Apprentice Electrical Technician

BGIS; Penrith; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on training

Structured development pathway

Paid training & study leave

Uniforms & PPE supplied

Referral bonus $2,000

Health & wellbeing benefits, Fitness-"

Novated leasing options

Paid parental leave

Safe work environment

Job summary

Power Protect is offering an Apprentice Electrical Technician role in NSW starting in 2027. You will learn hands-on, work on UPS, generators, and electrical systems, and gain practical experience under experienced technicians.

The program provides structured development, paid training, and a clear path toward your electrical trade qualification with on-site learning and career growth at Power Protect, part of BGIS. Australians citizens are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Higher School Certificate (HSC) or higher.
• White Card (General Construction Induction Training) or willingness to obtain one before commencing employment.
• A genuine interest in electrical work and developing a career in the trade.
• Basic mechanical or electrical aptitude.
• Willingness to learn and ability to follow instructions.
• Willingness to work afterhours and weekends.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong safety awareness.
• Basic computer skills and a practical approach to problem-solving.
• Australian citizenship is essential.
• As part of our recruitment process, successful candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Check.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the installation, servicing and maintenance of UPS, Generators control circuits and associated electrical equipment.
• Assist experienced technicians with fault finding and repairs under supervision.
• Learn to recognise hazards and implement control for a safe working environment.
• Learn to use electrical test equipment and digital service tools.
• Assist with work records, timesheets and basic quotations or estimates.
• Support facility maintenance activities as required.
• Develop your practical skills while following safe work practices.
• Build positive relationships with clients, team members, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Participate in apprentice training and complete learning and development requirements towards your trade qualification.

Skills

Safety awareness

Communication & teamwork

Willingness to learn

Basic computer skills

Ability to follow instructions

Education

Higher School Certificate (HSC) or higher

White Card (General Construction Induction Training)

Australian citizenship

National Police Check required

Job description

Apprenticeship Permanent Full-time Starts next year

Apprentice Electrical Technician
Location: Penrith, New South Wales
Company: Power Protect
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent Apprenticeship (On-Site)

The Role

Start your electrical career with Power Protect as part of our 2027 Apprenticeship Program.

We’re seeking a motivated Apprentice Electrical Technician to join our NSW Power Protect team for a 2027 start. This is a hands‑on opportunity to build your electrical career while learning from experienced technicians and gaining practical experience across a range of electrical systems and equipment.

You’ll support planned and reactive maintenance, installation, testing and fault‑finding activities while completing structured on‑the‑job training towards your electrical trade qualification.

Whether you’re finishing school, completing a pre‑apprenticeship, or looking to take the first step into the electrical trade, we’re looking for someone who is eager to learn, enjoys hands‑on work and wants to build a long‑term career in the electrical industry.

Why You’ll Love Working With Power Protect

• Hands‑on training alongside qualified and experienced technicians
• Structured development while working towards your electrical trade qualification
• Career growth - paid training, study leave, and structured development pathways
• Top-tier equipment provided - uniforms & PPE supplied
• Recognition & rewards - spot recognition vouchers and $2,000 employee referral bonus
• Health, wellbeing & lifestyle benefits - Fitness Passport access for you and your family to gyms and aquatic centres nationwide, employee discounts, and optional yearly paid flu vaccination vouchers
• Additional employee benefits including novated leasing options
• Paid parental leave & volunteer leave
• Safe systems of work and supportive leadership
• Develop practical skills across a broad range of electrical systems and equipment
• Join Power Protect, backed by the strength of BGIS

What You’ll Be Doing

Assist with the installation, servicing and maintenance of Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS), Generators control circuits and associated electrical equipment

Assist experienced technicians with fault finding and repairs under supervision

Learn to recognise hazards and implement control for a safe working environment

Learn to use electrical test equipment and digital service tools

Assist with work records, timesheets and basic quotations or estimates

Support facility maintenance activities as required

Develop your practical skills while following safe work practices

Build positive relationships with clients, team members, subcontractors and suppliers

Participate in apprentice training and complete learning and development requirements towards your trade qualification

Your Education, Experience & Skills

Higher School Certificate (HSC) or higher

White Card (General Construction Induction Training) or willingness to obtain one before commencing employment.

A genuine interest in electrical work and developing a career in the trade

Basic mechanical or electrical aptitude

Willingness to learn and ability to follow instructions

Willingness to work afterhours and weekends

Good communication and teamwork skills

Strong safety awareness

Basic computer skills and a practical approach to problem‑solving

Australian citizenship is essential

As part of our recruitment process, successful candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Check.

About Power Protect

Power Protect is part of BGIS Technical Services, providing critical power and energy infrastructure services across Australia. Our team delivers specialist technical services supporting reliable power infrastructure for our clients. Backed by BGIS’s global network, Power Protect offers the opportunity to build your technical skills and develop a long‑term career within a supportive and safety‑focused environment.

We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQ individuals, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

The honest preview

The good

• The ad says you get paid training and study leave while working towards your electrical trade qualification.
• You work alongside qualified technicians, and the employer supplies your uniform and protective gear.

The hard parts

• You need to be willing to work after hours and on weekends.

What surprises people

• You have to be an Australian citizen to apply, and you need a National Police Check.

Industry averages for a qualified Electrician General, across all employers — not this employer’s offer, and after you finish the apprenticeship, not during.