1st Year Electrical Apprentice – Lifts & Escalators (2027 Intake)

Electrical & Lift Solutions Pty Ltd; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full apprenticeship with support

Mentoring from tradespeople

Experience on major projects

PPE and uniforms supplied

Tickets like EWP, working at heights,

CPR/LVR

Job summary

Electrical & Lift Solutions Pty Ltd in Brisbane is seeking a 1st Year Electrical Apprentice for 2027 to train in lifts and escalators while completing a Certificate III in Electrotechnology (Electrician). You'll work alongside experienced electricians across South East Queensland on lift installs, upgrades and commissioning.

Join a small team that values learning, safety and hands-on mentorship. Expect on-site work, site paperwork, and opportunities to gain tickets such as EWP and heights

Qualifications

• Genuine commitment to completing a 4-year electrical apprenticeship.
• Reliable and punctual, with a strong work ethic.
• A good attitude and willingness to learn and take direction.
• Year 10 minimum, with passes in Maths and English.
• Driver’s licence (or working towards one) and reliable transport.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with installation of lifts, escalators and associated electrical systems.
• Running cable, installing conduit and cable tray, and mounting equipment.
• Terminating and testing wiring under supervision.
• Learning to read drawings, wiring diagrams and schematics.
• Working safely in lift shafts, machine rooms and on active construction sites.
• Completing site paperwork, pre-starts and timesheets.
• Attending TAFE/RTO training and keeping your logbook up to date.

Skills

Reading drawings & schematics

Reliability & punctuality

Willingness to learn

Strong work ethic

Positive attitude

Safety awareness

Education

Certificate III in Electrotechnology (Electrician)

Year 10 with Maths & English

Commitment to 4-year apprenticeship

Job description

1st Year Electrical Apprentice – Lifts & Escalators

Electrical & Lift Solutions Pty Ltd – Brisbane QLD

Electrical & Lift Solutions (ELS) is a specialist lift, escalator and electrical contractor working on major residential, commercial and infrastructure projects across Queensland.

We started ELS to lift the standard of work in our industry and look after the people who deliver it. We’re a tight crew built on four values: Connection, Purpose, Growth and Impact.

The Role

We’re taking on a 1st Year Electrical Apprentice for 2027. You’ll complete a Certificate III in Electrotechnology (Electrician) while working alongside experienced electricians and lift technicians on lift and escalator installs, upgrades and commissioning across South East Queensland.

Why ELS

We’re a small crew, so you won’t be just a number. You’ll work beside experienced tradespeople who take the time to teach you properly and show you how the job should be done.

What you’ll be doing

• Assisting with installation of lifts, escalators and associated electrical systems
• Running cable, installing conduit and cable tray, and mounting equipment
• Terminating and testing wiring under supervision
• Learning to read drawings, wiring diagrams and schematics
• Working safely in lift shafts, machine rooms and on active construction sites
• Completing site paperwork, pre-starts and timesheets
• Attending TAFE/RTO training and keeping your logbook up to date

What we’re looking for

• Genuine commitment to completing a 4-year electrical apprenticeship
• Reliable and punctual, with a strong work ethic
• A good attitude and willingness to learn and take direction
• Year 10 minimum, with passes in Maths and English
• Comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces
• Driver’s licence (or working towards one) and reliable transport

What you’ll get

• A full apprenticeship with support all the way through your training
• Real mentoring from tradespeople who care about doing the job right
• Experience on major projects across South East Queensland
• PPE and uniforms supplied
• Support to gain tickets like EWP, working at heights and CPR/LVR
• A clear pathway into a specialist, in-demand trade
• A crew culture built on respect, high standards and looking after each other