Electrical Apprenticeship

Lactalis; Stanhope; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid on-the-job training

Mentoring from experienced trades

Career progression toward trade qual.

Job summary

Lactalis Australia in Stanhope, VIC, is seeking a 1st Year Electrical Apprentice to complete a Certificate III in Electrotechnology. Working alongside qualified Electricians, you'll gain hands-on training in industrial electrical maintenance, automation and fault-finding within a large-scale manufacturing environment.

You'll learn about PLCs, motors and control systems, electrical safety, preventative maintenance and continuous improvement while earning and progressing toward a trade-qualified

Qualifications

• Completed Year 10 or higher.
• Genuine interest in electrical systems and technology.
• Enjoys problem solving and understanding how equipment works.
• Demonstrates initiative and a willingness to learn.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Committed to working safely.
• Holds a current driver's licence or is actively working towards obtaining one.
• Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Pre-Apprenticeship) highly regarded but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside qualified Electricians and receive hands-on training.
• Develop technical skills to become a trade-qualified Electrician in a large-scale manufacturing environment.
• Exposure to industrial maintenance, automation and fault-finding.
• Learn about PLCs, motors and control systems, and electrical safety procedures.

Skills

Electrical curiosity

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Year 10 or higher

Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Pre-Apprenticeship) desirable

Job description

At Lactalis Australia, we produce some of the country's most recognised dairy brands. Our Stanhope facility operates around the clock using advanced electrical, automation and process control systems that support the manufacture of products supplied throughout Australia and international markets.

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our Maintenance Team as a 1st Year Electrical Apprentice and complete a Certificate III in Electrotechnology.

Working alongside qualified Electricians, you will receive hands-on training while developing the technical skills and experience required to become a trade-qualified Electrician within a large-scale manufacturing environment. Manufacturing apprenticeships commonly provide exposure to industrial maintenance, automation and fault-finding across modern production facilities.

What You'll Learn

Throughout your apprenticeship, you'll gain practical experience in:

• Industrial electrical maintenance
• Fault finding and troubleshooting
• Motors, drives and control systems
• PLCs, instrumentation and automation
• Electrical safety and isolation procedures
• Preventative and breakdown maintenance
• Continuous improvement and reliability practices
• Working within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment

About You

We're looking for someone who:

• Has completed Year 10 or higher
• Has a genuine interest in electrical systems and technology
• Enjoys problem solving and understanding how equipment works
• Demonstrates initiative and a willingness to learn
• Has strong communication and teamwork skills
• Is committed to working safely
• Holds a current driver's licence or is actively working towards obtaining one

A Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Pre-Apprenticeship) will be highly regarded but is not essential. Pre-apprenticeship qualifications are commonly identified as a valuable pathway into electrical apprenticeships in Victoria.

What We Offer

• Earn while you learn
• Nationally recognised trade qualification
• Paid on-the-job training
• Mentoring from experienced tradespeople
• Exposure to advanced manufacturing technology
• Training and PPE provided
• Career opportunities within a global business
• A supportive and safety-focused team environment

Interested?

If you're looking to build a rewarding long-term career and learn from experienced industry professionals, we'd love to hear from you.