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ABOUT US
At Winslow, it's more than just a job. We are a family that believes in and supports you as a person.
Picture yourself as a valued member of the team, surrounded by people who challenge you to be your best self, want to see you succeed, and inspire you to be extraordinary.
A place where onsite learning is fostered towards achieving your career goals and where people behave with integrity and treat others as they would like to be treated.
Winslow started as one person's passion and desire to be the best. Today that same pursuit of personal growth drives Winslowers.
We excel at identifying and nurturing future leaders through our inclusive culture where every employee can perform to their full potential.
You are an important part of a skilled and trusted industry-best team that continues to safely build outstanding infrastructure and sustainable communities by thinking differently.
Get Your Boots Dirty. Build Something Real.
Most graduate programs put you behind a desk. This one puts you in the field.
As a new Undergraduate/Graduate at Winslow Constructors, you’ll physically build the infrastructure that creates new communities — cutting roads through raw land, shaping earthworks, laying drainage, constructing retaining walls, building stormwater systems and delivering finished estates that families will call home.
Winslow Constructors is the founding business unit of the Winslow Group and has been delivering residential civil construction projects since 1985 across multiple Australian states.
Why Lived Experience Changes Everything
“The Winslow Way is to learn by doing.”
Hands-on site experience is central to building strong project management capability. By working directly on active projects, you’ll gain practical knowledge that cannot be learned through theory alone.
Residential projects provide exposure to the full construction lifecycle within a shorter timeframe, allowing you to build experience quickly across multiple phases of delivery.
Your Accelerated Pathway: Engineer to Project Manager
Winslow’s 3-phase development program supports progression from learning to leadership:
PHASE 1 – Build Your Foundation Develop core site knowledge and understand construction processes.
PHASE 2 – Broaden &amp; Deepen Take on increased responsibility across projects and contribute to coordination and cost tracking.
PHASE 3 – Step Into Leadership Lead site activities and transition towards project management responsibilities.
What You’ll Actually Do on Site
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<li>Work alongside operators and construction teams during site activities</li>
<li>Assist with setting out, surveying and verifying construction works</li>
<li>Coordinate drainage, services and structural installations</li>
<li>Manage inspection and testing documentation</li>
<li>Track production and material usage</li>
<li>Engage with subcontractors and stakeholders</li>
<li>Participate in safety and environmental management processes</li>
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Why Start Your Career in Construction with Winslow?
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<li>Exposure to the full project lifecycle</li>
<li>Hands-on experience with in-house teams and equipment</li>
<li>Accelerated pathway to project management</li>
<li>Stable and established organisation</li>
<li>Opportunity to contribute to community-building projects</li>
<li>Local and regional work opportunities across multiple states</li>
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The Winslow Way
Winslow’s culture is built on FACES — Family, Accountability, Commitment, Empowerment, Safety.
Support programs include:
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<li>Women of Winslow</li>
<li>“Big Blue” mental health initiative</li>
<li>“Chat and Check-In” wellbeing program</li>
<li>Winslow Learning professional development</li>
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Who Should Apply
Students and recent graduates from:
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<li>Civil Engineering</li>
<li>Construction Management</li>
<li>Project Management</li>
</ul>
This Role Is for You If…
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<li>You prefer hands-on, site-based work</li>
<li>You want to understand how infrastructure is built</li>
<li>You are interested in project management pathways</li>
<li>You are motivated to learn and develop practical skills</li>
<li>You want to contribute to real-world projects</li>
</ul>
What’s In It for You
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<li>Structured graduate program with career progression</li>
<li>Hands-on experience from day one</li>
<li>Exposure to full construction lifecycle</li>
<li>Mentorship from experienced professionals</li>
<li>Access to professional development programs</li>
<li>Strong safety culture</li>
<li>Opportunities across multiple Australian regions</li>
<li>Stability within a long-established organisation.</li>
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THE WINSLOW WAY…
Each person at Winslow is empowered to make good decisions to look after each other as family, be accountable to each other, and always operate safely. We are dedicated and passionate about doing our best and committed to doing it once and doing it right. This is seen every day on the projects and in the offices - it's what makes us so different from everyone else - It's the Winslow Way.
