Becoming an Electrician

Why Choose Electrical?

Electrical workers are highly-skilled tradespeople, essential to a thriving economy.

You’ll be entering a field where you’ll be in high demand, have plenty of earning potential and great job security.

There’s a good balance of mental and physical challenge – solving problems and working with your hands. And down the track, the chance to be your own boss,

Want variety? Electricians have a diverse range of career opportunities including wiring new houses, building and maintaining electricity supply and telecommunications networks, driving renewable energy projects, working on major construction projects and more.

Finding a Placement

To find an electrical placement in NSW, start by looking at online job boards like SEEK or Indeed, and also consider specialised platforms like Supply Workforce for the electrical supply industry.

Network with contacts in the electrical field and explore options with Group Training Organizations (GTOs) who help match apprentices with employers. Additionally, consider reaching out to electrical employment agencies such as Electrogroup.

Apprenticeship Facts

The first step to becoming an electrical worker is doing an apprenticeship.

An electrical apprenticeship usually takes four years. It consists of on-the-job training (where you work) and off-the-job training (at TAFE or trade school).

There will be challenges along the way during your apprenticeship, but the rewards make it all worthwhile.

TAFE & Training Info

To become a licensed electrician in NSW, you need to complete the UEE30820 Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician qualification, which is usually done as an apprenticeship.

This involves both on-the-job training and attending TAFE or an RTO (Registered Training Organisation). Both TAFE and RTOs offer electrician courses that align with this qualification, including both full-time and part-time options.