FAQs
Each registered apprenticeship is for a set period of four years.
During the four years of your apprenticeship you will undertake regular off the job training learning the trade skills you require. Back in the workplace you will be guided and mentored by qualified and experienced colleagues to apply these skills while working on the Western Power network.
A Certificate II in Electrotechnology for our electrical apprenticeships and a Certificate II in Automotive Servicing Technology for our mechanical apprenticeship, whilst not a pre‐requisite is looked upon favourably. Depending on the apprenticeship you will also need to have completed either year 11 or 12 secondary education with English and strong Mathematics.
At Western Power safety is our number one value. Safety training is a priority for the organisation and both employees and apprentices are continually updated on safety best practice. As a Western Power apprentice, you will be expected to operate safely and effectively.
The ordinary hours of work are 37.5 hours per week. As you become more experienced there may be a need for additional hours (overtime) dependent on business needs.
This apprenticeship is a fixed term contract for four years. Once and apprentice has completed their qualification and deemed competent they will be offered a full-time position in a trade-qualified role.