Telecommunications Apprenticeship

New Economy Minerals Jobs; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Alliance SI invites applications for a Telecommunications Apprenticeship in Melbourne, VIC. This program combines hands-on field work with formal training, focusing on fibre, copper cabling, and data-centre environments.

You will gain practical skills across installation, testing, safety, and project handover, with defined career paths from Leading Hand to Specialist roles.

Qualifications

• Interest in technology, telecommunications, networks, or hands-on technical work.
• Practical mindset with willingness to learn new skills.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in quality work.
• Reliable, punctual and team-oriented.
• Good communication and ability to ask questions.
• Commitment to safety procedures and professional conduct.
• Ability to obtain a White Card and pass background checks.
• Driver's licence or reliable transport is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Install containment, cable pathways, racks and structured cabling systems.
• Pull, terminate, label and test fibre and copper cabling.
• Work in data halls, communications rooms and enterprise network environments.
• Support testing, commissioning, quality checks and project handover.
• Complete workplace training, classroom learning and apprenticeship assessments.
• Follow safety procedures, site rules, security requirements and Alliance SI standards.
• Lead Hand tasks and mentor others as part of project delivery.
• Supervisor duties to coordinate projects and drive outcomes.
• Specialist / Project Manager path development.

Skills

Team player

Good communication

Safety-conscious

Willing to learn

Attention to detail

Reliable & punctual

Education

White Card eligible

Job description

Job Details

• Telecommunications Apprenticeship
• 13 October
• Alliance Si - Melbourne, VIC
• IT
• Source: uWorkin

What your apprenticeship may involve

• Installing containment, cable pathways, racks and structured cabling systems.
• Pulling, terminating, labelling and testing fibre and copper cabling.
• Working in data halls, communications rooms and enterprise network environments.
• Supporting testing, commissioning, quality checks and project handover.
• Completing workplace training, classroom learning and apprenticeship assessments.
• Following safety procedures, site rules, security requirements and Alliance SI standards.
• Leading Hand - Lead tasks, mentor others and support project delivery.
• Supervisor - Manage teams, coordinate projects and drive successful outcomes.
• Specialist / Project Manager - Advance into technical specialist or project leadership roles.

About The Employer

For 49 years, Alliance SI has delivered telecommunications and electrical infrastructure across Australia. Today, our teams help build the digital backbone supporting data centres, cloud platforms, AI infrastructure, healthcare, education, finance, government and enterprise networks.

We invest in our people through structured development, mentoring, wellbeing initiatives and clear career pathways. Our apprentices are not simply extra hands on site - they are the future technicians, leaders and specialists of our business.

Our Commitment

Alliance SI acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we work and pays respect to Elders past, present and emerging. We proudly support diversity and inclusion. As members of Empowered Women in Trade (EWIT), we welcome applicants of all genders, cultures and backgrounds.

About The Candidate

• Paid Development: Gain recognised qualifications through a combination of hands-on work and formal training., You do not need data centre experience. We are looking for people with the right attitude, genuine interest and commitment to completing the apprenticeship.
• A genuine interest in technology, telecommunications, networks or hands-on technical work
• A practical mindset and willingness to learn new skills
• Strong attention to detail and pride in producing quality work
• Reliable, punctual and comfortable working as part of a team
• Good communication skills and the confidence to ask questions
• Commitment to workplace safety, procedures and professional conduct
• Ability to obtain a White Card and successfully complete required background checks
• Driver's licence or reliable transport is highly regarded

NO DATA CENTRE EXPERIENCE?

That's okay. We are looking for potential, attitude and commitment. We will provide the training, mentoring and practical experience to help you build a successful career.

Work Environment

• Modern Technical Skills: Develop expertise in fibre, copper, structured cabling, testing and installation.
• National Business: Join a company with 49 years of telecommunications and critical infrastructure experience.
• People-First Culture: Be part of a safe, inclusive team that values quality, collaboration and career growth.