 
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Civil Engineer - Scheduling &amp; Cost Estimation
Workforce Extensions Ballarat is partnering with Plastek Industries to recruit an experienced Civil Engineer to join their growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to combine your engineering expertise with scheduling, cost estimation and project planning, supporting the delivery of major civil and infrastructure projects across Victoria and beyond.
About Plastek
Plastek Industries is a well established Australian manufacturer supplying precast concrete, underground infrastructure and plastic products to the civil, plumbing and construction sectors. With over 50 years of industry experience, Plastek supports a wide range of infrastructure, civil and trade applications across Victoria and beyond. This is a hands on manufacturing environment supporting major civil and infrastructure projects, where quality, innovation and practical engineering solutions are at the heart of everything they do.
About the Role
Working closely with design, production, sales and project teams, you will play a key role in reviewing project requirements, preparing accurate cost estimates, developing production schedules and providing engineering input throughout the project lifecycle.
This role offers a genuine mix of technical engineering and commercial responsibility, allowing you to influence project outcomes from the tender stage through to manufacture and delivery. You'll work collaboratively across multiple departments to ensure engineering solutions are practical, cost effective and aligned with customer requirements, while helping optimise production planning and project delivery.
As Plastek continues to invest in smarter systems and technology, we're looking for someone who is comfortable leveraging modern digital tools, including AI, advanced Excel capabilities and ERP systems, to improve estimating accuracy, planning efficiency and business performance.
Key Responsibilities
<ul><li>Review engineering drawings, specifications and project documentation. * Prepare detailed cost estimates for precast concrete and underground infrastructure products. * Support tender submissions, pricing strategies and project feasibility assessments. * Develop and maintain production schedules aligned with manufacturing capacity and customer delivery requirements. * Coordinate production sequencing and logistics planning. * Utilise ERP systems, advanced Excel and emerging AI tools to improve estimating, reporting and workflow efficiency. * Provide engineering input to ensure products are practical, efficient and buildable. * Liaise with customers and internal stakeholders to clarify project scope and technical requirements. * Monitor estimating and scheduling performance, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.</li></ul>
What We Are Looking For
<ul><li>Degree qualified Civil Engineer or equivalent. * Previous experience within civil construction, infrastructure or precast concrete. * Strong estimating and project scheduling capability. * High level proficiency using ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel. * An interest in applying AI and digital technologies to improve engineering and business processes. * Ability to confidently interpret engineering drawings and specifications. * High level analytical, problem solving and communication skills. * Ability to build strong working relationships across engineering, production and commercial teams.</li></ul>
Experience within the precast concrete industry will be highly regarded, as will exposure to underground infrastructure products and estimating or scheduling software. However, we also encourage applications from experienced engineers with transferable skills who are looking to bring fresh ideas and a modern, technology focused approach to the role.
Why Apply
<ul><li>Secure long term opportunity with an established Australian manufacturer. * Exposure to a diverse range of civil and infrastructure projects. * Opportunity to influence engineering, estimating and production outcomes. * Work with a business embracing technology, innovation and smarter ways of working. * Supportive and collaborative team environment. * Long term career development within a growing regional business. * Enjoy the lifestyle benefits of living and working in Ballarat, with affordable housing, excellent amenities and an outstanding work life balance.</li></ul>
Apply Now
If you're looking for an engineering role that combines technical expertise with commercial decision making while embracing modern technology and working on major infrastructure projects, we'd love to hear from you.
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Civil Engineer - Scheduling &amp; Cost Estimation
Workforce Extensions Ballarat is partnering with Plastek Industries to recruit an experienced Civil Engineer to join their growing team.

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