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Application Process & Interviews at WSP Australia

8.7
8.7 rating for Recruitment, based on 54 reviews
Please describe the interview process and assessments.
First stage - CV, cover letter and transcript Second stage - Psychometric testing Third Stage - One way interview Fourth Stage - Interview
Graduate, Sydney
I was interviewed by the Director of my team and one of the team managers.
Graduate, Brisbane
Due to covid, interviews were conducted online through answering intelligence quizzes (Maths, comprehension and logic) as well as providing video answers to questions. Finally, an online video interview was conducted for more depth on if the interviewee's values match with WSP's.
Graduate, Sydney
Application, Testing, One way video interview, In-person interview
Graduate, Brisbane
I think that the interview process was really good, the questions I was asked were appropriate for my level of knowledge and there was opportunity for discussion and questions.
Graduate, melbourne
Initial screening and online assessments before in person interview. Online assessments can be tough, but the questions weren't the worst to respond to. In person interview was more in depth with team leads, and was friendly and positive. Whole process from application to offer was 3-4 months.
Graduate, Brisbane
No Assessments. Interview was focused on goals, career progression and technical skills. However, was not as competitive as other companies in regard to developing soft skills and
Graduate, Melbourne
2 rounds of interviews, first with the national executive then my prospective team leader. Assessments were before, based on CV/cover letter and an online aptitude test.
Graduate, Sydney
Really good
Application online, phone call from recruiter, face to face interview, sign contract and join the company.
Midlevel, Perth
First apply through their online application system. Then I was interviewed and contacted a week later.
Graduate, Adelaide
I was approached by HR and an interview was arranged with the Team leaders. HR was very friendly and answered some of my questions. I absolutely loved my interview here (especially compared to other interviews for Government agencies that felt quite cold). I appreciated their prompt responses between application, interview and the job offer.
Graduate, Sydney
Informal interview with the regional executive - Meet & Greet type Formal interview with line mangers across Sydney and Newcastle team
Graduate, Newcastle
I didn't go through the graduate program I was hired as an undergraduate engineer. I had an interview with my now manager and one of the technical executives of my team.
Midlevel, Brisbane
It went amazing. The interviewers were interactive and they listened to everything
Graduate, Melbourne
I was called by the company recruiter to set up an online interview. I had an interview with the team leads who gave a general overview of what they do, and asked the bog-standard interview questions. I was then invited for a second interview in-person, but it was very informal and basically just introducing me to the team. About a week later I had an offer.
Graduate, Newcastle
I was transferred from the internship from the Major Project team to the Planning and Mobility team. The internship interview was smooth and was interviewed by two executives. However, the transition between internship and graduate is disorganised. My line manager, who is a regional executive had to take it upon themselves to try and schedule internal interviews for me with several teams , which I really appreciate. But it was difficult trying to reach out internally, while I had no idea what the process usually is, or if it has been established at all. My impression is that the transition from internship to graduate does not have a formal process, which does not make sense as interns who are already working in the company and familiar with WSP-way should be treated differently than other applicants. Assessed as a case by case basis, the number of interns should be scalable regardless.
Graduate, Perth
Pretty strenuous as a graduate with x3 rounds. The hiring process takes quite a while
Graduate, Melbourne
Simple and fast which is good.
Graduate, Sydney
Applied through company website then a HR person contacted and offered me a face to face interview with Regional executive. The interviewer was very friend and understanding and cooperated very well with a mindset of a fresh graduate from university.
Intern, Perth
What questions were you asked in your interviews?
What I am interested in, what I have done in the past, what my professional plans are for the future.
Graduate, Brisbane
Questions regarding the interviewee's experiences. Questions of examples to show how the interviewee's values align with WSP's.
Graduate, Sydney
Behavioural questions and what I am looking for in the role
Graduate, Brisbane
My interview questions were focussed on time management and other skills important to the job, rather than technical knowledge because it is my first job in this area.
Graduate, melbourne
Online assessment was general, didn't really ask anything specific to the role (rather just graduate program as a whole/yourself). In person interview had questions about work experience, career aspirations, what kind of projects I was interested in.
Graduate, Brisbane
Technical ability career interests and goals willingness to travel past experience
Graduate, Melbourne
About the work I wanted, my experience, extra-curriculars.
