Hydro Tasmania’s 3-year Graduate Development Program (GDP) aims to be ‘the leading choice for graduates in renewable energy’ by ensuring that Hydro Tasmania graduates are given opportunities to develop their career aspirations and contribute to the long term growth and sustainability of the business.
The 2010 program is now closed.
The Graduate Development Program strives to achieve the stated aims, purpose and objectives, and to assist in attracting and retaining outstanding graduates by:
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creating and maintaining a nationally competitive and highly functional Graduate Program
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delivering a diverse program that is flexible in tailoring technical and personal development opportunities
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allocating a dedicated mentor to each graduate to facilitate their career development
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providing a broad range of experiences and challenges to allow the graduates to identify and develop into specialist areas
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assisting in the development of future leaders in Hydro Tasmania and the renewable energy community
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actively promoting graduate opportunities through scholarships and vocational work
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motivating our graduates to take ownership in Hydro Tasmania’s goal in fostering a sustainable future.
Our Graduate Development Program includes:
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support for the attainment of professional qualifications
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professional body membership
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Core Training Requirements, which focuses on developing the necessary interpersonal, business management and leadership skills required in a team environment
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mentoring
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developmental rotations, allowing opportunities for broad technical skill development
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regular events, such as forums, guest speakers and social networking functions
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opportunities for vacation placements.
Desirable attributes
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well developed interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to work as a member of a team
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excellent written and verbal communication skills
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sound problem solving skills
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ability to plan, organise and manage priorities
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demonstration of initiative and leadership ability.
Further information
For additional information, please contact careeropportunities@hydro.com.au
Graduate Application Process
The graduate application process consists of the following steps:
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Recruitment campaign commences in February/March
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Applications submitted to Hydro Tasmania
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Short-list of candidates selected for interview
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Selected candidates undergo a series of behavioural interviews with a panel of three Hydro Tasmania employees
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Reference checking conducted with candidate referees
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Offers made to successful candidates
Location
The majority of graduate positions are based in Hobart or Cambridge, Tasmania with the potential for opportunities interstate or overseas.