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Apprentice Electrical Technician

BGIS
1 day ago
On-site
Australia
Apprenticeship
Description
Apprentice Electrical Technician
Location: Melbourne, Victoria
Company: BGIS Technical Services (Self Perform)
Employment Type: Full-Time, Apprenticeship (On-Site)
 
The Role
BGIS is offering an exciting opportunity for a motivated Apprentice Electrical Technician to join our Self Perform team.
 
This role is suited to an apprentice who already has solid foundational electrical knowledge and is looking to build advanced hands-on experience across planned and reactive maintenance in a facilities environment. You will work alongside experienced technicians delivering safe, reliable, and compliant electrical services across a diverse client portfolio while progressing toward completion of your trade qualification.
 
From day one, you’ll be supported through a structured apprenticeship program designed to further develop your technical capability, fault-finding skills, and long-term career with BGIS.
 
Why You’ll Love Working With BGIS
✔ Competitive wages, yearly increases, RDOs, overtime & on-call allowance
✔ Career growth – paid training, study leave, and structured development pathways
✔ Top-tier equipment provided – iPad, phone, uniforms & PPE supplied
✔ Recognition & rewards – spot recognition vouchers and $2,000 employee referral bonus
✔ Health, wellbeing & lifestyle benefits – Fitness Passport (access for you and your family to gyms and aquatic centres nationwide), employee discounts, and optional yearly paid flu vaccination vouchers
✔ Additional employee benefits including novated leasing options
✔ Paid parental leave & volunteer leave
✔ Earn while you learn – structured apprenticeship program
✔ Long-term career pathways with a global facilities leader
 
What You’ll Be Doing
  • Assist and progressively take ownership of installation, servicing, and maintenance of electrical systems
  • Support and perform inspections and testing of RCDs, emergency lighting, and switchboards
  • Assist with and develop competency in electrical fault finding and repairs
  • Use electrical test equipment and BGIS digital service tools
  • Prepare work records, timesheets, and basic maintenance reports
  • Participate in general facility maintenance tasks as required
  • Build positive working relationships with clients and stakeholders
  • Collaborate with BGIS teams, subcontractors, and suppliers
  • Actively complete all remaining apprenticeship training requirements
  • Follow all WHS and safety procedures on site
 
Your Education, Experience & Skills
  • Demonstrated hands-on electrical experience in a commercial, industrial, or facilities environment
  • White Card (Construction Induction)
  • Sound electrical aptitude and fault-finding exposure
  • Strong ability to work with supervision while showing initiative
  • Good communication and teamwork skills
  • Safety-focused mindset
  • Australian working rights (essential)
  • Pre-apprenticeship in Electrotechnology (Desirable)
 
About BGIS
BGIS is a global leader in integrated facilities management, project delivery, asset management, and technical services. With more than 10,000 employees globally, we deliver innovative service solutions across sectors including government, healthcare, defence, commercial, education, and critical infrastructure. We invest in our people through safe systems, modern equipment, and genuine career development opportunities.
 
BGIS acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and pays respect to Elders past, present, and emerging. We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQ individuals, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
 
Apply Now
If you’re ready to progress your electrical career with a global industry leader, we’d love to hear from you. Explore more opportunities at: https://apac.bgis.com/careers/