Electrical Apprentice — Hands-On Workshop Training (NSW)

First Nations Jobs; Hexham; On-site; AUD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Downer, a leading energy and utilities company, is offering a full-time electrical apprenticeship based in Hexham NSW, starting mid-January 2027. You will be part of a dedicated crew constructing electrical assets in a controlled workshop environment, gaining hands-on experience with switchboards and switch rooms under skilled supervision.

The role emphasizes learning essential electrical trade skills, safety, teamwork, and high-quality workmanship, with exposure to multiple site projects as

Qualifications

• Completed Year 10 or higher (Year 12 preferred) with Pass marks in Maths & English.
• Willingness to travel to different projects/sites as part of the apprenticeship.
• Committed to safety, teamwork, and high-quality workmanship.
• Hands-on, workshop-based environment.

Responsibilities

• Construct electrical assets in a workshop environment.
• Assemble switchboards and wire switch rooms.
• Learn essential electrical trade skills from qualified professionals.
• Gain long-term career prospects within Downer Energy & Utilities.

Skills

Willingness to travel

Safety orientation

Hands-on attitude

Teamwork

Education

Year 10+ completed

Job description

Downer, a leading energy and utilities company, is offering a full-time electrical apprenticeship based in Hexham NSW, starting mid-January 2027. You will be part of a dedicated crew constructing electrical assets in a controlled workshop environment, gaining hands-on experience with switchboards and switch rooms under skilled supervision.

The role emphasizes learning essential electrical trade skills, safety, teamwork, and high-quality workmanship, with exposure to multiple site projects as