POSITIONS VACANT APA own and operate Australia’s largest gas network with over 1800 people across almost 70 sites throughout mainland, regional and remote Australia. APA also own or have interests in gas storage facilities, gas-fired power stations, gas processing plants, wind farms and solar farms. We have a strong commitment to achieving the best outcome through an inclusive and collaborative culture.
APPRENTICE ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN • ASX Top 50 Leading Gas and Energy Infrastructure Company • Cobar, NSW
THE ROLE You will be an integral part of the Operations team, learning from our highly skilled tradespeople. This position will not only give you a nationally recognised trade qualification (Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician, with the view to upskill to Instrumentation), but will also provide entry to a fantastic career in the energy industry. Your apprenticeship will consist of 3 - 4 years of both formal classroom training and onsite work experience. After completion, there will be the opportunity for permanent employment and further development of your career with APA. The role will be based with our fantastic team at Cobar. Your TAFE fees will be covered by APA, and all equipment and PPE will be provided. You just need to bring your enthusiasm and willingness to learn!
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Assist with scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities • Assist with repairs/replacement of fault plant • Participate in upgrades and modifications to new plant and systems • Assist with install, commission, test, calibrate, monitor, fault find and diagnose, repair, maintain, overhaul and service equipment • Perform electrical duties under the guidance of qualified team members • Assist team members onsite and site housekeeping • Attend TAFE and complete the required coursework • Learn the safe and correct operation of machinery and use of hand and power tools • Conduct safe-work risk assessments
ABOUT YOU • A school leaver or mature aged applicant - Women and Indigenous Australians are strongly encouraged to apply • Able to listen carefully and follow directions • Willing to work hard in a team environment • Self-motivated • Detail focused and thorough in your work • A good communicator • Enthusiastic and dedicated to learning and developing your skills • Ready and keen to commit to building your career as a trade-qualified Electrical Technician
Sound like your kind of career? We'd love to hear from you. APA is an equal opportunity employer. The safety and sustainability of our people, community and environment is our focus. We embrace diversity in our people to ensure our workforce is representative of the communities that we operate in. When you join us on this journey to success, you will have access to targeted career development programs, competitive remuneration, employee benefits, work–life balance and wellbeing programs.
Please submit your resume and cover letter via email to roger.mitchell@apa.com.au Applications close Friday, July 28, 2023
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