We’re GHD.
We don’t do hair. But we do straighten out some of the world’s biggest challenges.
We’re engineers, scientists, designers, architects, planners, advisors, innovators and change makers, committed to making energy, water and communities sustainable for generations to come.
Since 1928, we’ve been wholly owned by our employees. Today, we are 11,000 diverse and skilled individuals working in over 160 offices across five continents — Asia, Australia, Europe, North and South America, and the Pacific region.
Who could you be at GHD?
Our two-year Graduate Development Program is designed to give you a smooth start to your consulting career. Alongside your peers, managers and mentors, we’ll help you detangle any challenges along the way.
We're looking for graduates or soon-to-be graduates with post-graduate studies (e.g. Graduate Diploma, Honours, Masters or PhD) in Archaeology, Anthropology or Cultural Heritage Management (or similar disciplines) to join our Heritage Consulting team in Melbourne, to join our Graduate Program, commencing February 2027 .
- You'll assist in providing heritage advice and supporting heritage approvals processes for a diverse range of projects.
- Investigate and report on a wide range of heritage matters, including statutory approvals through fieldwork and reporting.
- Assist the team in building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, and consultation with Traditional Owners, internal specialists, sub-contractors, government departments and agencies, local councils and research bodies.
- Along the way, you’ll get a broad look at the many career pathways available at GHD—because no future should come with split ends!
- In your first year, we’ll focus on the fundamentals of consulting to help you find your rhythm in the industry.
By year two, you’ll have the flexibility to style your development, whether that’s diving deeper into your technical development or soaking up wisdom from your mentors.
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A frizz-free application process:
We want your journey to be as smooth as possible, so here’s everything you need to help you prep like a pro:
- Your CV: This gives us a snapshot of what you’ve studied and your experiences, both paid and unpaid.
- A cover letter: Think of this as your chance to show us where you’d love to grow within GHD, while letting your communication skills shine.
- Your transcript: This helps us understand what you’ve been learning, from your core subjects to the electives that sparked your curiosity.
Your journey to joining GHD:
Here’s what to expect, step by step:
Offer: Congratulations! We’ll talk through all the finer details, like salary, your start date, our onboarding process and what to expect before your first day.
We’re committed to being as inclusive as possible and giving everyone an equitable chance of getting through our application process. If you identify as someone who is neurodiverse or have a disability and need adjustments to any part of the process, let us know in your application form—we’re here to help.
Start dates and opportunities
Most of our full-time roles kick off in February 2027, though there might also be casual work opportunities throughout your final year of study to give you a head start.
Ready to shine?
If you’ve got your documents polished and prepped, the application should only take 10-15 minutes. Apply now and take the first step toward an exciting career in consulting.
GHD: The Power of Commitment
At GHD, we don’t just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day.
Community impact is important to us, influencing how we work, our projects and how we give back. Our GHD in the Community program partners with not-for-profit organisations so that we can work on pro-bono projects, as well as volunteering and fundraising for philanthropic and humanitarian causes. As a business, we also channel some of our profits into the GHD Foundation , a registered charity that addresses disadvantage and inequality in children accessing STEAM education in the countries where we live and work.
Within GHD, our employee groups and networks help us foster community, find our tribe, and celebrate what makes us unique. These groups play a big part in our global diversity, equity and inclusion strategy, creating spaces for meaningful and safe conversations, connecting with likeminded individuals, and creating a voice to leadership.
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