal wisdom, offering comprehensive Learning and Development programs to stimulate personal and career growth.

Benefits

Here are the benefits SMEC Australia offers to its employees.

• Purchased annual leave 
• Employee assistance program
• Corporate health plan

Career progression

At SMEC, they invest in strategies to develop their people and their careers and understand the importance of nurturing talent from within. Their programs include Talent Management and Succession Planning, Graduate Development, and Employee Awards.

Work life balance

SMEC understands their employees need to balance their work and personal commitments. The Flexible Working Arrangements procedure includes options to vary work hours, work from home, and job share.

Culture & vibe

SMEC prioritizes its people, fostering a diverse and inclusive global environment where over 16,000 employees collaborate to deliver innovative solutions. Committed to equality, they aim to create a workplace where individuals feel trusted, safe, valued, and proud, reflected in achievements like being named an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality. The organization continuously evaluates ways to enhance flexibility, inclusivity, and respect in the workplace, underscoring its commitment to a high-trust, high-performance culture.

About you

Here's what SMEC is looking for in this role:

• Studying a relevant Planning degree in your penultimate or pre-penultimate year
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Ability to effectively manage one's time and workload
• A developed knowledge of analytical methods, tools, and principles 

Source

The following sources were used in researching this page:

• smec.com/the-smec-experience
• smec.com/diversity-inclusion-equality