The Graduate Program was created by the current General Manager, Shawn Brosnan, to ensure the constant employment and training of potential Building Surveyors, by focusing on the younger generation.

Formiga1's Graduate Program offers an avenue to train future Building Surveyors, providing graduates with the opportunity to learn 'on the job' from an experienced and dynamic team of professionals. This initiative not only offers a positive exposure of Formiga1 to the industry, but also allows the company to benefit from exposure to new ideas and input from the next generation. As part of this program, graduates gain valuable career experience, completing a minimum of two years of work experience with a Professional Building Surveyor, potentially leading to future employment opportunities with Formiga1 or other companies.

Through our program, graduates will acquire a comprehensive understanding of certification and associated laws, along with practical training opportunities in the application of legislation and building construction practices. We ensure that graduates receive the necessary minimum two years of practical experience to obtain accreditation as a Building Surveyor. Moreover, this initiative allows Formiga1 to connect with top graduates completing their university studies, providing exposure to talented individuals.

In the first year of our Graduate Program, we focus on training in basic State and National Building Legislative Systems and Codes. In the second year, graduates apply these lessons and deepen their understanding of Codes, Standards, and Laws. Additionally, second-year graduates train new first-year graduates in our Business Concepts and Processes, providing a hands-on learning experience through exposure, application, and teaching. We have found that this training cycle allows for us to assess a graduate's knowledge and application of knowledge.

This two year program is a full-time full-wage position within Formiga1.

Applications are advertised to recent university graduates or those graduating within the next year. If you're ready to take the next step in your professional journey, we encourage you to send us an expression of interest by email and embark on an exciting path towards accreditation.

Graduate opportunities are advertised through the Newcastle University Career Hub, an online portal for current students and graduates. You can also connect with Formiga1 through Employment Expos and Industry Days organised by the Newcastle University Careers Service. Applications are completed through Seek when the role becomes available - usually between August and September. The role will be filled by November with the graduate begining in January of the new year.