About John Holland

We’re all about transforming lives by finding solutions to complex challenges across a wide range of industries including infrastructure, property, rail, building and water projects in Australia, New Zealand and South East Asia.
From the epic, to the intimate, everything we do improves life for someone, somewhere. It gives our business momentum and means we approach things a little differently.
While our competitors talk about what they do, we focus on why we do it. We transform communities to make them easier to move around, more connected and better to live in.
Are you up for the challenge?

About the role

We are looking for aspiring Electrical Apprentices that will have the opportunity to kick-start their career with Australia’s leading rail contractor and will learn from a team of expert tradespersons who are committed to delivering exceptional projects.

At John Holland we see our Electrical apprentices as our future rail leaders, and you’ll complete the first stage of a structured learning and development program that’s designed to arm you with the skills needed for a big future in our industry.

As an Electrical Apprentice you’ll gain practical on the job experience while receiving extensive training and a Certificate III in electrotechnology. Apprenticeships are typically for four years with the ability to complete earlier.

Over the 4-year term of the apprenticeship you’ll gain skills and experience with:
• Low Voltage Installations
• Medium Voltage Installations
• Electrical control systems
• Rail DC Traction Systems

Working conditions:
• Based out of John Holland’s Spotswood workshop
• Workshop and site based work throughout apprenticeship and career.
• Typical hours are 7:00AM to 3:30PM Mon-Fri, the requirement to work different shifts might

occur depending on the project’s requirements. These shifts might include overtime, weekend

work and night shift work. The candidate must be flexible with the hours of work.
• John Holland will cover the cost of successfully completed TAFE units
• Must be able to provide own transport to travel to work sites.
• Availability to work in regional areas is required.

To be successful in this role you must have:
• A genuine passion for Electrical Work.
• An ability to undertake manual/physical work
• Completed a pre-Apprenticeship course in Electrotechnology (Preferred)
• Ability to work at heights
• Ability to follow instruction and work effectively in a team
• And understanding of WHS
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong work ethic
• An ability to meet deadlines and work calmly under pressure
• Motivated and reliable

Selection process:
The selection process will include:
• Psychometric, Literacy and Numeracy assessments
• Reference checks
• Pre-employment Medicals including Drug and Alcohol screening.

John Holland is up for the challenge of transforming lives.

As part of the team, you help us deliver on our promise to transform lives. Your success is reflected in ours, so we’re committed to being an employer of choice. We pride ourselves on having a diverse and inclusive workplace, as different perspectives and ideas will deliver our long-term success.

We’ll do all we can to help you develop your skills, and make a difference, right from the start. We have a flexible workplace and focus on all aspects of your physical and mental health and safety.
We want you to be with us for the long-term, so providing you with rich career experiences and ongoing development is our priority. Women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and other minority groups are encouraged to apply.

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