Sustainability Graduate

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Project Overview:

Bechtel Mining and Metals offers engineering, procurement, and construction services for customers in the mining sector across multiple commodities including Iron Ore, Bauxite, Alumina, Aluminium, Copper, Gold, Coal, Lithium and Rare Earths markets. 

The M&M global business unit also has offices in Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide in Australia along with execution units in the United States, Peru, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, India and other project locations around the world.

Job Summary:

Bechtel is now accepting applications from Environmental, Social Communities, or Marketing/Communications graduates to join our 2027 Graduate Program located at our Brisbane office. Commencing in January 2027, the Bechtel Graduate Sustainability position forms a part of our 2-year rotational graduate program, offering insights across major projects, functions, and offers you the opportunity to gain hands-on experience within the Mining and Metals industry. Your journey with us will be more than just a job—it’s a pathway to a fulfilling and impactful career.

Supported by a multidisciplinary team, you will support the delivery of  Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) strategies across our global projects and have the opportunity to learn from a highly experienced global team whilst growing and developing your own career.

The role provides an opportunity to build a foundation in sustainable development within the mining and metals industry. It supports understanding how sustainable development principles are applied across projects, business decisions, and organisational initiatives, with a focus on environmental, social and governance considerations throughout the project lifecycle.

Positioned within a multidisciplinary environment, the role is connected to project teams, internal initiatives, and research activities that contribute to the integration of sustainable development. The role is structured to support learning through participation, collaboration, and exposure to a range of sustainable development contexts. It is intended for graduates who are interested in how sustainable development is applied in practice and how it contributes to project delivery, stakeholder engagement, and long‑term value.

Major Responsibilities:

• Analyse Sustainability and ESG trends in the mining industry.
• Provide input into the development of the company Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan.
• Participate in the identification of Sustainability and ESG initiatives for existing and future projects.
• Provide day-to-day follow up and support to team members in relation to project / engagement delivery
• Support in preparation for meetings on sustainability matters 
• Support in responding to sustainability-related proposals 
• Support in the development of tools; templates etc to support overall management and execution of sustainability across mining and metals 
• Participate in projects, shadows and learning, client interaction, project management, scheduling and workshops. 
• Contribute to the successful execution of other research initiatives as needed. 

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Applicants must have completed their degree at an accredited university in social sciences, human rights, sustainability, communications and/or international/community/public relations.
• A passion for Sustainable Development.
• Basic computer skills including competence in MS Office suite and other common software
• Experience in Microsoft PowerBI is highly desirable
• Flexibility and enthusiasm for individual and team tasks.
• Analytical problem-solving capabilities.
• Demonstrated skills in oral and written communication.
• Indigenous and Torres Strait Island candidates are encouraged to apply.

Total Rewards/Benefits:

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive.  Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards

Diverse teams build the extraordinary:

As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.

We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.

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