Apprentice Electrical Fitter

R N Baker Switchboards; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 1,065,000 - 1,420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms and PPE provided

Job summary

R N Baker Switchboards in Cardiff, NSW, is seeking an Apprentice Electrical Fitter to join our team and support the construction of high-quality electrical switchboards. You will work in our factory, learning from skilled electricians and performing wiring, busbar assembly, and testing tasks.

Training at TAFE toward Certificate III in Electrotechnology will be provided, with opportunities to contribute to diverse projects across Australia.

Qualifications

• Motivated and enthusiastic candidate with basic manual handling ability.
• Experience in electrical industry is a plus, but not essential.
• Able to operate tools and learn trade-specific equipment under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assist tradespersons in constructing electrical switchboards & protective/control components.
• Perform electrical circuit wiring tasks.
• Make and install custom busbar systems.
• Conduct functional testing of completed projects.
• Support manufacturing team to meet delivery goals under guidance.

Skills

Motivated and enthusiastic

Team player

Follow directions

Fluent English

Current Driver's License

Construction White Card

Police background check

Pre-employment medical

Education

Certificate III in Electrotechnology

Job description

Are you a high performer seeking a new challenge in Electrical Switchboard Manufacturing?

Join the team at R N Baker Switchboards in Cardiff and become an integral part of our ongoing growth and success.

We are seeking suitable applicants for the position of an Apprentice Electrical Fitter to work alongside our skilled tradespeople in the construction of high-quality electrical switchboards. You'll contribute to a variety of projects across Australia, ensuring our products meet the highest standards of quality and functionality.

Job tasks and responsibilities

The role of Electrical Switchboard apprentice is predominantly factory based.

Applicants must be motivated, enthusiastic, able to work within a team and take direction. The successful applicant's will be trained and educated to perform primary duties including:

• To assist trades persons in the construction of electrical switchboards & their associated protection Control and mechanical components
• Electrical circuit wiring
• Making and installing custom busbar systems
• Functional testing of completed projects
• Supporting our manufacturing team to achieve delivery goals whilst under the guidance of tradesperson

Skills, Experience and requirements

This position will be based on the applicants capabilities, enthusiasm, ethics and presentation. Whilst experience in the electrical industry is favourable, it's not necessary, however, it is essential that the applicant does have an employment history of some kind.

Some manual handling will be part of your daily tasks therefore a basic standard of physical fitness is desired.

Applicants must be motivated, enthusiastic, able to work within a team and take direction.

Applicants must;

• Be Confident using or learning trade specific tools and machines.
• Be able to work both autonomously and in a team environment
• Hold a current Drivers License
• Have a constructions white card
• must speak clear fluent English
• Have a Police background check or able to complete one
• Be able to pass a pre employment medical assessment, including Drug and Alcohol testing

What We Offer

• Permanent Full Time - 38 hours/week
• Work with a market leading switchboard company
• Exciting projects and great culture
• Uniforms and PPE provided

You must have the right to live and work in Australia with no work restrictions to apply for this job.

Successful applicants primary duties shall be to manufacture electrical switchboards, their associated protection, control and mechanical components whilst under the guidance of experienced, licenced electricians.

Successful applicant shall also be required to carry out trade skills training at TAFE for associated certificate III in electrotechnology.

The role of apprentice electrical fitter is predominantly factory based with some mandatory short terms periods of external "field/off site" work as per the requirements of trade skill training.

About the business

R N Baker Switchboards has been manufacturing the highest quality electrical switchboards for all industry sectors since 1955.

We are future focused are constantly evolving to embrace industry changes & technological improvements as well as cultural & social advancements.

As a privately-owned company with humble beginnings, we have spent several decades growing our reputation to become known as one of Australia's most trusted & capable electrical switchboard manufacturers.

We have an established customer base, reliable strategic partnerships, and a wealth of experience & professional expertise across all business units to ensure success.

Our 2 manufacturing locations in NSW are both capable of undertaking large scale projects using modern manufacturing equipment & processes. Our certified business management practices ensure the quality products & provide a safe working environment for employees and associated partners.

Why Join Us?

At R N Baker Switchboards, we're committed to fostering talent and delivering excellence. Be part of a team that values your contribution and supports your growth within a dynamic and thriving industry.