Second Year Electrical Apprentice – Multi-Sector Focus

Brisbane Northside Base (Servicing Greater Brisbane) | Full-Time Apprenticeship

The Opportunity

Accelerate your trade development through rotations across a variety of technical and challenging projects. You will gain hands-on experience not only in domestic settings but also in industrial controls, complex insurance and restoration work, and medical fit-outs requiring adherence to stringent standards. This breadth of exposure will provide you with a competitive advantage for your future career.

Key Responsibilities

Core Duties & Expectations for a Second Year Apprentice

Domestic Install & Maintenance

Assist with new residential wiring, switchboard upgrades, fault finding, and routine maintenance covering power, lighting, and data. Expected to work safely and autonomously on basic tasks under supervision.

Industrial Maintenance

Assist in diagnosing faults and repairing plant and machinery. Gain exposure to three-phase systems, motor control, and PLC wiring, ideal for those seeking technical experience.

Commercial Insurance Repair

Support reactive repairs for commercial clients after fire, flood, or storm damage. Assist with stripping out damaged circuits, testing, and installing new circuits.

Medical & Specialist Fit-outs

Work on new and refurbished medical facilities, such as dentists and general practices. Learn about specific medical standards, including body-protected and cardiac-protected areas, and essential services wiring.

Safety & Compliance

Maintain a clean and safe work environment, correctly use and care for PPE, and actively follow all WHS procedures and instructions from the supervising Tradesman.

Essential Requirements

Details

Apprenticeship Status

Successful completion of first year TAFE block).

Technical Experience

Demonstrated basic knowledge of electrical theory, circuit wiring, and safe working practices.

Licence

Current, unrestricted Manual Driver's Licence (necessary for accessing Northside job sites and company vehicles).

General

Blue/White Card (Construction Induction) and current CPR/LVR qualification.

Commitment

Reliability, excellent time management, and a strong commitment to completing Certificate III in Electrotechnology (Electrician).

Desirable Attributes

Benefit to Role

Suitable Experience

Previous experience in new construction or industrial maintenance or medical fit outs is highly regarded.

Industrial/Commercial Exposure

Any exposure to industrial or commercial maintenance work is a significant advantage.

Presentation

Professional appearance, strong verbal communication skills, and a positive client service attitude.

Personal Tools

Ownership of basic hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, and a multi-meter is a plus.

Wages & Benefits

Wages

Remuneration is provided under the Electrical, Electronic and Communications Contracting Award 2020 (MA000025) at the applicable second year rate, plus superannuation. Rates are negotiable depending on age and experience, with adult apprentice rates significantly higher.

Allowances

Tool allowance, travel/fares allowance, and other Award entitlements are provided as per the Modern Award.