An EleCtrical apprenticeship WILL KEEP YOU EnGAGED
Our electrical apprentices are responsible for installing, maintaining and troubleshooting electrical wiring systems. You will find yourself working in homes, commercial or industrial buildings, and even machines and large pieces of equipment.
What makes working as an electrician an exciting choice?
Tremendous benefits including job security and career growth potential
Growing industry and diversification due to advances in technology
Ongoing construction boom in New Zealand, skilled electricians are in high demand
Every day can bring something new and fresh
What you need to know
An electrical apprenticeship is 3-4 years (6,000-8,000 hours of practical work experience), depending on prior experience and qualifications
As a hands-on trade, electrical apprentices require sound problem-solving skills and a good understanding of maths and physics
The apprenticeship involves a combination of on-job work experience with your host business, as well as off-job block courses (day or night)
On completion, you will receive a New Zealand Certificate in Electrical Engineering, Level 4
Find out what you can earn as a qualified electrician here
Career opportunities when you’ve finished
your Electrical Apprenticeship
Working as an electrician can be a very diverse career. You could find yourself working in any of the following areas:
Residential
Your tasks can range from installing, maintaining and repairing electrical and power systems in houses and apartments through to automating houses and integrating different systems.
Commercial
You will usually be working in office buildings, retail stores, hotels, warehouses, hospitals and airports undertaking installation, maintenance and reparation electrical work.
Industrial
You will be based on industrial sites including manufacturing plants, factories, mines or water treatment plants installing, maintaining and repairing motors, equipment and power systems.