Apprentice Electrician

NRW.Global Business; Port Macquarie; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Fortnightly RDO

PPE provided

Gym membership via Fitness Passport

Career progression

Salary packaging options

Annual awards ceremony

Job summary

Port Macquarie-Hastings Council is offering a full-time, four-year Electrical Apprentice role on-site in Port Macquarie. You will study to complete the Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician at Port Macquarie TAFE while gaining hands-on experience on community infrastructure.

You’ll contribute to electrical projects, learn on-the-job with tradespeople, and benefit from paid study time and career progression opportunities within the Council.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn on the job and ask questions.
• Commitment to safety and continuous skill development.
• Eligibility to work in Australia and obtain necessary permits.

Responsibilities

• Assist with electrical infrastructure construction projects.
• Assist with three-phase motors and control switchboard installations.
• Assist with industrial wiring for water and sewer processing plants.
• Assist with maintenance of high voltage water pumping stations.
• Assist with installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical equipment.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Strong communication

Team player

Safety-conscious

Study commitment

Education

White Card (General Construction Induction)

Job description

Location: Engineering Trades Section - 56 Jindalee Road, Port Macquarie NSW 2444

Department: Community Utilities

Compensation: Weekly Rate AUD $865.85 - $1,043.99

Employment type: Full time

Work Arrangement: On-site

Aboutthe Opportunity

At PMHC every employee plays a part in ensuring we work together to achieve positive outcomes for our community. To help us achieve this we are seeking applications from enthusiastic and proactive individuals wishing to commence a career as an Electrical Apprentice. This full-time, four-year apprenticeship offershands-on experience working on important community infrastructure and providespaid study time to complete your Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician at Port Macquarie TAFE.

As part of ourteam, you’ll gain practical skills working on:

• Electrical infrastructure construction projects
• Three-phase motors and control switchboardinstallations
• Industrial wiring for water and sewer processingplants
• Maintenance of high voltage water supply pumpingstations
• Community assets including airports, sportingfields, event centres, pools, buildings, waste management and emergency services facilities
• Installation, maintenance, and repair ofelectrical equipment to a high standard

You’ll also gain valuable exposureand experience working with other trades across mechanical, instrumentation,data communications and automation systems broadening your skill set and futureopportunities.

We are looking for individuals who are:

• Willing to learn on thejob and ask questions
• Interested inmaintaining and improving community facilities
• Team players with strongcommunication skills (both written and verbal)
• Safety-conscious,committed to working safely for yourself and others
• Able to commit to studyrequirements and complete training in a timely and organised way
• Hold a current Driver'sLicense (Red P’s or more)
• Hold a current general construction induction card (white card) or ability to obtain prior to commencement
• Able to comply withuniform and PPE requirements, including while at TAFE

Whether you’re aschool leaver, returning to the workforce, or looking to change careers, thisapprenticeship is a fantastic way to build a long-term career.

Remuneration and Benefits:

Employment type: Full-time, four-yearapprenticeship with paid study time (38 hours per week with a 9-day fortnight)

Salary (exclusive of super): Starting from $865.85 to $1043.99 per week depending on school level obtained and experience.

• On-the-job technical trainingand development
• Fortnightly Rostered Day Off(RDO)
• PPE provided
• Discounted gym membershipthrough membership to Fitness Passport
• Genuine career progressionopportunities within Council
• Annual salary increase as perthe Local Government (State) Award 2026
• Salarypackaging options available through Salary Packaging Australia and Maxxia
• Recognition through ourannual awards ceremony celebrating and rewarding staff achievements

Whyjoin us?

Get paid whileyou earn your Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician. Learning on thejob with experienced tradespeople working on real, important projects that makea difference in your community. Enjoy a great work-life balance, competitive pay,study support, and genuine career opportunities. Start your future with PortMacquarie Hastings Council today!

Youmust be an Australian/NZ citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident; no visaor work permit support can be provided for this role.

Questions?

If you haveany questions about this opportunity or the role, please contact Gavin Lunn, Electrical Services Coordinator on 0437 429 584.

At Port Macquarie-Hastings Council, we believe that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to creating a workplace that reflects the vibrant community we serve—where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to thrive. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse individuals, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process or in the workplace, please contact us at [e-mail]’re here to support you every step of the way.