Apprentice Electrician

Visy; Australia; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Visy is offering an Electrical Apprenticeship at our Smithfield Beverage Can manufacturing plant. You will learn from experienced tradespeople while developing practical skills in electrical maintenance, fault finding and automated manufacturing systems.

This day-shift role runs from 6:00am to 2:30pm and provides exposure to a fast-paced FMCG environment, with a path to becoming a qualified Electrician through a nationally recognised trade qualification.

Qualifications

• Completed Year 10 or higher.
• Genuine interest in electrical systems, automation and manufacturing.
• Strong electrical and mechanical aptitude with a hands-on learning approach.
• Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn and take direction from experienced tradespeople.
• Positive attitude, reliability and strong work ethics.
• Commitment to workplace safety and working as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Complete a 4-year Electrical Apprenticeship in FMCG manufacturing.
• Gain hands-on experience in electrical maintenance, fault finding and repairs.
• Develop skills with PLCs, automation, motors and sensors.
• Learn from experienced tradespeople while completing trade qualifications.
• Graduate as a qualified Electrician with large-scale manufacturing exposure.

Skills

Electrical systems

Automation

Manufacturing

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Hands-on learning

Teamwork

Education

Year 10 or equivalent

Job description

• Get paid while gaining a nationally recognised electrical trade qualification.
• Gain hands-on experience with PLCs, automation, and high-speed manufacturing equipment.
• Build a long-term career with a leading global manufacturer.

Working at our Smithfield Beverage Can manufacturing plant, you’ll learn from experienced tradespeople while developing practical skills across electrical maintenance, fault finding and automated manufacturing systems.

As an Electrical Apprentice, you’ll gain valuable exposure to a fast-paced FMCG manufacturing environment and work with the equipment and technology that keeps a large-scale production facility running safely and efficiently. This is a day-shift opportunity, working from 6:00am to 2:30pm.

What you will learn:

• Complete a 4-year Electrical Apprenticeship in an FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods) manufacturing environment.
• Gain hands-on experience in electrical maintenance, fault finding, troubleshooting and repairs across high-speed production equipment.
• Develop practical skills working with PLCs, automation, motors, sensors, control systems, and other electrical equipment.
• Work alongside experienced tradespeople while completing your nationally recognised trade qualifications.
• Gain exposure to a modern manufacturing facility that produces more than 3 million beverage cans every day.
• Graduate as a qualified Electrician with practical experience in large-scale manufacturing and strong career pathways within the business.

What we are looking for:

• Completed Year10 and above.
• Genuine interest in electrical systems, automation, and manufacturing.
• Strong electrical and mechanical aptitude with a hands-on approach to learning.
• Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn and take direction from experienced tradespeople.
• Positive attitude, reliability, and strong work ethics.
• Commitment to workplace safety and working as part of a team.