Apprentice Electrician

Rockhampton Regional Council; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Rockhampton Regional Council is offering an Apprenticeship Electrician opportunity in Rockhampton. This fixed-term, full-time role spans five years and provides hands-on experience while supporting essential Council infrastructure.

You will combine practical training with formal study, building electrical and instrumentation skills in a supportive team, with safety and professional growth as core values. Applications close soon and a Police Check is required.

Qualifications

• Interest in pursuing a career in the electrical industry.
• Ability to learn new skills and follow instructions.
• Strong focus on workplace health and safety, with the ability to work safely in varying environments.

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain essential Council infrastructure.
• Gain hands-on experience alongside skilled professionals.
• Participate in practical training and formal study to develop electrical skills.

Skills

Electrical aptitude

Team work

Self-motivated

Safety-conscious

Willing to learn

Education

Year 12 or equivalent

Basic electrical training (preferred)

Tools

C Class Driver Licence (Provisional)

Job description

Apprentice Electrician - Vacancy Details

Synopsis: Apprentice Electrician

• Fixed Term (5 Years) Full Time
• Monday to Friday, 76 hours per fortnight, 9 day fortnight
• Order – Apprentices and Trainees Wages and Conditions
• Location – Rockhampton

Your new role

Kick-start an exciting career as an Apprentice Electrician, where you'll gain hands-on experience while working alongside skilled professionals to support and maintain essential Council infrastructure.

This is a unique opportunity to earn while you learn, developing sought-after electrical and instrumentation skills through a combination of practical training and formal study.

You'll be part of a supportive team that values safety, continuous learning and professional growth, helping you build a strong foundation for a successful trade career.

If you're motivated, curious and ready to develop a valuable trade that makes a real difference to the community, this role offers the perfect place to start your journey.

This position requires the completion of a satisfactory Criminal History Check - Police Certificate (Australia Wide Name Only Police Check).

What we are looking for

• An electrical aptitude with the passion to learn and grow
• Positive attitude with the ability to work well in a team environment
• Self-motivated with a passion for learning
• Focus on workplace health and safety
• Enthusiastic and motivated individual who is able to use initiative

To be eligible for this role, applicants must be

• Aged 15 years or older and no longer at school.
• Able to meet citizen, residency, and visa requirements to undertake a traineeship.
• In possession of a C Class Driver Licence (Minimum Provisional).
• Able to complete a satisfactory Criminal History Check - Police Certificate (Australia Wide Name Only Police Check).

Rockhampton Regional Council Traineeship & Apprenticeship opportunities are made available with the assistance of government funding. This position is subject to further eligibility requirements. Applicants must meet one of the following identified groups (you can meet more than one requirement):

• Young people (aged 15 – 24 years)
• People with disability
• Long-term unemployed job seekers
• Displaced workers
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
• Women re-entering the workforce
• Mature-age job seekers (45 years or older)
• Veterans and ex-ADF personnel and their families
• Migrants and refugees from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds

Application Criteria

• A genuine interest in pursuing a career in the electrical industry, including electrical infrastructure and traffic signal maintenance.
• The ability to learn new skills, follow instructions and apply theoretical knowledge in a practical workplace setting.
• A strong focus on workplace health and safety, with the ability to follow procedures and work safely in a variety of environments.

Applications Close: Monday 5 October 2026 at Midnight (AEST)

All employees are encouraged to apply