Apprentice Electrician

Visy; Sydney; On-site; AUD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee benefits

Supportive environment

Career growth

Job summary

Visy invites aspiring electricians to join our Smithfield Beverage Can plant as an Electrical Apprentice. You’ll learn from experienced tradespeople while gaining hands-on experience in electrical maintenance, fault finding and automated systems in a fast-paced FMCG setting.

You’ll complete a 4-year program, work with PLCs and automation, and graduate as a qualified Electrician with clear career paths within Visy’s large-scale operations across Australia and New Zealand.

Qualifications

• Completed Year 12 or equivalent.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Complete a 4-year Electrical Apprenticeship in an FMCG 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, and control systems.
• 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.

Skills

Electrical aptitude

Mechanical aptitude

Hands-on learner

Team player

Education

Year 12 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.

About the opportunity:

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 Year 12 or equivalent.
• 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.

What you’ll love when you join us:

• Employee Benefits: Access to a range of health, wealth, and lifestyle services and discounts.
• Supportive Environment: Join a team that values safety, respect, and collaboration.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for further training and career advancement within the company.

Visy is powering the circular economy, closing the loop between packaging, remanufacturing, and recycling. Over 75 years, we've grown to 7,000 employees and 150 global operations – predominately in Australia and New Zealand.

We believe materials are not recycled until they’ve been made into new products. We collect and sort recyclable materials like paper, cardboard, glass, plastics and metals from households and businesses, and locally remanufacture them back into new, sustainable packaging. From cardboard boxes, water bottles and jam jars to food and beverage cans, we are using recycled content to power Australia and New Zealand’s food and beverage packaging industry.

Ready to make a difference? Be a key player in shaping our future!

You will be required to meet Visy’s employment criteria which will include a criminal history check and pre-employment medical (including drug & alcohol testing).

Visy is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.