Electrical Apprentice

B&R Enclosures; Sydney; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

B&R Enclosures in Sydney NSW is seeking an Electrical Apprentice to join our workshop team, assisting in the assembly and wiring of low-voltage switchboards.

The 4-year apprenticeship combines on‑the‑job training and formal TAFE education, with start times at 6am, Monday to Friday, and a strong emphasis on safety, quality, and attention to detail. You will develop practical trades skills while working with the Electrical Integration team, with a pathway to becoming a skilled electrician.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and commit to a 4-year apprenticeship
• Good English language ability and numerical understanding
• Mechanical aptitude and basic computer skills
• Able to work full-time, starting at 6am, Monday to Friday
• Willing to complete manual handling tasks
• Able to learn B&R systems and Microsoft Office
• Adhere to Work Health & Safety and Quality requirements
• Have own transport to get to and from work
• Pass Pre-Employment Medical including drug and alcohol testing
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality

Responsibilities

• Assist in the assembly and wiring of low-voltage switchboards
• Interpret electrical schematics and install components such as circuit breakers
• Participate in on-the-job training and formal TAFE education
• Maintain workspace safety and quality standards

Skills

Willingness to learn

English language proficiency

Numerical understanding

Mechanical aptitude

Full-time availability

Manual handling

Pre-Employment Medical

Attention to detail

Own transport

Safety compliance

Computer skills

Learn B&R systems

Education

Certificate III in Electrotechnology (Electrician)

Tools

B&R systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

We have a vacancy for an Apprentice Electrician in Wetherill Park, NSW supporting the assembly and wiring of custom-built electrical switchboards.

The Company

B&R Enclosures is Australia's largest manufacturer of electrical enclosures, switchboard building systems, racks and cabinets providing innovative solutions to the Electrical, Data and Communications Industries.

We’ve been proudly Australian-owned for over 70 years. Our success is built on quality, community, and a commitment to growing from within. When you work at B&R, you’re part of a team that values effort, integrity, and your future.

The Role

As an electrical apprentice, you will be based within the workshop assisting in the assembly and wiring of low-voltage switchboards. You will learn all aspects of the electrical trade including, but not limited to, interpreting electrical schematics, installing electrical components such as circuit breakers and conducting basic testing.

This 4-year apprenticeship will provide you with the theoretical and practical skills to develop yourself into a highly skilled and competent trades person, with structured training provided both on-the-job and through formal TAFE education.

The Person

We are looking for a reliable, team player who is able to work as part of the Electrical Integration team, with a commitment to learning and ongoing development, capable of completing a Certificate III in Electrotechnology (Electrician).

To be successful in this role, you must:

• Have a willingness to learn and commitment to complete 4 -year apprenticeship, including training onsite and externally
• Have good English language and numerical understanding, and mechanical aptitude
• Be able to work full time, starting at 6am - Monday to Friday
• Be able to complete manual handling tasks
• Have basic computer skills or willingness to learn, including B&R systems and Microsoft Office
• Adhere to all Work Health & Safety and Quality requirements
• Have own transport to get to and from work
• Have a passion for quality and excellent attention to detail
• Complete a Pre-Employment Medical, including drug & alcohol testing