Apprentice Electrician

Start Your Career, Make a Difference, and Get Paid to Learn!

Join us at Georges River Council in the Carlton Depot as an Apprentice Electrician starting in early 2025.

Why Join Us?

• Get Paid to Learn: Earn while you study with on-the-job training and mentorship from experienced professionals.
• Hands-On Experience: Work on diverse tasks and projects to develop valuable, real-world electrical trade skills.
• Gain a Nationally Recognised Qualification: Kickstart your career by completing the Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician (UEE30820).
• Make a Difference: Contribute to essential services that keep our Council thriving and powered.
• Build Your Career With Us: Grow and thrive in a supportive team environment with opportunities for long-term development. 

About the Role

As an Apprentice Electrician at Georges River Council, you’ll work alongside qualified electricians to assist with installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems. You’ll gain hands-on experience across various projects while adhering to WHS practices and developing essential trade skills to become a qualified electrician.

What We Offer You:

• Full-Time, Temporary Position (Up to 4-Year Apprenticeship) with competitive pay from $47,845.20 per annum, plus superannuation 11.5%. 
• Health and Wellbeing Support: Enjoy access to discounted fitness memberships (Fitness Passport), additional Health and Wellbeing days, and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Career Development: Receive training, mentoring, and support to help you successfully complete your apprenticeship.
• Practical Skills: Develop expertise across all aspects of electrical work.

What We’re Looking For:

• Enrolled in an Electrical Apprenticeship Program: Working towards or willingness to enrol in Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician (UEE30820).
• Construction Induction Card (White Card): Mandatory for site safety compliance.
• Commitment to WHS and EEO Principles: A strong focus on safety, teamwork and inclusivity.
• Customer Service Commitment: A positive attitude and dedication to delivering high quality work.
• Effective Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication to work collaboratively with the team and stakeholders.
• Licences: Current Class C Drivers Licence (or working towards).

Ready to Get Started?
We’re looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual who is ready to learn and grow. If you’re excited to learn a trade, develop your creative and practical skills, and contribute to your community, apply today!  Don’t forget to check out the Position Description for full details and make sure you respond to the targeted questions as part of your application. 

Questions?
Reach out to our Talent Acquisition team at careers@georgesriver.nsw.gov.au

Apply Now!
Closing Date: Sunday 19th January 2025 at 11:59 PM AEST

Georges River Council aims to be a leading, people-focused organisation delivering outstanding results for our community and city. We foster our values of Accountability, Professionalism, Unity and Honesty and take pride in promoting the image of Council in the community.

We are committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, workers of all ages, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQIA+ and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

At Georges River Council we are committed to putting children first and championing child safety within our community. We actively advocate for the rights of children and young people and will uphold our commitment as a child safe organisation.

Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident or have unlimited working rights (with no Visa restrictions) in Australia to apply for this position.