Do you want to deliver work that truly matters to our community?

There’s never been a better time to join the energy industry! At Western Power we’re working towards our vision for a clean energy future and we’re looking for diverse, passionate people to join our team of world leading experts.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an Automotive Electrical Apprentice at our Kewdale, for a 4 Year Apprenticeship.

About this role

As a Western Power Apprentice, you will be expected to operate safely and effectively while working towards your trade qualification.

During your four-year apprenticeship, you will undertake regular classroom and practical training to learn the trade skills you require. Back in the workplace you’ll be guided and mentored by qualified and experienced team mates to apply these skills working on Western Power fleet vehicles.

During your apprenticeship you’ll gain the theoretical knowledge and practical skills to become a qualified Heavy Vehicle Mechanical or an Automotive Electrical Tradesperson.

To see what it’s like to be an apprentice at Western Power, click here.

About you

We are seeking someone with experience and attributes that include:

• Minimum of C Grades in Year 10 English and Maths or equivalent or equivalent and/or a mechanical / auto electrical pre apprenticeship.
• Valid WA ‘C’ Class Drivers Licence (desirable)
• The ability to effectively communicate and work collaboratively in the workplace, including updating formal leaders and team-mates of your commitments regarding the apprentice program and training
• Demonstrated constructive behaviours in line with Western Power values
• Motivation and commitment to complete the apprenticeship in your chosen career path
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical, along with regular drug and alcohol testing
• Commitment to safety in the workplace

Joining Western Power

Our people play a vital role in creating an innovative, safe, and supportive workplace, living our values and delivering exceptional service to the communities in which we operate.

We are committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, women, young & mature age workers, the LGBTQI+ community.

We are an employer of choice, offering our employees a range of benefits that include:

• Competitive salary plus 11% superannuation
• Flexible work arrangements that support part time work, flexible working hours and working from home arrangements
• Professional Development opportunities including training initiatives and study assistance
• An award-winning employee recognition and benefits programme
• Access to five Employee Network Groups – First Nations, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse, Diverse Sexualities and Genders, Women, and People with Disability – which celebrate and communicate the diversity of our workforce and connect diversity and inclusion to our broader business activities
• The opportunity to purchase up to four weeks of additional leave per year
• Access to salary packaging, social club activities, and discounted health insurance and gym membership

Important information

We are committed to our Disability Access and Inclusion Plan 2021 - 2027 and ensuring that people with disability have equal opportunities to gain and maintain employment with Western Power. It is strongly encouraged that people with a disability who meet the inherent requirements of the position description apply for this role.

We are also proud to have launched our Innovate RAP in Mar 2022 (Reconciliation Action Plan). Our Innovate RAP outlines our commitment to the Reconciliation journey in WA.

Our recruitment process requires that all candidates who progress to the pre-employment stage must hold a police clearance issued within the last six months.

Join us and play a part in powering the future of Western Australia.

To find out more about us please visit https://www.westernpower.com.au/about/

Applications close on 25 November 2022

Submit your application by clicking the ‘apply’ button.