Electrical Trade Assistant / Apprentice

The Virtual Recruiter; Sydney; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on experience with generators

Mentorship from licensed electricians

Safety-focused team environment

Job summary

Pramac (a Generac Company) in Minto, NSW seeks a reliable Electrical Trade Assistant or Apprentice for our workshop and service team. You’ll assist with assembly, testing, commissioning and fault-finding of generators and power equipment, working alongside licensed electricians.

Formal qualifications aren’t mandatory; we value attitude and safety-mindedness and will match pay to experience. Apprentices in 1st–3rd year can earn $35–$43 per hour, while experienced Trade Assistants can earn up to

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications required; attitude and safety mindset matter most.
• Interest in electrical systems and industrial power equipment.
• Ability to follow instructions and work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist licensed electricians with electrical and mechanical assembly, wiring and service activities.
• Route and secure cables and harnesses, fit batteries and protection devices as directed.
• Support pre-delivery checks, testing, commissioning and basic fault-finding under supervision.
• Read electrical drawings and work instructions relevant to your level.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Mechanical aptitude

Basic computer skills

Education

No formal qualifications required

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

Pramac (a Generac Company) | Minto, NSW 2566 | Full-time, in person

About Us

Pramac, a Generac Company, leads the evolution to more resilient, efficient, and sustainable energy solutions. Since 1966, we've been a global benchmark in the production of generators and warehouse material handling equipment. Operating in over 150 countries with 17 branches and 8 manufacturing plants, we're proud to provide innovative products for diverse markets worldwide.

As a leader in power generation, we strive to deliver top-quality performance while maintaining a collaborative and inclusive work culture. With Pramac Racing in MotoGP and cutting-technology advancements, we bring passion, innovation, and performance into everything we do.

The Opportunity

We're looking for a reliable, safety-focused Electrical Trade Assistant or Electrical Apprentice to join our workshop and service team in Minto. You'll support the assembly, pre-delivery preparation, testing, commissioning, servicing and fault-finding of generators, lighting towers, control systems and associated power equipment - working alongside experienced, licensed electricians and technicians.

Whether you're an experienced Trade Assistant or ready to start (or continue) a formal NSW electrical apprenticeship, we'll match the role - and your pay - to your experience and current status. Formal qualifications aren't mandatory - we're looking for the right attitude, aptitude and safety mindset.

Note: We're currently looking for apprentices in their 1st to 3rd year.

What's on Offer

• Apprentices (1st-3rd year): $35 - $43 per hour
• Experienced Trade Assistants: up to $50 per hour, depending on background
• Hands-on experience with industrial generators, control systems and related power equipment
• Practical coaching and mentoring from experienced electricians and service technicians
• A safety-focused team environment with genuine opportunities to build technical capability and progress
• A supported pathway for candidates entering or continuing a formal electrical apprenticeship

Key Responsibilities

• Assist licensed electricians and technicians with electrical and mechanical assembly, wiring and service activities
• Route, identify and secure cables and harnesses, and fit batteries, connectors and protection devices as instructed
• Support pre-delivery inspections, functional checks, testing, commissioning and basic fault-finding under supervision
• Read and follow electrical drawings, schematics and work instructions appropriate to your level
• Prepare generators and equipment for dispatch, including accessory fit-ups and documentation
• Follow WHS requirements, safe work procedures, isolation controls and PPE requirements at all times
• Complete job records, time sheets and, where applicable, apprenticeship logbooks and competency records
• Maintain tools, equipment and a clean, organised workshop

What You'll Need to Be Successful

• Genuine interest in electrical systems, industrial power equipment and developing practical trade skills
• Strong safety awareness, reliability, and the ability to follow instructions and work well in a team
• Mechanical aptitude and confidence using hand and power tools safely
• Sound literacy, numeracy and basic computer skills for drawings, measurements and job documentation
• Ability to safely lift up to 20kg and perform practical workshop duties
• No formal qualifications required - we'll assess based on attitude, aptitude and relevant experience
• Reliable transport to Minto; a driver's licence, Construction White Card or forklift licence are advantageous but not essential

Why Join Us?

At Pramac, we don't just build products; we build careers. If you're ready to get hands-on and build a genuine trade career in power generation, we want to hear from you.