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Fully funded training for electrical designers

06 March, 2023

Transport for NSW is offering an Electrical Designer in Training program, available to electrical engineering students looking for a career in preparing designs for traffic signals and lighting projects.


Electrical apprentices eligible for govt funding

29 November, 2022

Electricians are among the 75 high-priority occupations included in the federal government's Australian Apprenticeships Priority List.


Qld's $23m renewable energy training facility

18 October, 2022

The Queensland Government has launched a training facility to give workers the skills they will need for the thousands of jobs to be created under its Energy and Jobs Plan.


Why an electrical skills plan is vital for Australia

07 September, 2022

The Electrical Trades Union has formed an alliance with leading industry groups and key stakeholders to develop a new skills plan it says is crucial to the nation's energy transition.


Big opportunity for electrical apprentices in SA

06 September, 2022

SA Power Networks has commenced advertising for an intake of 69 new powerline and electrical apprentices in early 2023 and will also expand its trainee intake to include a new cadetship category.


Scholarship to propel next gen of female electrical engineers

31 August, 2022

Jemena has partnered with Monash University to offer an annual scholarship for a female student in a bid to encourage more women to pursue electrical engineering careers.


Survey exposes lack of support for electrical apprentices

23 August, 2022

Australia is facing a major training crisis, with a new survey revealing the soaring cost of living and a failing mentorship system are pushing electrical apprentices to the brink of quitting.


Climate Change Bill gets thumbs up from NECA

17 August, 2022

NECA has welcomed the passing of the federal government's Climate Change Bill 2022 in the House of Representatives.


Electrical workers upskilled for bright future

16 August, 2022

The Vic Govt is upskilling electrical workers, with the aim of improving community safety and equipping the workforce to be part of the state's growing renewable and new energy sectors.


Boost for Tas electrical sector

09 August, 2022

Tasmanian Minister for Skills, Training and Workforce Growth Felix Ellis MP has welcomed the state's newest crop of project managers as state-wide training kicks off in Hobart this month.


Growing EV popularity prompts safety reminder

19 July, 2022

With electric vehicles growing in popularity, WorkSafe is reminding employers of their obligations to provide appropriate training and supervision to mechanics working on potentially dangerous EV systems.


New platform for Aust solar installers

21 June, 2022

OpenSolar and Global Sustainable Energy Solutions have announced a new partnership that offers Australian solar installers a one-stop shop for running a solar business while securing and maintaining CEC accreditations.


Young women empowered to join electrical industry

14 June, 2022

NECA is bridging the gender diversity gap within the electrical industry through a variety of initiatives aimed at educating young women about trades.


Large donation for future electricians

24 May, 2022

Schneider Electric has donated products worth over $200K to Australian universities and TAFEs to help support the next generation of electricians.


Free energy program for small businesses

11 May, 2022

Small to medium-sized businesses looking to help solve the energy challenges of tomorrow are invited to apply for an upcoming tailored program run by CSIRO.


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