Whether you’re just starting out or changing direction, a Transgrid apprenticeship sets you up for a secure, meaningful career. Earn from $70,330 to learn real skills, work on critical energy infrastructure with real support, and contribute to Australia's clean energy future.
Creating your profile takes around 2-4 minutes. You can save and come back to complete your application anytime until 12 July 2026.
with a starting salary of over $70,330
over 4 years
across real projects in the field
from experienced trades people
and real career pathways
helping to deliver the energy transition
See how I built my career from the ground up at Transgrid.
Your future doesn't have to wait. It starts now — hands on.
We welcome applications from:
No prior experience needed, just a willingness to learn, show up, and give it a go.
Creating your profile takes around 2-4 minutes. You can save and come back to complete your application anytime until 12 July 2026.
Yes, see below for the application process in detail.
When applying, you will need to submit an up-to-date resume and provide details of your work experience, qualifications and referees.
Once applications have closed if you have progressed to the next stage of the recruitment process, you will be emailed an invitation to complete online selection test that can be done in your own time. This test measures your ability relating to the advertised role within the electrical industry as a technical. All results will remain confidential to Transgrid.
You will receive an email informing of whether you will progress to the next stage. This will involve:
You will be informed of the outcome of your interview via email or phone. If you are successful, you will be subject to Transgrid’s pre-employment assessments, which will include reference checks, criminal history record check, medical check, qualification checks etc.
Note: Not all candidates that go through Stage 4: Pre-employment Assessments will be offered a position.
Upon successful completion of all assessments, you may be contacted to confirm a place in the Apprenticeship Program.
This offer will be formalised with an appointment letter and new starter information package.
We offer apprenticeships in electrical trades, including substation, transmission line work and control and communications technicians. No prior experience is required.
We offer placements across NSW and the ACT, including metro and regional locations like Wagga Wagga, Tamworth and Western Sydney.
You don’t need a degree or trade experience. A willingness to learn, a strong work ethic and safety mindset are what we’re looking for.
Absolutely. We actively encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, and all diverse backgrounds.
Dates vary each year. Register your interest and we’ll keep you informed as soon as new opportunities become available.
Our program runs for four years and includes on-the-job learning and TAFE study to gain a nationally recognised qualification.
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