Kickstart Your Career in Engineering Drafting!

Ready to turn your interest in design and engineering into a career?

Whether you’re finishing Year 12, recently left school or studying Civil Drafting at TAFE, this is your opportunity to get started in the engineering industry.

STP Consultants is looking for an enthusiastic Junior Civil Draftsperson to join our growing Brisbane team. You’ll work alongside experienced civil engineers and drafters, gain hands-on experience and learn how the drawings you create become part of real projects across Queensland.

You don’t need years of experience. We’re looking for someone with the right attitude, curiosity and willingness to learn.

Why you’ll love working here

Start building your career

Get hands-on experience from day one and develop practical civil drafting skills while learning from experienced engineers and drafters.

Work on real projects

Go beyond the classroom and see how civil engineering projects come together. You’ll contribute to drawings and documentation used throughout projects from concept and design through to delivery.

Learn from experienced people

Ask questions, share ideas and learn from people who genuinely want to help you develop. You’ll receive guidance and mentoring as your skills and confidence grow.

Be part of a great team

Join a close-knit, collaborative team where people support each other, work together and enjoy what they do.

Work in Fortitude Valley

Our Brisbane office is in the heart of Fortitude Valley, close to public transport, cafés, restaurants and everything the city has to offer.

The Opportunity 

As you develop your skills, you’ll have the opportunity to:

• Assist with preparing civil drawings, plans and project documentation.
• Work with engineers and experienced drafters to produce clear, accurate and high-quality drawings.
• Learn industry standards, guidelines and best-practice drafting processes.
• Develop your understanding of how civil engineering projects are designed and delivered.
• Participate in project discussions and meetings to build your understanding of project requirements.
• Carry out basic drawing and documentation checks with guidance from experienced team members.
• Take on more responsibility as your skills and confidence develop.

About you:

You could be a great fit if you are:

• A Year 12 student, recent school leaver or currently studying Civil Drafting at TAFE.
• Genuinely interested in civil drafting, design and engineering.
• Curious and keen to learn new skills.
• Detail-oriented and take pride in producing accurate work.
• A good communicator who is comfortable asking questions and taking feedback.
• Reliable, organized and willing to have a go at new challenges.
• Someone who enjoys working with others and being part of a team.
• An Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident.

Most importantly, bring your enthusiasm and willingness to learn. We’ll help you turn it into a career.

What’s in it for you?

• Career development: Build your skills through hands-on experience, mentoring and ongoing professional development.
• Flexibility: Enjoy a 9-day fortnight, flexible working hours and the option to purchase additional leave.
• Competitive remuneration: A package that reflects your experience and contribution.
• Recognition and rewards: Employee referral rewards and recognition programs.
• Great culture: Work with supportive people in a friendly, collaborative environment, with regular team and social events.
• Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program.
• Long-term opportunity: Build your career with an established, Australian-owned engineering consultancy.

About STP Consultants 

For more than 20 years, STP Consultants has been helping shape communities across Queensland. We’re a privately owned, multidisciplinary engineering consultancy, bringing together expertise across Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Hydraulic, Fire and Seismic engineering.

Our teams work on a diverse range of projects across Queensland, giving you the opportunity to learn from experienced professionals and see the many different paths an engineering career can take.

Our values of Potential, Respect, Integrity, Deliver and Engage shape the way we work with our clients and with each other.

We’re proud of our approachable leaders, supportive team environment and commitment to developing people and delivering quality engineering outcomes.

Ready to get started? 

If you’re looking for more than just a first job and want to build a career in engineering, we’d love to hear from you.

Click Apply and send us your Resume and Cover Letter.

In your cover letter, tell us:

1. Why you’re interested in starting a career in civil drafting.  2. What interests you about joining STP Consultants.

STP Consultants is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds.