Engineering Apprenticeships Programs & Requirements

TAFE Requirements:

• Certificate I in Electrotechnology (Pre Apprentice Electrical)

Skills:

• Problem solving abilities
• Team work
• Ability to work independently
• Strong in science, mathematics and technical work
• Good eye sight
• Physically fit

Personalities Suited to the Job:

Engineering apprenticeships require you to be able to work well with a team, be cooperative, work well with your hands, and have patience and enthusiasm. As well, you should be keen on all technical devices and innovations.

Engineering Apprenticeships for School Leavers

You are able to begin an engineering apprenticeship after the completion of year 10. This is especially a good idea for those who are more eager to work with your hands and use your science and math skills to develop, build, and construct rather than sitting in a classroom.

Engineering Apprenticeships for Adults

Adults are eligible and encouraged to pursue engineering apprenticeships and are frequently hired as engineering apprentices.

Engineering Apprenticeship Wages

This is the highest paid apprenticeship and can lead to very successful, profitable careers.

Starting Wages:

An engineering apprentice can earn between $35,000-80,000 per year.

Earning Capacity:

Once engineering apprenticeships are completed, you can look forward to earning approximately $112,006 per year.

Engineering Apprenticeship Jobs

Vacancies:

There are a vast number of areas that aspiring engineering apprentices can pursue including mechanical, civil, automotive, industrial, and environmental engineering, just to name a few. Within these areas are also many specific jobs that you can pursue depending on your area of speciality or interest.

Most jobs are in the building and construction, manufacturing, mining, energy and water supply industries.

Current apprenticepower Jobs Available in This Industry:

Apprentice 1st Year – Engineering Mechanic