Apprentice Electrician

About Us

At NEPEAN™ we are proud to be Australia’s leading privately owned engineering, mining services and industrial manufacturing organisation. We have unique capabilities to deliver high value, innovative and sustainable solutions for the world’s leading mining, construction, and transport companies. Over the last 40 years, hard work, technical credibility, and a willingness to tackle very difficult projects have earned NEPEAN an enviable reputation. Today our organisation employs over 1900 people across six continents and distributes products to more than 65 countries.

Nepean Power specialises in high quality electrical industrial equipment. Our products can be found throughout the Australian and international mining, construction and industrial sectors.

Our Opportunity

Due to exponential growth, Nepean Power is currently seeking multiple apprentice electricians to join the team. This opportunity is a full-time permanent opportunity based in Thornton, NSW. Daily duties will include however are not limited to;

• Interpret Electrical Schematics and scopes of work
• Control and power wiring of electrical equipment
• Fault finding and function testing of electrical equipment
• AS3800 level overhaul of intrinsically safe control equipment
• Providing high quality workmanship on time and on budget
• Maintain calibration of test equipment
• Ensure all equipment, machinery and tooling is kept in good working order
• Document control and progress reporting
• Liaise with supervisor to set priorities and meet deadlines

The Right Person

• Rights to work in Australia
• The ability to work individually or in a team environment
• Drivers License
• Completed/completing the HSC or Pre-Apprenticeship course
• A genuine interest in pursuing a career in the electrical industry.
• Organisational and time management skills
• High attention to detail

The Luxuries NEPEAN offer:

• Competitive hourly rate
• Flexible working hours – 9-day fortnight roster
• Family orientated business
• Guaranteed Christmas break
• Monthly employee BBQ’S
• Family Christmas parties
• Reimbursement for prescription safety glasses
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), well-being assistance that’s free for all the family

You will need to provide the following:

• Cover letter – introducing yourself and your reasons for applying.
• Resume – including personal details, education, work experience and details of 2 referees.
• Copies of the last two years of school, TAFE or university results.
• Copies of any qualifications achieved (Forklift ticket, First Aid etc.)

If you're ready for this challenge, please forward the above documents to Jaime.Lovelace@nepean.com.

NEPEAN believes in diversity and is committed to providing Equal Employment opportunities for all applicants. We welcome applicants from all walks of life which also includes various socio-economic, cultural, LGBTIQ, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds.