Apprentice Systems Electrician
| Location: Dry Creek - SA |
Job ID: 587
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Job Description: An opportunity exists for a first year apprentice Systems Electrician (Maintenance Electrician) at one of our prestigious host companies “Bombardier Transportation Australia Pty Ltd”.
This is a great opportunity to gain a qualification working within the Rail Industry. The work is varied and challenging. This is a great opportunity to learn the business and rail service industry from the ground up and offers both on and off the job training.
As the global leader in rail technology, Bombardier views it as there corporate responsibility to maximize the environmental benefits of rail travel. That's why they have put sustainable mobility at the heart of design, engineering and operating philosophy.
Their mission is to be the first choice for customers, the best performer in the industry and the most exciting place to be by
• Providing superior value and service to our customers through first rate total systems integration and project management.
• Creating profitable growth by investing in our people and products.
• Optimizing safety, efficiency and environmental performance of our products.
• Setting high standards and delivering as promised.
Key facts
Worldwide: 59 production and engineering sites as well as 20 service centres in 25 countries, with over 100,000 vehicles in operation
You must be committed to a 4 year apprenticeship. All your training costs and protective clothing provided. Minimum of year 11 schooling required with adequate computer skills.
Candidates are required to have basic numeracy and literacy skills, enjoy working within a team environment and be motivated to forge a career in this industry.
This is a skills shortage trade so attracts the Federal Governments Tools For Your Trade Initiative incentives, subject to eligibility. Award wages apply and public transport is available.
To apply please send your resume to Paul McPherson on (08) 8300 0134, or email paul.mcpherson@aigroup.asn.au
More information about this type of job.
Plant/Maintenance Electrician
What does an Plant/Maintenance Electrical apprentice do?
As an Plant/Maintenance Electrician you will be involved in:
- making, fitting or repairing electrical machines, instruments or appliances
- applying electrical knowledge in the course of your work
As an Plant/Maintenance Electrician you must be able to:
- read mechanical drawings, electrical wiring diagrams or specifications to find out job requirements
- decide which parts and materials are needed and check them for accuracy using measuring instruments
- make or alter metal parts, assemble parts and check that they fit and are lined up correctly
- select and cut wires or cables, strip insulation from wire ends and connect wires or cables to terminals or connectors according to wiring diagrams
- position and assemble parts on site
- operate and maintain machine tools such as lathes, drilling machines, welding and heating equipment and hoists.
Electrical Fitters may specialise in areas such as switchboard builders, armature winders who wind or rewind electrical motors and generators or electrical instrument fitters who test, repair and maintain electrical measuring equipment used in industry.
How long does a Plant/Maintenance Electrical apprenticeship last?
The term is for four (4) years.
What would I need?
- normal colour vision
- manual dexterity
- diagnostic ability
- ability to colour code
- reliable transportation or access to reliable public transportation
- strength and stamina to work with heavy tools and materials
- desire to do a precise and thorough job.
How do I get a Trade Certificate?
A trade certificate can be obtained by successfully completing on-the-job training at the employer’s work place and off-the-job training with an accredited training provider. For details of units of competency/modules that need to be completed during the apprenticeship to obtain a trade certificate, contact a training provider.
Posted: 2010-07-22 |
