Apprentice Substation Electrician

We strive to reflect the community we serve and support the needs of our people who are critical to our success. With Zero Harm at the foundation of everything we do, we want everyone to get home safely. 

We act as one team to move Melbourne. 

About the role: 

The MTM Infrastructure Division currently has an opportunity for Electrical Apprentices. During your 4-year apprenticeship, you’ll develop your skills and knowledge through on the job training - performing routine maintenance, renewals, reactive maintenance and system alterations within the Substations and Facilities networks. Your training will involve a mix of infield and classroom-based learning. 

This Apprenticeship is a fantastic opportunity to develop a unique skillset that will allow you to become an invaluable member of MTM through the completion of Certificate III in ESI – Electrotechnology, and becoming a qualified Electrician. The roster does involve day, afternoon and night shifts, so please be aware that 24/7 shift availability is an essential requirement for this role. 

Responsibilities include: 

Attend TAFE or Trade school as required by education provider.  Participate in and support Metro Trains’ ongoing business improvement process.  Be able to work at heights and from a range of elevated work platforms.  Assist trade qualified personnel to undertake fault finding, diagnosis, repair and reporting. Assist trade qualified personnel to maintain, repair, adjust, construct, install, renew, inspect and modify traction substation equipment including, HV AC and DC switchgear, control systems, auxiliary equipment, LV substation equipment and HV AC and electrolysis underground network. Undertake manual handling and small plant operation.  Operate road vehicles, small plant and other specialised vehicles (e.g. hi-rail EWPs). 

About you: 

Committed to completing Certificate III in Electrotechnology.  Committed to completing a Rail Safety competency, in accordance with Metro Trains Safety procedure.  Willing to work shift work on a 24-hour, 7 day a week roster.  Able to follow instructions, with the confidence to ask for help or guidance when necessary.  Confident working unsupervised.  Hold a current Victorian manual driver's licence – preferred. 

Metro’s commitment to a Diverse, Equitable, and Inclusive culture

Metro acknowledges the Victorian Traditional Owners of the land on which our rail network operates, the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung and Bunurong peoples of the Kulin Nation.

At Metro, we know that a diverse, equitable, and inclusive company is a more innovative and successful one that reflects the communities we serve. We strive for a workplace where everyone is treated fairly and respectfully. A workplace that provides equitable access to opportunities, resources, and where individuals can bring their whole selves to work. In addition, being recognised and rewarded for their contribution to our collective success.

We are committed to fair, equitable and merit-based employment and recruitment practices, and we encourage all interested applicants to apply.

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