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Are you a trailblazer, changemaker and adventurer wanting to be a part of an exciting journey where your career can move to new heights? Our GROW Graduate Program could be the perfect opportunity for you to start your career with one of the world's leading logistics companies and leaders in global supply chain solutions, DP World.

Here at DP World, we think ahead, anticipate change and deploy industry-leading digital technology to further broaden our vision to disrupt world trade and create the smartest, most efficient and innovative solutions while ensuring a positive and sustainable impact on economies, societies and our planet.

As a growing business, now is the time to join and be a part of the exciting transformation we are driving from operating as a traditional ports and terminal business into an end-to-end supply chain solutions provider. With over 100,000 staff across 60 different countries, we have many exciting opportunities waiting for you.

Our GROW Graduate Program kick starts your career with a reputable global organisation. You'll receive both formal learning and the chance to work cross functionally in your rotations. Regardless of your speciality, you will pick up new skills and knowledge that will help unlock your potential.

Scope of role:

Working in our Operations and Logistics team, you will be deployed on real life projects from day one, allowing you to make a real impact on your rotations. You will gain experience within our Ports & Terminals and Logistics businesses which could include developing asset reliability and efficiency programs and major infrastructure and asset expansion programs.

You will work on different rotations across the course of your program, which may consist of:

• An overview of Operations Foundations of the Brisbane Ports & Terminals operation. You will gain exposure to various operations leadership personnel (ie. vessel operations/landside operations) as well as shift supervisory tasks. Sections dedicated to the engineering department to gain an understanding of the role they play in the business unit and the relationship between operations and engineering.
• Focus on Logistics Foundations, gaining exposure and knowledge to the sales and transactional side of the business.

Graduates will work across a range of Projects throughout the course of the program. Some may include:

• Landside improvement (double stacking trailer and A triple terminal interface)
• TOS and how we optimise for improved performance, operations improvement initiatives, and safety initiatives (ie. assist roll out of traffic management plan).

Who are you:

DP World are looking for graduates who are passionate about Operations and Logistics and are looking to embed themselves in a thriving organisation. You will spend 2 years immersing yourself in a program that develops your skillset, and knowledge and provides you an opportunity to build your career in one of the leading Logistics companies in the world. Ideally, you will have a degree in one of the following specialities:

• Supply Chain
• Logistics
• Economics or International Trade
• Studied at the Australian Maritime College

To be successful you will display a great curiosity to learn and have a passion for the supply chain space. You may be a very analytical person who is interested in pursuing a more strategic commercial career. Alternatively, you may thrive off being client facing and interested in the sales side of operations. With different professional pathways available, you will essentially be someone who is dedicated to exploring all areas of the operations and logistics side of the business and discovering the opportunities that wait for you in your future career. 

Additionally, you will display the following characteristics:

• Strong communicator
• Committed to making a difference
• Quality driven
• Team Player
• Commercial Thinker
• Desire to learn and grasp opportunities

What's on offer:

• Competitive salary
• 24-month program
• Minimum 2 rotations
• Structured learning and development sessions throughout your program
• Access to a range of online learning tools
• Networking opportunities with graduates from the global teams and with senior leaders across the company
• Support Structure including Line Manager, Buddy, Mentor, Graduate Program Manager and Senior Leadership Team

Locations:

Our Graduates work onsite alongside their teams. This will give you the very best opportunity to learn from your peers and teammates and really help with a sense of belonging. The location of these positions is outlined below:

• DP World Sydney Terminal (PBT - Port Botany Terminal) - 42 Friendship Rd, Port Botany NSW 2036
• DP World Sydney Head Office (AHO - Australian Head Office) - Level 40, 25 Martin Place, Sydney NSW 2000

What to do next:

To be eligible for our Graduate Program you'll need:

• To have completed your studies (within the last two years i.e. 2021, 2022, 2023) and ready to start full-time by February 2024
• Have the Right to Work - be a permanent resident or Australian or New Zealand citizen at the point of application

Our application process consists of 4 stages:

• Click apply and submit your application online. Please note that the closing date for applications are Sunday 10th September, 23:59 AEST.
• Online Assessment
• Video Interview
• Final Stage Interviews week commencing the 23rd of October 2023

We look forward to receiving your application and bringing you into the transforming world of logistics here at DP World.

DP World is committed to building a culture where differences are celebrated, new perspectives are welcomed, and everyone feels that they belong. We know that no matter, where someone is from, how they look or who they worship, we all have something to bring to the table. We want to ensure that every person is given the opportunity to do just that.