Graduate, Sydney
Do you know about Electrical engineers standards? Do you have previous experience with PLCs? Why are you leaving the company for which you are working for? Could you tell me about your past experience, where have you been working, position and duties?
Midlevel, Perth
Questions about the subjects from uni, what do I feel I excell/need improvement on? etc. Very few technical questions, it was a communication/team skills, personality and experience based interview.
Graduate, Adelaide
My interview was a back and forth conversation and getting to know each other and how WSP operates. The interviewers had read my CV and asked general questions about my experience. It did not feel like an interrogation.
Graduate, Sydney
My journey in Australia, how my previous experience would help in the ew role, project management and software experience till date
Graduate, Newcastle
Mainly about my thesis.
Midlevel, Brisbane
About myself. Details about my past experience, my interests and hobbies A situation of working in stressful situation
Graduate, Melbourne
My involvement in University competition and student societies. My work as an intern in the Major Project team. My knowledge of the specific team that I have the interview with.
Graduate, Perth
Typical job interview questions, e.g. what did you do in your past roles etc.
Graduate, Melbourne
About my University life, why I chose this field and what are the struggles I faced and I managed, About my extra curricular activities
Intern, Perth
Why I want to work in mining
Graduate, Brisbane
Prior experience, Interests and career goals
Graduate, Brisbane
Mainly about myself and what I thought of the role and wanted from the role, which was refreshing. Then, some more about my experience and expectations. The interview seemed to be more about if I was a good culture fit than if I was a grade A uni student, which left me feeling like I made the right choice accepting the role, as I knew they were a culture first employer.
Graduate, Newcastle
I was asked about my academic and professional experiences, why I wanted to change careers, why I wanted to work with WSP, if I was will to relocate, etc.
Graduate, Brisbane
Do you have any specific tips and advice for candidates applying to your company? How would you recommend they best prepare?
Demonstrate that you can work well in a team, demonstrate confidence in the knowledge you do have and be honest about where you think you need to improve.
Graduate, Brisbane
Always research the company you're applying to to understand what they value. Always prepare examples of past experiences and practice talking through them to link them to the company's values.
Graduate, Sydney
Research what the role entails for that specific department you are interviewing for
Graduate, Brisbane
I think they should be prepared to be curious about the job, to show interest and enthusiasm about learning and gaining skills. They should also take the opportunity to follow up on the interviews and ask for feedback.
Graduate, melbourne
Do some research on the types of projects that are currently/have been completed, as well as the structure of the company.
Graduate, Brisbane
Show your personality and what your interests / values are, this will give both you and the interviewer an incite on whether you will fit in their team well. Tell them your short and long term career (5 years) goals and ask how working with their team will help you achieve them.
Graduate, Melbourne
Do research into the teams, and know which one you want to apply for. Send messages on LinkedIn, don't be scared, and most of all be honest and upfront.
Graduate, Sydney
Research about the company and recent projects. If you have previous experience talking about it is an advantage. Talking about software's you have used recently or in the past.
Midlevel, Perth
Look into the companies previous jobs for the group you are interviewing with and ensure to ask questions if you have any.
Graduate, Adelaide
I wouldnt worry about practising for the typical 'tell us about a time you had to manage a high workload...' kind of questions. Just be prepared to highlight your experience and be ready to discuss what parts of the job interest you.
Graduate, Sydney
Be authentic. Listen well. Ask questions.
Graduate, Newcastle
Have an idea of what interests you - the company is very big and there is lots of opportunity to try different things.
Midlevel, Brisbane
Just prepare for general interview. Know about WSP. Especially "Future Ready" Get to know about the company's culture through someone working inside Be early for interview and answer questions confidently
Graduate, Melbourne
Be yourself, and choose a job that you have passion for it.
Graduate, Melbourne
Know people working in the company, especially the team they want to work in.
Graduate, Perth
Be yourself. Not really any way of preparing for logic tests etc.
Graduate, Melbourne
Study your own resume and why you are best suited for the role.
Graduate, Sydney
Research the company and your interviewees
Graduate, Brisbane
Read up a bit about the project work you're interested in within the team and how you would apply yourself to it. Also your career goals and how the company can help you achieve/develop your skill set.
Graduate, Brisbane
Use your networks and be bold trying to get you're in. If you reach out to them they will respond well to this.
Graduate, Newcastle