- Fixed Term (4 Years) Full Time
- Monday to Friday, 76 hours per fortnight, 9 day fortnight
- Order – Apprentices and Trainees Wages and Conditions
- Location – Rockhampton
Earn While You Learn
Kick-start your career with Rockhampton Regional Council and gain hands-on experience in the electrical industry. Working alongside skilled trade professionals, you will develop practical skills and technical knowledge while assisting with the installation, maintenance and repair of Council's electrical assets, traffic signals and associated road safety systems that help keep our community moving safely.
You will learn to diagnose faults, repair and maintain a wide range of electrical infrastructure and equipment, while gaining valuable experience using electrical and electronic testing equipment, including multimeters, recorders and calibrators. Guided by experienced and qualified Electricians, you will build a strong foundation in industry best practice and develop the skills, knowledge and confidence needed for a successful career as an Electrician.
As part of this role, you will undertake a Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician, which has a nominal four-year study term. Supported by our experienced team, you will receive on-the-job training, formal education and mentoring to help you successfully complete your apprenticeship and establish a rewarding career in the electrical industry.
Curious about where a career with Council could take you? Join us on Wednesday, 12 August 2026 for an inspiring Information Session where you’ll connect with current employees and supervisors, meet the recruitment team, discover real stories and career journeys and explore exciting opportunities and pathways within Council. See link below for more information.
What we are looking for
- An electrical aptitude with the passion to learn and grow
- Positive attitude with the ability to work well in a team environment
- Self-motivated with a passion for learning
- Focus on workplace health and safety
- Enthusiastic and motivated individual who is able to use initiative
Assessment & Selection Period
Applicants should be available during the following assessment dates:
- All Apprenticeships & Traineeships (excluding BATS):
Tuesday, 8 September – Thursday, 10 September 2026
To be eligible for this role, applicants must be
- Aged 15 years or older and no longer at school.
- Able to meet citizen, residency, and visa requirements to undertake a traineeship.
- In possession of a C Class Driver Licence (Minimum Provisional).
- Able to complete a satisfactory Criminal History Check - Police Certificate (Australia Wide Name Only Police Check).
Rockhampton Regional Council Traineeship & Apprenticeship opportunities are made available with the assistance of government funding. This position is subject to further eligibility requirements. Applicants must meet one of the following identified groups (you can meet more than one requirement):
- Young people (aged 15 – 24 years)
- People with disability
- Long-term unemployed job seekers
- Displaced workers
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
- Women re-entering the workforce
- Mature-age job seekers (45 years or older)
- Veterans and ex-ADF personnel and their families
- Migrants and refugees from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
To apply for this opportunity, please submit three (3) documents
- Completed application form – find linked below with the position description.
- Your Current resume and your most recent school report card (if you are at school or have left school in the last three years).
- Please provide a 1-2 page Cover Letter addressing each dot point below.
Application Criteria
- A genuine interest in pursuing a career in the electrical industry, including electrical infrastructure and traffic signal maintenance.
- The ability to learn new skills, follow instructions and apply theoretical knowledge in a practical workplace setting.
- A strong focus on workplace health and safety, with the ability to follow procedures and work safely in a variety of environments.
Please use Council’s cover letter template and ensure you clearly label each Application Criteria in your cover letter.
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Applications Close: Monday 31 August 2026 at Midnight (AEST)
All employees are encouraged to apply
