Department of Transport and Planning
2023 STEM Grad Program - Data & Computer / IT Engineers (Jan 2023)
Victoria, Across Metro Melbourne & Regional Victoria
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Opportunity details
- Graduate Job or Program
- AUD 72,751 - 80,545 / Year
- incremental payrises yearly in alignment with our EBA
- 18-25 vacancies
- Apply by 20 Sep 2022
- Start date 22 Jan 2023
The Department of Transport (DoT) brings together all transport modes to design, plan, build & operate Victoria's transport system. Our job is to further integrate the transport network & improve the delivery of services to Victorians for simpler, quicker, & safer journeys that connect people & places & support Victoria's prosperity & liveability. We're focused on outcomes that deliver more choice, connections, & confidence in our travel, ensuring the whole transport network works as one to deliver better services & outcomes. The department is committed to building a culture where we say 'yes' to flexible work arrangements, & support ways of working that help employees balance work &life. The department provides workplace adjustments for applicants with disabilities.
DoT STEM Graduate Program
Our STEM Graduate Program is a 3-year development program consisting of six 6-month rotations across your discipline. The first 2 years as a graduate you will receive tailored learning and development, mentoring & exposure days across the Victorian transport network; the 3rd year will be about accreditation. Graduates generally undergo a regional rotation to gain valuable hands-on experience in a booming area of our business.
- VPS 3 salary ($72,751 – $80,545) – level dependent on qualification
- Professional development focusing on business, technical and leadership skills
- Regional (or metro for regional grads) based rotation – Relocation and living allowance provided
- Structured senior executive mentorship
Through this Program, you can:
- Kick start a fruitful career within the transport industry
- Connect with other emerging young professionals through the Transport Portfolio & State Government staff networks
- Access professional development & mentoring opportunities at all stages of their careers
We're recruiting for the following roles:
- STEM Graduate – IT Engineer
- STEM Graduate - Data Scientist
- STEM Graduate – Advanced Analytics Officer
- STEM Graduate – Information and Data Analyst
- STEM Graduate – Information and Business Analyst
- STEM Graduate - Automation Tester
We're looking for people who have:
- Completed an undergraduate or postgraduate studies in a Data, Technology, or Engineering based discipline prior to commencement of the program & within the past 3 years.
- Keen attitude and willingness to learn and participate in professional development opportunities
- Ability to learn and solve problems whilst acquiring knowledge & understanding critical business processes
- Commitment to ensuring a safe working environment, workplace, & community
- Ability to work & collaborate within a team environment
- Customer focused with an enthusiastic and proactive approach to serving the community
- You need full unrestricted working rights for the full 3 years that you will be part of the program.
DoT is committed to inclusive & authentic recruitment with our first nations people, women & gender diverse people, the LGBTIQ+ community, those from a culturally & linguistically diverse background, & people living with disabilities.
Please submit a copy of your most up to date resume and respond to our key selection criteria questions. Please note a cover letter is not required. Applications close 20 Sept 2022
Hiring criteria
- No experience required
- Australian Work Visa (All Other) +more
- IT & Computer Science +more
- Bachelor or higher
Reviews
In R1 (ESC, Enforcement), I felt like I was given the correct level of day-to-day responsibility for a grad, while also being provided with periodic optional opportunities to do higher VPS grade tasks. I really liked this, as it allowed me to learn how the commission worked at a manageable pace, but also pushed me outside my comfort zone every so often. This helped me build my confidence when I successful achieved more advanced goals. In this role I did a lot of evidence gathering and analysis, assisted with writing and reviewing briefs, and got an opportunity to present a brief to commissioners. In R2 (VSBA, Priorities and Quality Assurance), the types of tasks I completed included responding to minister's office requests and correspondence, coordinating cabinet submission comments, and keeping the meeting brief tracker up to date. This role is great for a grad as you get to do the same type of work as the rest of your teammates (although aren't usually managing as many tasks at a time), which means you interact with your colleagues very regularly and on a more even playing field (compared to the other roles I've been in). I felt less like a 'grad' and more like a regular team member which was a nice change. So far in R3 (DEECA, Office of the ED for P&C) I've been working on a project to update all the 'Quick Reference Guides' available to DEECA staff to assist them to complete HR self-service functions like submitting timesheets or submitting leave requests. This project will also involve compiling all this information into an intranet page, which will make the guides easily accessible to DEECA staff. I've also been assisting with updating Learning and Development documents and resources, and the coordination the November DEECA staff Orientation. Further, I've had the chance to sit on weekly meetings regarding the procurement of a new system.
I always try to learn and gain new ideas and knowledge in my role.
Currently I am working on the Zero Emission Buses due to roll out in 2025. The whole bus fleet would transition to electric
About the employer
Department of Transport and Planning
4.2
1,000 - 50,000 employees
Government & Public Service
VicRoads and Public Transport Victoria recently came together with the Department of Transport to create an integrated transport department.
Pros and cons of working at Department of Transport and Planning
Pros
Getting to go on site visits and help deliver infrastructure which will positively benefit the community.
Employment pathways team is the best with supporting their grads/interns/trainees!
I like that my work gives back to the community and I like that I feel my work has a positive impact.
Flexible work schedule, multiple different rotations in different roles, site tours with other graduates.
There's great support in the grad program to pursue training opportunities aligned with interests and career aspirations
Cons
The team is very small so we can get a little bit overwhelmed at times.
Red tape
The frequent changes to structure. Machinery of Governments and Restructures.
Working for such a large organisation, it is difficult to navigate especially when you are in a new team.
Some days can be very unpredictable as last minute requests come through. It can be too quiet one day and overly busy the next.