The Opportunity

Are you someone who loves working with cutting-edge technology? A traineeship in materials engineering with Main Roads Western Australia could be the perfect opportunity for you!

In this role, you’ll get hands-on experience in choosing and testing the materials that go into building some of WA’s most important roads, bridges, and highways. From picking the best materials for different environments to making sure they stand up to heavy traffic and extreme weather, you'll play a key part in making sure roads are safe, durable, and built to last.

You’ll also have the chance to explore exciting innovations in sustainable materials, helping to create roads that are not only long-lasting but also better for the environment. Whether it's researching and testing new ways to improve road surfaces or figuring out how to fix and maintain existing roads, you’ll be making a real difference in how we travel across the state.

As a Technical Trainee – Materials, you’ll shadow experts in the field on real projects; investigating and testing materials and, operating and assisting with calibrating specialised equipment. If you’re a mathematically or science minded individual, and interested in a job where you can earn while you learn, this is your chance to start your career on the right track!

Learn more about our Materials Traineeship here:

Our Offer

The successful applicant will be provided a two year, fixed term contract to complete their traineeship. During this time you will:

• work full time with Main Roads and earn four weeks paid holiday leave each year,
• be provided with all requirement equipment, including a laptop, to complete your studies

• obtain a Certificate III in Laboratory Skills or Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques

• receive individualised support from our Trainee Co-ordinator.

How to Apply

Apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button (above and below) and provide the following documents. Note, your application must include these documents:

• A resume
• A completed Traineeship Application Form available here
• Evidence of completion of year 10 or equivalent (e.g. year 10 school report, or a copy of a Cert III).
• Proof of Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency (e.g. birth certificate or Australian passport)

Extra information

This role attracts a competitive base salary with 11.5% superannuation.

If you have any questions on the traineeship, please contact Tony Cullinane on (08) 9323 4739.

If you need help submitting your application or require reasonable adjustments to help you fully participate in this selection process, please email hrjobs@mainroads.wa.gov.au or call Claire Bell on (08) 9323 6140.

This is a full-time Fixed Term position for a period of up to 24 months with the possibility of extension and/or permanency.

Applicants selected for appointment will have to pass a pre-employment medical assessment and National Police Clearance prior to appointment.