Applications now open

Take the first step towards your exciting new career! Join us for practical training and work experience at our Transgrid depot in Wagga and Yass. Our skilled trainers and technicians will guide you through a substation tour, power station tour, hand skills and wiring training, and much more.

The 5 week program starting on the 3rd of March 2025 will consist of a combination of classroom learning, online self-paced at home learning and in-field work experience. This is your chance to step outside of your comfort zone and learn something new.

At the program's conclusion, Apprenticeship roles in both Transmission Lines and Substation Electricians Trades will be available for a select number of dedicated individuals.

Apply below to see more details about the program and to submit your application. Applications close 19 January 2025. 

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Program overview

Transgrid is excited to be running our award-winning Pre-Apprentice Program for Women in Yass and Wagga, providing you with hands-on experience with real work crews along with highly interactive National Recognised training that supports credit towards a variety of electrical supply industry (ESI) qualifications. This is a great way to get a head start on your apprenticeship as an electrical tradesperson and learn whether the industry is right for you, before committing to a full apprenticeship.

Join us for an unforgettable experience and a potential new career path in the high-voltage industry!

Learning modules include:

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Training program details:

Our skilled training and technicians will guide you through a substation tour, power station tour, hand skills and wiring training, and much more.

Training schedule:
Week 1 – Classroom and online training
Week 2 - Classroom and online training
Week 3 – In field Work Experience
Week 4 - In field Work Experience
Week 5 – Final assessments and graduation

Key dates:

  • Applications open: Now
  • Applications close: Sunday, 19th January 2025
  • Program start date: Monday, 3rd March 2025
  • Program end date: Friday, 4th April 2025

Please note as the program is conducted during the school term, if you are in high school you must supply written approval from your school in the application stage to participate in this program.

To be considered, you must have:

  • Eagerness to join and complete the Pre-Apprentice Program
  • Ability to travel and stay in remote locations for multiple nights during work experience activities.
  • Interest in finding out more about the electrical supply industry
  • Transport arrangements to attend your local Yass or Wagga Regional Centres for in-person study components and work experience.
  • Completed minimum Year 10 school studies
  • Ability to commit to the attendance requirements in the training program dates listed above

Join us for an unforgettable experience and a potential new career path in the high-voltage industry.