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Electrical Apprentice X 2 (Mourilyan & Cairns)

Community Solutions Apprenticeships & Traineeships
On-site
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Apprenticeship

 

  • 1 X Cairns Based & 1 X Mourilyan Based opportunities 
  • Great Opportunity for out of trade or in trade Electrical Apprentices to rotate or complete their apprenticeship
  • Junior & mature candidates encouraged to apply
  • PPE + Cash in on salary sacrifice benefits on offer!
  • Hosted with Queensland Limited Sugar. Work with a supportive team & gain hand on experience

 

Community Solutions are seeking 2 candidates that are motivated to complete an Electrical apprenticeship. 1 vacancy will be based in Cairns and the other in Mourilyan (Cassowary Coast) North Queensland. Hosted with Queensland Sugar limited (QSL), this 4 year Apprenticeship will allow you to complete a Certificate III in Electrotechnology . 

We encourage out of trade 2nd or 3rd year Electrotechnology Apprentices to apply, and candidates in trade looking to rotate or gain different exposure in their apprenticeship. We also encourage candidates looking to commence their apprenticeship and hold a certificate II in Electrotechnology. If you are self motivated, love to learn and hardworking we would love to hear from you! 

Who are we?

Community Solutions is a not-for-profit organisation operating as a commercial business providing apprentices and trainees to businesses throughout Queensland.

With an enviable record of achievement as "The Apprentice and Trainee Specialists", Community Solutions has built strong partnerships with industry to provide quality employment opportunities in Apprenticeships and Traineeships.

The Apprenticeship will involve but not be limited to:

  • Installation and pre-commissioning set up of electrical equipment
  • Select, set up, test, fault find, repair and maintain electrical systems and equipment

Requirements:

  • Valid driver’s licence
  • Current LVR &CPR certificate or willing to obtain
  • White Card (construction Safety Induction)
  • Able to work independently and as a team member
  • Ability to think logically and process diagnostic ability
  • Physically fit
  • Able to complete precision type work
  • Demonstrated excellent eye hand coordination
  • Willing to travel and work at other QSL terminals as required
  • Certificate II in Electrotechnology or candidates that have commenced their electrical apprenticeship
  • Successful applicants will be required to pass an aptitude test, and a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol testing.

What can we offer you?

  • Salary Packaging Benefits! Package up to $15,900 of your annual salary tax free. Less tax = more take home pay for you!
  • In addition to your tax-free benefit, you can also use up to $2,650 of your pre-tax income to pay for entertainment expenses (meals, holiday accommodation etc.)
  • A fortnightly wage paid to you directly by Community Solutions which includes allowances and possible overtime
  • Leave entitlements inc. Annual Leave Personal Leave and Rostered day off each month
  • Mentoring, ongoing support and regular visits from your committed Field Officer
  • Ability to obtain a certification and upskill with a vast range of industry experience, operator tickets, and licences
  • An Employee Assistance Program - a free and confidential phone-based counselling service available

So what's next...

If this is the opportunity for you, the click ‘Apply Now’ below. Please note, if you have recently completed a Certificate III in Business or higher, you may not qualify for this traineeship.  You must also be an Australian or New Zealand Citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

We can't wait to hear from you. This opportunity is open to all ages, 2024 school leavers are encouraged to apply!

Community Solutions encourages applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures. This includes Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, CALD (Culturally and Linguistically Diverse), the LGBTQI+ community, and people with disability. We value inclusivity and are committed to adjusting our recruitment process to ensure accessibility and support of an applicant's needs.