Cement Australia

Build a career that matters - with Cement Australia

You’re driven. You’re ambitious. You want your first job out of university to mean something.

At Cement Australia, we don’t just produce cement – we lay the foundations for a more sustainable future. Our two-year Graduate Program is designed for those who want more than just a desk job. You’ll roll up your sleeves and gain hands-on experience across real projects and operations that help shape the infrastructure of tomorrow.

From day one, you'll be a valued team member, contributing ideas, learning from industry experts, and building a solid foundation for a career that’s not only successful but also sustainable.

Why Choose Our Graduate Program?

• Real Projects, Real Impact – Our grads love the “real” work they do. You may get involved in sustainability-focused initiatives like decarbonisation, alternative fuels, and resource recovery or operational projects related to equipment performance or safety.
• Diverse Experience Across Sites – Experience two integrated cement plants, including the largest in Australia. You’ll start in Railton (TAS) and head to Gladstone (QLD) for year two.
• Structured Learning & Mentorship – Accelerate your professional development through a mix of on-the-job experience, formal training, and one-on-one mentoring.
• Work That Moves You – From manufacturing to logistics, see the full cycle of how we deliver essential products to the country.
• A National Network – Join a close-knit cohort of graduates from across Australia and build strong industry connections from the get-go.
• Competitive Salary & Perks – Competitive salary + relocation assistance + novated leasing options, employee discounts, EAP access, and more.

As a Graduate Mechanical Engineer

As a Graduate Mechanical Engineer, you’ll start your career in our Operations division in Railton, Tasmania, where you’ll gain hands-on experience and have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact from day one. You’ll work alongside experienced professionals to:

• Support day-to-day maintenance operations and tackle real engineering challenges
• Investigate problems through root cause analysis and apply practical solutions
• Monitor equipment performance and identify areas for improvement
• Use data to inform decision-making and drive reliability across the plant
• Contribute to planning and delivering maintenance activities, shutdowns, and capital projects
• Get involved in reliability and asset improvement projects that will shape the future of our operations
• Build your leadership skills with opportunities to supervise small teams

This role gives you the opportunity to learn the full asset and maintenance lifecycle in a fast-paced, supportive environment, setting you up for a long-term career in heavy industry

Hint: We want to know the real you. If you copy and paste an answer to our questions straight from an AI tool, you're not going to stand out. Take an extra few minutes to make sure your answers reflect you. We don't use AI to screen your application and pride ourselves on the personal engagement in our hiring process. We would love for you to do the same.

Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for curious, driven grads who want to hit the ground running in 2026. You’ll thrive here if you are:

• Completing (or have recently completed) a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering
• Enjoy working as part of a team and building strong working relationships
• Love solving complex problems and making sense of data
• Resilient, proactive, and ready to step outside your comfort zone
• Keen to grow, learn and take on new challenges
• Open to relocating for each rotation (we’ll support you every step of the way) – sites include Gladstone, QLD and Railton, TAS

The Application Process

1. Apply Online – Applications close 4th of August 
2. Phone Interview – Quick chat with our friendly team.
3. Live Video Interview – No robots, no recordings – just real people.
4. Panel Chat with Leaders – Meet our team and learn more about your potential future.
5. Assessment Centre – We’ll fly you to Brisbane to take part in our in-person assessment day
6. Pre-employment Checks & Offer - This includes medical, background checks and references.
7. You’re In! – Time to build your career. If needed, we’ll help you relocate to your first rotation.

About Cement Australia

We’ve been part of Australia’s construction story for over 130 years. As the country’s leading supplier of cementitious materials, our operations span everything from limestone mines and bulk haulage fleets to decarbonisation initiatives and alternative fuels through our Geocycle division.

We’re passionate about building a better future, not just with our products, but through our people. If you want to be part of a team that values safety, sustainability and continuous improvement, we want to hear from you.