Cadet Engineer/Assistant Technical Officer

Engineering

About the Company

Davidson is partnering with a leading global engineering and infrastructure consultancy renowned for delivering complex infrastructure projects across Australia and internationally.


With a reputation for technical excellence, innovation and collaboration, our client plays a key role in the planning, design and delivery of major transport and civil infrastructure projects that improve connectivity, support growing communities and create lasting economic benefits.


As part of a high-performing Cairns-based team, this role is an exceptional opportunity for a year 12 student interested in a career in engineering to contribute to a diverse portfolio of infrastructure projects spanning transport, highways, utilities and broader civil engineering disciplines.


About the Role

As a Cadet Engineer / Assistant Technical Officer, you will work alongside multidisciplinary specialists, gaining exposure to the drafting, designing and engineering management of roads infrastructure projects from concept development through to detailed design and construction support.

This is a fabulous opportunity for someone genuinely passionate about kickstarting their career in civil design and engineering. This role will see you assisting in design and drafting, assisting with cost estimating and calculations, undertaking field visits, and studying externally to obtain an Associate Degree in Civil Engineering.

To be considered for this role you should have successfully completed year 12, or currently studying, and meet the minimum requirements to enrol into an Associate Degree in Civil Engineering.


Benefits

This is a genuine career opportunity to join a global business and kick start your career in civil engineering. Our client offers

· Exposure to major infrastructure projects across Queensland and Australia

· Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

· Strong technical development and career progression opportunities

· Access to industry-leading projects, systems and expertise

· Collaborative and supportive team culture

· Opportunity to work alongside some of Australia's leading infrastructure professionals



We are also interested in speaking with civil engineers with strong transport experience in Queensland interested in other locations including Mackay, Brisbane and Sunshine Coast.


Please apply with current resume in Microsoft Word format only (.doc or .docx). If you would like to have a confidential discussion, please contact Donna Ison on +61 0417718763, quoting reference JN -062026-43514. Want to know more about Davidson? Visit us at www.davidsonwp.com

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Work type:  Intern

Date posted:  23-Jun-2026

Location:  Cairns - Queensland

Reference:  JN -062026-43514

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