As an awarded ‘Employer of Choice’ Buildcorp invests in our people with development and career opportunities. Buildcorp’s Cadet Program aims to create a pipeline of early-entry talent that aligns with our collaborative culture, our passion for continuous improvement and our drive for quality and safety.
A Buildcorp Cadet is part of the project team, receiving strong direction and exposure to a range of diverse projects. Throughout the 2-year Cadet Program, you will be supported by subject matter experts, a designated mentor, a learning passport with core disciplines defined, learning and development programs and various social and networking events. All to set you up for success in the industry.
Job Description
Life at Buildcorp:
As an awarded ‘Employer of Choice’ for the past 5 years in a row, our family culture and workplace benefits are something we are proud of, and why we are named as one of Australia’s best-managed companies.
Our strong, reliable leaders at Buildcorp offer support and growth within this immersive program and hold a genuine interest in equipping you with the right tools and skills, allowing you to develop, progress and thrive at Buildcorp!
What is the Buildcorp Cadet Program?
The 2-year program includes completing core disciplines and achieving defined learning outcomes within various teams and areas of the business unit in the streams of Engineering, design, on-site contracts administration, estimating & site supervision.
Cadet Program benefits
Our Program offers a range of benefits, starting with:
One paid day of study leave each week
Paid exam and pre-exam study time
Professional and technical development activities throughout the year
Networking days with subject matter experts both internally & externally
Early Entry Talent Cohort knowledge sharing opportunities
Formal mentoring opportunity
Promotion opportunities at the completion of the program
Desired Skills and Experience
To be eligible for the Program:
Students in their second last or last year of a construction, engineering, quantity surveying, building design, trade or building-related qualification
At the time of application candidates, hold Australian/ New Zealand Citizenship or Permanent Residency
Credit Grade Average
Be able to commence a 4-day working week (1 day Study) in February 2026
Apply for the Cadet Program
Please register your Expression of Interest for our cadet program. The formal recruitment process will begin in September 2026, with our successful cadets commencing at Buildcorp in February 2026. The recruitment process includes phone screening and a recruitment assessment centre selection day.
Buildcorp welcomes and encourage applications from all experienced people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity & cultural background.
