" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eGraduate Sustainability Consultant\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"21870\"\u003e Melbourne \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"21871\"\u003e Permanent / Full Time \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"25240\"\u003e Graduate \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"25241\"\u003e Sustainability Engineering \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 20/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eImmediate Start (ASAP)\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork on real projects from the beginning\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn directly from experienced sustainability consultants and business owners\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e We\u0027re looking for a motivated graduate with some practical experience in building sustainability, energy modelling or environmental design who is ready to develop their technical skills while taking ownership of real project deliverables!\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhy Northrop\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e At Northrop, you\u0026rsquo;ll contribute to real-world projects from day one, work alongside experienced consultants, and be trusted with responsibility early in your career. You\u0026rsquo;ll join a team that is genuinely passionate about sustainable design, regenerative practices, and building a climate-resilient future. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe\u0026rsquo;re an employee-owned engineering and sustainability consultancy with over 500 people across NSW, ACT, QLD, and VIC. Because we are employee-owned, our leaders are accessible, decisions are made locally by people who understand the work, and good ideas can come from anywhere. \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe\u0026rsquo;ve been recognised by Prosple as one of Australia\u0026rsquo;s Top 100 Graduate Employers, earning workplace awards across overall satisfaction, employee engagement, training, green initiatives, and social responsibility.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat We Provide\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eA dedicated mentor and buddy, plus a strong graduate network\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMonthly career conversations and structured professional development\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eInternal and external training, with financial support towards professional accreditations\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExposure to different projects, sectors (health, education, commercial, industrial, residential, and precincts), and disciplines \u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIndustry-benchmarked salary with annual reviews \u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGenuine flexibility, including hybrid working and flexible hours \u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePaid parental leave and wellbeing support \u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA supportive culture with regular social activities and company events\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e There isn\u0027t one Northrop career path. We\u0027ll give you the experience, support, and opportunities to build one that works for you.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You\u0027ll Own\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Support Northrop\u0026rsquo;s Climate Action goals! As part of our Integrated Buildings division, you will:\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePerform energy, carbon, daylight, thermal comfort, water balance, and life cycle assessment (LCA) modelling across diverse building projects.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUtilise 3D modelling, simulation, and rating software\u0026mdash;such as DesignBuilder, NatHERS tools, eTool, and Excel-based analytical tools\u0026mdash;to test, verify, and improve building performance.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupport project submissions for key benchmarks including Green Star, NABERS, NatHERS, BASIX\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRead and interpret architectural and engineering drawings to identify opportunities for optimized sustainable performance and prepare certification documentation.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eResearch best-practice regenerative strategies for buildings, precincts, and infrastructure.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork closely with external project managers and architects, as well as Northrop\u0026rsquo;s internal Building Services (Mechanical, Electrical, Hydraulic), Civil, and Structural teams. \u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat You Bring\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e We are seeking curious, collaborative, and analytical graduates who light up when talking about sustainable design and making the built environment better for people and the planet. You thrive in a vibrant office environment, valuing the rapid learning, mentorship, and everyday connection that comes from collaborating face-to-face with experienced team members.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e Ideal Qualifications \u0026amp; Skills:\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eEducational Background: Degree in Sustainability Studies, Sustainable Building/Design, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or Renewable Energy. (Studies focusing directly on Sustainability and the built environment are strongly preferred).\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTechnical \u0026amp; Modelling Aptitude: You enjoy technical modelling, possess strong software skills, or have direct exposure to tools such as DesignBuilder, NatHERS software, eTool, or similar 3D/energy simulation software.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eConsulting Mindset: Prior exposure or a strong interest in the consulting side of engineering\u0026mdash;working fast-paced, communicating clearly with clients, and collaborating across disciplines.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIndustry Framework Familiarity: Exposure to regulatory frameworks, compliance requirements, and rating tools (NCC, Green Star, NABERS, NatHERS, BASIX, Passivhaus, etc.).\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork Ethic \u0026amp; Values: Strong communication skills, curiosity to challenge convention, a collaborative mindset, and readiness to work from our CBD office.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWho Can Apply?\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eYou have completed your university degree in Australia and are ready for an immediate (ASAP) start.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork Rights: Applicants must hold Full Working Rights in Australia (Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident, or New Zealand Citizen). \u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cspan\u003eWe strongly encourage applications from women and underrepresented groups in engineering and sustainability. We are committed to building a diverse team where everyone can thrive.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eNext Steps\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e If you\u0026rsquo;re ready to kickstart your sustainability consulting career with real impact, we\u0026rsquo;d love to hear from you! Please hit apply now and submit:\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eYour CV\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eYour most recent Academic Transcript\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA Cover Letter answering: \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003eWhy would you like to start your sustainability career with Northrop?\u003cbr\u003eWhat technical and personal strengths would you bring to this role?\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003eWhat would you most like to learn or develop in your first few years as a Sustainability Consultant?\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ol\u003e \u003cspan\u003eTo find out more about working at Northrop, visit our Careers Page (northrop.com.au/careers). \u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003eNorthrop is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of all genders, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"931854\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "