Apprentice Electrician

Fletcher Building Limited; Hervey Bay; Hybrid; AUD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid apprenticeship

Mentoring

Modern tech exposure

Career progression

Benefits program

Job summary

Laminex is seeking an Electrical Apprentice for our Toolara MDF facility in Queensland. You’ll work with experienced technicians to support automation, control systems, and plant-wide electrical infrastructure while gaining hands-on experience with a range of manufacturing equipment.

We offer a structured apprenticeship with national qualifications, mentoring, and opportunities for ongoing employment upon completion.

Qualifications

• Enrolment in a structured electrical trade program.
• Reliable and safety-focused with a proactive attitude.
• Willing to learn in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Support automation and control systems on site.
• Assist with plant-wide electrical infrastructure.
• Gain hands-on experience with manufacturing equipment.

Job description

For more than 90 years, Laminex has been creating innovative decorative surfaces and building products used in homes, workplaces and commercial spaces throughout Australia.

Our Toolara MDF manufacturing facility produces medium-density fibreboard using advanced manufacturing processes and plays a key role in supplying products across the country.

We are committed to maintaining a safe, inclusive and high-performing workplace where people can build rewarding careers.

Kick-start your career with one of Australia's leading manufacturers.

Laminex is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Electrical Apprentice to join our team at our MDF manufacturing facility in Toolara, Queensland.

As an electrical apprentice, you'll work alongside experienced technicians to support automation, control systems, and plant-wide electrical infrastructure.

Throughout your apprenticeship, you'll gain hands on experience with a wide range of manufacturing equipment that keeps our plant operating safely and efficiently.

About the Role

As an electrical apprentice, you'll work alongside experienced technicians to support automation, control systems, and plant-wide electrical infrastructure.

You'll be exposed to:

• PLCs and SCADA systems
• Motor control and drives
• Instrumentation and calibration
• Electrical safety and compliance

About You

As your apprenticeship progresses, you'll take on increasing responsibility while building the skills needed for a successful long-term career in Electrical maintenance.

We're looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about electrical works
• Reliable, punctual and willing to learn.
• Safety-focused with a positive attitude.
• Mechanically minded and enjoys hands-on work.
• Able to work well within a team while also showing initiative.
• Comfortable working in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Committed to completing all TAFE and workplace training requirements.
• Previous experience with machinery, automotive work, farming equipment, fabrication or trade-related hobbies will be viewed favorably but is not essential.

What We Offer

• Structured apprenticeship program with nationally recognized qualifications - Electrical Trade.
• Paid apprenticeship with above-award opportunities.
• Mentoring from experienced tradespeople.
• Exposure to modern manufacturing technologies and large industrial equipment.
• A supportive team environment focused on safety and continuous improvement.
• Opportunities for ongoing employment and career progression upon successful completion of your apprenticeship.
• Access to employee benefits and wellbeing programs.
• Stable employment with one of Australia's most recognised building products manufacturers.