Careers

VEC is a successful, diversified business that understands the value of its employees.

Good performance, teamwork and loyalty are well rewarded.

We place a high level of importance on fostering a positive and safe work environment and take pride in being an equal opportunity employer.

 

Training

We invest in our people to encourage personal advancement within the company, with training and development needs regularly assessed.

Financial support can also be provided when employees undertake tertiary qualifications relevant to their role and potential advancement within the company.

 

Employment opportunities

A wide range of employment opportunities exists across the various divisions of the business for qualified, skilled and unskilled people. Applications and/or expressions of interest are welcome in the following areas (click to expand relevant area):

 

Application for employment

Before emailing an application please read the following sections below to understand the recruitment process. To lodge an expression of interest please email the completed application to hr@vec.com.au.


 Application for employment download, click here.

 

  • Current positions

    Thank you for your interest in a career with VEC. We currently have no positions available. Please check back later of contact our Human Resources Team.


  • Recruitment process

    Positions becoming available within the company are dealt with through the following process:

    Application

    Applicants may respond to a formal advertisement or submit an expression of interest.

    Advertised positions are open to appropriately qualified people. Applications should be submitted in writing, accompanied by a CV and include contact details of two referees.

    Where a person wishes to express interest in a position that is not currently advertised, they are invited to complete and submit a Confidential Application for Employment which will be retained on file for six months.


    Please download an Application for Employment here.


    Interview

    Applicants shortlisted for interview are asked to respond to a number of set questions by a panel of two or three managers /or senior personnel. More than one interview may be required to complete this process.


    Work History and Qualification Check

    Qualifications and references will be checked for applicants being considered for any position.


    Selection

    Successful candidates will be advised of our intent to engage, subject to satisfactory screening.


    Screening

    National Police Check
    Successful candidates are required to participate in a national police check undertaken by an authorised organisation.

    Medical Assessment
    Successful candidates must satisfactorily complete a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing) undertaken by a VEC-approved pre-employment health assessment provider or medical practitioner.

    There are no exceptions to these requirements.


    Appointment

    Subject to meeting all the above criteria, successful applicants will be provided with a Letter of Offer and/or Terms and Conditions of Employment. A minimum three month probationary period applies to all appointments.


  • Work Experience

    VEC provides opportunities for work experience for high school and tertiary students throughout our operations.


    The experience provides students with the opportunity to develop personally and professionally in a diverse work environment. Areas include project management, engineering, office administration, carpentry, boilermaker/welding and general labouring.


    Expressions of interest for short-term placements are welcome from students interested in an area relevant to the company's civil engineering business.


    Email hr@vec.com.au to lodge an expression of interest.

  • Employment opportunities

    A wide range of employment opportunities exist for qualified, skilled and unskilled people across the various divisions of our business. Applications or expressions of interest are welcome in the following areas:

    Corporate

    - Finance and Administration
    - Human Resources
    - Occupational Health and Safety
    - Information Technology
    - Business Development and Marketings


    Bridge and structures

    - Project Managers
    - Engineers
    - Site Supervisors and Forepersons
    - Qualified Carpentry Tradespersons
    - Apprentice Carpenters
    - Plant and Machinery Operators
    - Concrete Finishers
    - Steel Fixers
    - Skilled and Unskilled Labourers


    Civil infrastructure

    - Project Managers
    - Engineers
    - Site Supervisors and Forepersons
    - Plant and Machinery Operators
    - Traffic Controllers
    - Skilled and Unskilled Labourers


    Rail

    - Rail Project Managers
    - railEngineers
    - Site Supervisors and Forepersons
    - Plant and Machinery Operators
    - Rail/Track Protection Officers
    - Rail Welders
    - Re-Railing Labourers
    - Re-Sleepering Labourers
    - Skilled and Unskilled Labourers


    Steel

    - Supervisors
    - Qualified Boilermaker Welders
    - Special Class Tradespersons
    - Certified Welders
    - Apprentice Boilermaker Welders
    - Skilled and Unskilled Labourers


    Water infrastructure

    - Project Managers
    - Engineers
    - Site Supervisors and Forepersons
    - Plant and Machinery Operators
    - Skilled and Unskilled Labourers


    To register your interest in any potential positions, complete an Application for Employment including a current resume and copies of relevant certificates and licences and send to:

    VEC Civil Engineering
    Attn: The Human Resources Administrator
    PO Box 812
    ULVERSTONE TAS 7315

    or email to hr@vec.com.au
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