Electrical Apprenticeship 2027 - Burdekin

Wilmar Sugar Australia Limited; Burdekin Shire; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Trade training fees covered

Full trade toolkit provided

Competitive pay and benefits

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Wilmar Sugar & Renewables invites applications for a four‑year Apprentice Electrician in the Burdekin region, starting February 2027. The program combines on‑the‑job learning with Cert III Electrotechnology (Electrician) through a Registered Training Organisation (e.g., TAFE).

You will work alongside experienced tradespeople to develop skills in maintenance, repair and operation of electrical systems within a sugar manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in pursuing a career in the electrical trade.
• Interest in how electrical equipment, machinery and control systems operate.
• Good problem-solving skills and willingness to learn from experienced tradespeople.
• The ability to work safely, follow instructions and contribute to a team.
• Commitment to completing the practical and theoretical requirements of your apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

• Learn to install, maintain, test and repair electrical systems, machinery and equipment under the supervision of qualified tradespeople
• Assist with electrical fault finding, troubleshooting and responding to equipment breakdowns.
• Develop skills in working with motors, electrical circuits, switchboards and industrial control systems.
• Participate in preventative maintenance programs to support the reliability and performance of plant and equipment.
• Assist with electrical installations, upgrades and improvement projects.
• Complete work orders, timesheets, training records and other required documentation.
• Work collaboratively with tradespeople and other team members while following electrical safety procedures and safe work practices.

Skills

Electrical systems

Troubleshooting

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Problem solving

Job description

About The Business

With a history of over 160 years in the Australian and New Zealand sugar industries, Wilmar Sugar & Renewables operates across sugar cane growing, sugar manufacturing, refining, exporting and marketing, as well as the production of renewable electricity, ethanol and sustainable agricultural products.

As Australia's largest raw sugar manufacturer, Wilmar operates eight sugar mills across North Queensland and is also a major producer of renewable electricity from biomass and bioethanol.

About The Role

An exciting opportunity is available for individuals looking to start their career as an Apprentice Electrician with Wilmar Sugar & Renewables in the Burdekin region commencing in February 2027.

This four-year apprenticeship provides the opportunity to complete a Cert III Electrotechnology (Electrician), combining practical, on-the-job experience with formal training delivered through a Registered Training Organisation, such as TAFE.

Working alongside experienced tradespeople, you will develop practical skills in the maintenance, repair and operation of mechanical plant and equipment within a sugar manufacturing environment.

Primary responsibilities

• Learn to install, maintain, test and repair electrical systems, machinery and equipment under the supervision of qualified tradespeople
• Assist with electrical fault finding, troubleshooting and responding to equipment breakdowns.
• Develop skills in working with motors, electrical circuits, switchboards and industrial control systems.
• Participate in preventative maintenance programs to support the reliability and performance of plant and equipment.
• Assist with electrical installations, upgrades and improvement projects.
• Complete work orders, timesheets, training records and other required documentation.
• Work collaboratively with tradespeople and other team members while following electrical safety procedures and safe work practices.

What you will bring

We're looking for someone who is motivated to learn, enjoys practical problem-solving and has an interest in electrical systems and technology. You'll bring:

• A genuine interest in pursuing a career in the electrical trade.
• An interest in how electrical equipment, machinery and control systems operate.
• Good problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn from experienced tradespeople.
• The ability to work safely, follow instructions and contribute to a team.
• A commitment to completing the practical and theoretical requirements of your apprenticeship

The Rewards

At Wilmar, you will be part of a team that values safety, learning and teamwork. We offer competitive pay and benefits, including additional leave and superannuation entitlements and exclusive partner discounts.

To support you throughout your apprenticeship, Wilmar will cover your trade training fees (TAFE) and provide a full trade-specific toolkit.

You will gain practical experience working alongside qualified tradespeople while developing the skills and knowledge needed for a career in the mechanical trade.

Wilmar Sugar & Renewables is an equal opportunity employer.

Business unit Non seasonal