The Opportunity

Partnered with our host, Johnson Controls Australia, we are looking for an Electrical and Instrumentation Apprentice who wants to get hands-on with the tools while completing a Dual Trade qualification UEE30820 Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician and a UEE31220 Certificate III in Instrumentation and Control.

This opportunity is ideal for a 3rd or 4th-year Electrotechnology Electrician or Instrumentation and Controls Apprentice looking to broaden their skills across multiple disciplines.

This position is full-time and based at Johnson’s Controls in Windsor office in Brisbane.

Job Details

You will be working alongside industry professionals while completing a blend of on-the-job training and theory coursework and working all over the Brisbane region.

You will develop knowledge of the functions of HVAC equipment, support with programmed maintenance activities, fault finding on complex systems, develop the skills to program and configure the Building Management System and more.

As an Electrical and Instrumentation Apprentice your duties will include:

• Support the installation of building automation systems under guidance

• Assist with routine maintenance tasks across multiple sites

• Work closely with internal teams to build the skills needed for a Controls Technician role

• Learn and participate in point-to-point and functional testing of HVAC control systems

• Read and interpret wiring diagrams to support installation and maintenance tasks

• Aid in monthly planned service maintenance alongside experienced technicians

• Develop experience in completing accurate documentation for work completion and invoicing

• Train in programming and configuring Building Management Systems (BMS)

• Learn to complete all necessary paperwork to support project close-out and billing

• Manage, transport, and organise tools and equipment on-site

• Assist with planned repairs, new installations, and commissioning of various air conditioning systems

Benefits

• Full time contract including paid annual and personal leave
• Access to 1:1 mentoring
• The chance to learn from experienced industry professionals
• Opportunity to access Government support payment of up to $5000 over the first 2 years of apprenticeship

About You

We are looking for individuals who want to know ‘how it all works’ when it comes to technology and thrive on problem solving. You don’t just pull things apart, you put them back together with your own improvements.

As well as this we are looking for the following:

• A passion for the industry and wanting a career not a job
• Good numeracy and literacy skills
• Current flu shot
• CPR/LVR
• Experience with OEM branded control equipment (Metasys) would be highly regarded
• Current driver's licence
• A construction White Card (or be willing to get one)
• Ability to pass a pre-employment Medical, Drug and Alcohol and Police Check

Apply Now

If you're ready to roll up your sleeves, embrace new challenges, and build a solid foundation for your career then apply here.