YourLiebherrCareer : Apprentice Technician - Electrical Fitter

Liebherr; South Australia; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in South Australia is looking for an Apprentice Electrical Fitter. This 4-year apprenticeship offers a Certificate III in Electrotechnology with hands-on experience and training from skilled professionals. Ideal candidates should have completed Year 11, possess a driver's license, and have a passion for learning. Benefits include world-class training, employee discounts, and above award hourly rates.

Benefits

World-class training

Full coverage of TAFE Fees

5 bonus leave days

10 weeks paid parental leave

Discounts at 300+ retailers

Qualifications

• Passion for learning, high attention to detail.
• Positive attitude and commitment to safety.
• Drivers License and access to transport by January 2026.

Responsibilities

• Set up testing, repair and maintenance of electrical systems.
• Carry out diagnostics & troubleshooting of systems.
• Work on electric drive truck high voltage systems.

Skills

Hand Tools

Commercial Electrician Experience

Electrical Experience

Troubleshooting

Power Tools

Education

Year 11 completion

Certificate II or pre-apprenticeship course

Job description

Opportunity

Join Liebherr Australia as an apprentice Electrical Fitter so you can earn while you learn!

You will undertake a Certificate III in Electrotechnology gaining hands‑on experience and mentoring from our highly skilled professionals. This 4-year apprenticeship will equip you with the skills needed to become a qualified Electrical Fitter.

Our Apprenticeship Program offers comprehensive training and on‑going support empowering you to reveal and discover your full potential.

Key Details

• Start Date : 12th January 2026
• Location : Para Hills West facility featuring an on‑site caf quarterly staff lunches and free parking

What you will learn as an Apprentice Electrical Fitter

• Set up testing, repair and maintenance of electrical systems and equipment
• Carry out diagnostics & troubleshooting of hydraulic, electrical and mechanical systems
• Work on electric drive truck high voltage systems
• Carry out the complete process of remanufacturing large mining components including disassembly, condition assessment, refurbishment, assembly and testing

About you

• Passion for learning new things, enthusiasm, sense of pride, high attention to detail
• Positive attitude, problem solver and a high commitment to safety
• Drivers License and access to transport to and from the facility by January 2026
• Completed year 11 before January 2026
• Full working rights in Australia
• Certificate II or pre‑apprenticeship course in a relevant field (highly desirable)

Benefits

• World‑class training and support
• Full coverage of TAFE Fees and factory certified training programmes
• Above award hourly rates (Manufacturing and Associated Industries and Occupations Award 2020)
• Generous employee benefits :

• 5 bonus leave days with ability to purchase additional leave
• 10 weeks paid parental leave
• Early access to long service leave (LSL)
• $3000 internal employee referral programme
• Discounts at over 300 retailers through Liebherr One Hub to save on groceries, travel and so much more!

About our Process

As part of the recruitment process there are several checks which may be conducted to demonstrate applicants suitability for a role including police / criminal background checks, medical, drug and alcohol testing, due diligence checks, right to work checks, reference checks and / or aptitude testing.

About us

The Liebherr Group started 75 years ago in Germany by Hans Liebherr creating the world's first mobile tower crane. Today in Australia Liebherrs mining division is seeing significant growth and pioneering into new technologies.

Diversity and Inclusion

Diversity and inclusion sit at the heart of the Liebherr Groups Core Values. We are committed to building a workforce that is representative of the communities in which we live, work and operate. Our culture thrives on mutual respect, teamwork and diversity of thought in the workplace.

Culture

We are dedicated to seeing our employees work together in an environment that fosters the true meaning of collaboration; a culture that creates the highest quality cutting‑edge products, long‑lasting relationships and improved organisational and individual capabilities. We aim to give our employees an opportunity to grow and develop their careers.

How to apply

Only online applications will be considered with a closing date of Friday 12th September 2025.

Candidates are advised that interviews may commence before closing date. Liebherr‑Australia reserves the right to withdraw the job advertisement earlier than the date stipulated above.

No agencies or third parties please.

Have we awoken your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your online application. If you have any questions please contact Oliver Davis.

One Passion. Many Opportunities.

The company

Liebherr‑Australia Pty Ltd is part of the Liebherr Group which employs nearly 50000 people in more than 140 companies and 50 countries on every continent. Liebherrs decades of experience, knowledge and dedication to the highest quality and most reliable technologies makes Liebherr a respected leader and a trustworthy partner to industry. Liebherr‑Australia is responsible for selling and servicing earthmoving machines, mining machines, mobile cranes, tower cranes, maritime cranes as well as deep foundation machines throughout Australia and New Zealand. Though the companys 20 hectare Head Office Complex is based in Adelaide Australia the commitment to and support of New Zealand customers is unwavering.

Location

Liebherr‑Australia Pty. Ltd.

1 Dr Willi Liebherr Drive

5096 Adelaide

Australia (AU)

Contact

Oliver Davis

Key Skills

• Hand Tools
• Commercial Electrician Experience
• Construction Experience
• Electrical Experience
• EMT Experience
• NEC
• Mechanical Knowledge
• Schematics
• Heavy Lifting
• Programmable Logic Controllers
• Power Tools
• Troubleshooting

Employment Type

Full‑Time

Vacancy

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