Electrical Apprentice

CBRE; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Data Center Solutions in Melbourne is seeking a Data Center Apprentice to gain hands-on experience across preventive maintenance and repairs within a live data center operation. You will support end-to-end service delivery under mentorship from an experienced platform team.

The role targets early-career technicians enrolled in a 3rd/4th year program and who are completing a Certificate III in Electrotechnology, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration, or Electrical. Shift work applies.

Qualifications

• Completed Year 10/12 and currently pursuing a 3rd or 4th year college program or technical course.
• Certificate III Electrotechnology Electrical / Air Conditioning & Refrigeration or Electrical in progress.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily site inspections of Mechanical & Electrical systems.
• Support environmental conditions to maintain safe work environment.
• Observe and assist with emergency repairs from Building Management System alarms.
• Take meter readings (UPS, PDU, utilities) during walkthroughs.
• Participate in required training and complete job responsibilities.
• Maintain maintenance records and documentation.
• Help ensure subcontractor performance meets Master Service Agreement requirements.
• Develop understanding of Mechanical and Electrical troubleshooting.
• Contribute to a clean and organized work environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

MS Office

Education

Year 10/12 completed

Certificate III Electrotechnology / AC&R or Electrical (in progress)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Support high-growth operations at a leading static site and client location in the booming Hyperscale Data Center sector.

Multiple roles available – Year 3-4 (Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration) and Electrical.

Attractive salary package + comprehensive compensation & benefits.

Performance-driven culture – your efforts are recognised and rewarded.

Career growth opportunities – take your career to the next level… the sky’s the limit.

Autonomy meets support – manage service delivery end-to-end while being mentored by an experienced platform team.

Full time role - Temporary (Opportunity to upscale as Trades Technician in Data Center)

Static Role Support - 1 Client and 1 location at Derrimut Victoria, Melbourne

Work on shift - 12 hours roaster - 4 on- 2 days/2 nights, 4 days off (6 am -18:00)

About Us – CBRE Data Center Solutions

CBRE Data Center Solutions (DCS) is a global leader in delivering integrated real estate, facilities, and technology solutions across the entire data centre lifecycle.

Our team brings deep expertise across all DCS service lines, combining capital markets insight with technical excellence to unlock value for data centre owners, occupiers, and investors worldwide.

About the Role:

As a CBRE Data Center Apprentice, you will assist the team in performing preventive maintenance and

corrective repairs within a Data Center operation. This role is designed to provide you with hands on

experience and foundational knowledge in data center operations.

What You’ll Do:

Assist in daily site inspections of all Mechanical & Electrical Engineering systems and technical equipment

Support the team in ensuring the site's environmental conditions provide a safe work environment

Observe and assist with emergency repairs in response to Building Management System alarms

Help with taking meter readings from UPS, PDU’s, and u li es during building walkthroughs

Participate in the complete on of all required training to ensure successful completion of job-related responsibilities

Follow established procedures in the performance of repetitive tasks or job activities

Assist in maintaining comprehensive maintenance records and documentation

Support the team in ensuring subcontractor performance meets all requirements per the Master Service

Agreement

Develop a basic understanding of Mechanical and Electrical troubleshooting

Contribute to maintaining a clean and organized work environment

What You’ll Need:

Completed Year 10/Year 12 & currently enrolled in a 3rd or 4th year college program or technical school TAFE/RMIT/Polytechnique or relevant

Australian Citizen - comfortable with NV1 vetting or detailed Background Check process

Currently completing Certificate III Electrotechnology Electrical /Air conditioning & Refrigeration or Electrical

Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role, including stooping, standing, walking, climbing

stairs/ladders, and lifting/carrying heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more

Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and work well within a team

Familiarity with Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and Outlook

Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset and a willingness to learn

Basic math skills, including the ability to calculate simple figures such as percentages, discounts, and markups

Ability to follow safety processes and requirements to ensure a safe work environment

Willingness to work shifts that may include weekends and holidays

Ability to develop skills to perform basic activities in the role and grow within the organization