Careers
Whelans Group offers long-term career opportunities across civil construction, engineering, project management and plant operations, supported by a strong safety culture and regional lifestyle.
Our people are central to how we deliver infrastructure. Many of our employees have built long-term careers with the business, contributing to projects that shape regional and metropolitan Victoria.
Working at Whelans
We offer stable employment, diverse project experience and the opportunity to work on complex infrastructure alongside experienced industry professionals.
Our culture values safety, teamwork, accountability and pride in delivering quality outcomes. Based in regional Victoria, Whelans combines the benefits of regional living with the scale and complexity of major infrastructure delivery.
Career Pathways
Apprentices & Graduates
Whelans supports people at the start of their careers, providing hands-on experience across civil construction, plant operations, engineering and project delivery. Apprentices and graduates gain exposure to real projects from day one, supported by experienced supervisors and structured on-the-job learning.
Operators & Supervisors
We employ skilled operators and supervisors across earthworks, haulage, quarries and traffic management. Our teams work with modern, well-maintained plant and equipment across major infrastructure projects, supported to lead safely and effectively within live and constrained environments.
Engineers & Project Staff
Our engineers and project staff deliver complex infrastructure projects across Victoria, working across planning, construction and integrated delivery environments. They are supported by experienced leadership, in-house technical capability and structured systems that enable disciplined project delivery.
Current Opportunities
Whelans Group advertises current opportunities across construction, operations, engineering and corporate support roles. To view available positions, please check this page regularly and visit Seek, where all new roles are advertised first.
Operations Manager
If you are a driven and experienced Operations Manager who is ready to take on a new challenge, we encourage you to apply now.
The Operations Manager is a full-time on-site position, based at our Operations Centre in Bairnsdale, Victoria. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the efficient and effective deployment of labour, plant and machinery to support Whelans Group's construction projects, ensuring the highest standards of quality, safety and profitability.
Road Maintenance Contracts Manager
Ready to take the wheel of something big? Whelans Group is on the lookout for a Contracts Manager who’s equal parts organiser, communicator, problem‑solver, and all‑round operational legend. If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment, love keeping projects moving, and enjoy working with crews and Council partners to make things happen — this is your lane.
This isn’t your average desk‑bound role. You’ll be out in the field, in the office, in meetings, and everywhere in between — keeping road maintenance projects running smoothly across the East Gippsland Shire.
Quarry manager
$150,000+ | Bairnsdale / Bruthen, VIC Vehicle + Super | Full‑time
We’re serious about finding the right Quarry Manager to take ownership of three active quarry sites across Gippsland.
This is a key leadership role for someone who knows quarry operations inside out — someone who can drive production, lead people confidently, maintain high safety standards, and build strong customer relationships.
Autonomy to lead and shape operations
Established, respected business (50+ years strong)
Long‑term, stable role with real impact
Local work — no FIFO
Expressions of Interest
If no current role matches your experience, you are encouraged to submit an expression of interest. We review applications regularly and may contact you when opportunities align with your skills and experience.
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Applicant Support
Support with resumes and applications is available through the Jobs and Skills Centre TAFE. Visit 48 Main Street, Bairnsdale or call 1300 282 317 for assistance.
