2026 Graduate Program – Environmental Science

• Join our award-winning Graduate Program – advance your career and make a difference to Sydney’s future!  
• Competitive salary of EA 5E $92,346.95 + super 
• Potential pathway into a full-time career at Sydney Water  

Our Award-Winning Grad Program  

If your career is just beginning, Sydney Water can give you a great head start. Through our graduate program, you have an opportunity to play a key role in Sydneysiders’ continuing enjoyment of this great city and iconic outdoor way of life.  

You will set and achieve real goals and be part of a committed and highly skilled team who’ll appreciate what you bring to the table - we want your perspective and ideas! You will also undertake embedded Learning and Development that will fast track your technical and leadership skills.  

We are welcoming applications from students who completed their studies in 2024 or will be completing in 2025 in Environmental Science.

How does our Grad program work? You will undertake 3 x 9-month rotations related to your degree discipline and will be able to apply for a fulltime role after 12 months on the program.  

The locations are varied depending on the role. Our area of operations stretches across Greater Sydney, The Illawarra and The Blue Mountains. Some of our locations are not easily accessible by public transport and will require you to have your own transport.  

About you?

• You’re an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident at time of application  
• Have a solid academic transcript and provide it with your application 
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Programs   
• Are curious, innovative and ambitious and open to learning new experiences 

 Closing Date: Sunday, 27th July 2025

For any further information please contact earlycareers@sydneywater.com.au

The Graduate Program Application Process: 

• Situational Job Task: If you are invited to continue after applying, you’ll be invited to complete a situational job task within a week of the application closing date. This is designed to assess your skills and approach to relevant scenarios you may encounter in the role. 
• Video interview and psychometric testing: If you make it through the job task, you’ll record some answers to a few straightforward questions. to help us get a sense of your communication style and what excites you about Sydney Water.  
• Assessment Centre and panel interview: Next, you’ll have a face-to-face interview with a panel consisting of your prospective team. You’ll also participate in a group activity to assess your cognitive ability. 
• Offer: If you’re selected, we’ll discuss all the specifics, including your salary, start date, and our background check procedure and get you excited about joining aboard! 

Dive into our Great Benefits!

• Smooth Transition: Benefit from a comprehensive 2-week induction program designed to ease your transition from university to the workplace.  
• Graduate Leadership Camp: Strengthen bonds with your Graduate cohort through a fun and engaging 3-Day Leadership Camp.  
• Inclusive Work Environment: We actively seek and celebrate diversity, equity, inclusion, and individuality, and foster a safe environment where everyone can thrive and shape impactful community projects. 
• Buddy Program: Receive guidance and support from an allocated Graduate Buddy to help you establish yourself in your new role.  
• Engaging Social Events: Participate in social events, including visits to various operational sites and information sessions with senior leaders across the business. 
• Fitness Passport: Achieve your physical fitness goals using our Fitness Passport, granting you access to a multitude of gyms and pools across NSW. 

Why Join Us

At Sydney Water, your work will make a real difference in people’s lives—and your own. With diverse projects and roles, you'll find ample career growth opportunities. We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and veterans.    

As part of the application process, Sydney Water will be collecting your personal information to assess your suitability for the role. We will also use your personal information to establish a LiveHire talent profile in our Talent Community.    

We look at our Talent Community first when new opportunities come up when you apply for a role. Your personal information will be collected in accordance with LiveHire’s Terms, Privacy Policy and Sydney Water’s Privacy Collection Statement – Job Application. Please note as part of the application process, you will be asked to undergo background checks which includes a criminal history check.