Apprentice Electrician

Zeal Futures Pty; Smithtown; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training program

Coaching & support

Health service discounts

Counselling & mentoring

Rotational exposure

Job summary

Zeal Futures Pty is offering a trainee electrician role in New South Wales, Smithtown area. You’ll study a Certificate III in Electrotechnology while gaining hands-on experience installing lighting, outlets and control systems.

You'll work with qualified tradespeople, learn to diagnose faults, follow safety standards and develop practical wiring skills through practical and theoretical training. Applications close soon.

Qualifications

• Interest in electrical work, technology and automation.
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills.
• Good mathematical skills and problem-solving abilities.
• Willingness to undertake practical and theoretical training.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
• Support with electrical breakdowns, fault finding and repairs.
• Learn to diagnose and troubleshoot electrical faults.
• Follow health and safety procedures and electrical safety standards.

Skills

Electrical interest

Positive attitude

Mathematics skills

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Safety focus

Willingness to learn

Pre-apprenticeship exposure

Education

Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician

Job description

Whilst studying an Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician over 48 months, you’ll have the opportunity to work on:

• Installing and maintaining lighting, power outlets and electrical systems.
• Assisting with the installation of sensors, electric motors, drives and PLC systems.
• Performing preventative electrical maintenance and routine inspections.
• Supporting qualified tradespeople with electrical breakdowns, fault finding and repairs.
• Working with sophisticated industrial equipment and automated systems.
• Assisting with industrial wiring, electrical installations and control systems.
• Learning to diagnose and troubleshoot electrical faults.
• Following workplace health and safety procedures and electrical safety standards.
• Carry out other duties that are within the limits of trainee skills, competence and ability as required.

What we’re looking for -

• A genuine interest in electrical work, technology and automation.
• A positive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop new skills.
• Good mathematical skills and strong problem-solving abilities.
• Mechanical aptitude and an interest in understanding how equipment works.
• Previous exposure to electrical projects, robotics, electronics kits or pre-apprenticeship training (highly regarded).
• Confidence using hand tools and a willingness to develop practical skills.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
• A strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
• A willingness to undertake both practical and theoretical training.

Must haves -

• Willingness to undergo a pre-employment medical including, audio testing, spirometry and a functional capacity assessment.

Why Zeal Futures?

We do more than just get you a job. We employ you and back you the whole way - with training, mentoring, guidance, support and real career opportunities. Real income, real skills.

• Nationally recognised training
• Access to coaching, training & support
• Discounts on Health & Wellbeing services
• Counselling and ongoing mentoring
• Opportunities to rotate across employers for further exposure.

Applications close 3rd of December 2026.

Zeal Futures is an equal opportunity employer and proud Diversity Champion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds – including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women in trades, mature-age applicants, and people with disabilities or diverse cultural backgrounds. If you require assistance with the recruitment process (for instance, this may be filling out forms, interviews, or completing online tests), please contact your recruitment representative. We are happy to provide any necessary reasonable adjustments or assistance you may need. Please do not hesitate to ask for any help. We look forward to hearing from you.