Electrical Engineer Graduate - Woolloomooloo null

About Thales Group

Thales is a global technology leader with more than 77,000 employees on five continents. The Group is investing in digital and “deep tech” innovations – Big Data, artificial intelligence, connectivity, cybersecurity and quantum technology – to build a future everyone can trust. Their high-tech solutions, services and products help companies, organisations and governments to achieve their goals and ambitions.

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Your role

The Above Water Systems team provides design services for commercial and naval ships – as well as providing in-service support capabilities. They’re proud to bolster Australia’s sovereign capability through operational support to the Navy. With ongoing training programs and a team of over 500, their people have room to grow and move as they make a meaningful contribution to Australia’s Defence.

Located centrally in Woolloomooloo’s Garden Island, on Gadigal land you will enjoy seeing your work come to life on a variety of vessels.

Some daily tasks you can expect to do are: 

• Engineering analysis on naval platforms (onboard and offboard)
• The preparation of detailed designs, specifications and material requirements  
• Gain exposure to a variety of electrical engineering including power engineering and control systems

Training & development

The program focuses on developing talented graduates to help deliver tomorrow's high-tech solutions. Over the 18 months, you will engage in on-the-job training, mentoring, a graduate project and structured learning modules. There will be opportunities not only to become an expert in your discipline but also to learn from the wider Thales business, gaining valuable exposure to a wide range of Thales leading solutions.  

Compensation & benefits

As a Graduate Engineer at Thales, you will receive a wide range of benefits including:

• Competitive remuneration + Super + Profit Share
• ThalesFlex – Hybrid work environment
• Fitness Passport Discount – Access to a network of Gyms across AUS as cheap as $14.95 P/W
• Employee discounts with a number of affiliates (Travel, Car hire, Tech, Medical Insurance)
• Modernised Paid Parental Leave
• Novated Lease options
• Personal & professional training development opportunities
• Sonder – Wellbeing & Support Partner

Career progression

The organization places a strong emphasis on employee development, providing a spectrum of formal and informal learning opportunities. Valuing principles of respect and transparency, they prioritize professional growth and equal opportunities. By fostering diversity and recognizing contributions, they create an environment conducive to career progression, where employees are encouraged to take advantage of available opportunities for their advancement.

Work-life balance

Thales prioritizes work-life balance through its ThalesFlex program, offering employees flexibility in work arrangements, including location, scheduling, and role flexibility. Eligible employees benefit from Rostered Days Off to support their balance. Additionally, they support families through its membership with Parents at Work, offering resources and policies to bridge the work-home divide, alongside initiatives promoting employee wellbeing and generous parental leave options.

Company culture

Thales prioritizes Human Intelligence, aiming to provide the best experience for individuals by creating conditions for growth, work-life balance, and broadening prospects. In an inclusive environment, the company's Respect@Thales strategy formalizes a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering a safe and respectful workplace. They empower individuals to bring their authentic selves to work, promoting a culture of shared respect in all interactions.

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About you

What they value most from graduates is a willingness to learn and the confidence to offer solutions, however, the below will also come in handy:

• Recently degree qualified in Electrical Engineering
• A true desire to work in a diverse team towards a common goal
• Leadership experience demonstrated through previous employment or extra-curricular activities whilst studying university

Source

The following sources were used in researching this page:

• thalesgroup.com/en/asia-pacific/australia/careers
• careers.thalesgroup.com/global/en
• thalesgroup.com/en/why-join-thales