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Application instructions
Your application must include a resume and cover letter. Tell us about any relevant experience, the skills you have or are working towards and why you are the best candidate for the role, ensuring you address the criteria listed below.
Criteria
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You will have completed year 10 and hold or be working towards a current driver's licence. It is desirable to have completed or working towards completion of a Certificate II in Electrotechnology or Engineering Pathways. We will also require you to complete health assessment and background checks.
What to include in your application:
Need some more information? Check out our frequently asked questions below
We offer Electrical, Mechanical fitter, Linesworker (Bass Strait islands only) and Trainee Maintenance Assistant apprenticeships in various locations across Tasmania.
However, we may not offer all types of apprenticeships in all locations, as they will change each year depending on upcoming planned projects and skills required in each location.
Tell us about your practical and hands-on experience you have, for example, if your hobbies include tinkering with your car, woodwork, welding, etc. start a photo portfolio of some of your work.
You must have completed year 10, and it is desirable to have completed or working towards completion of a Certificate II in Electrotechnology or Engineering Pathways.
You'll be asked to submit your application, then we shortlist suitable applicants. From there you will be asked to complete an aptitude test and finally a face-to-face interview.
Yes.
However, to be considered you must have either permanent residency or a Visa that is valid for the duration of the apprenticeship.
Absolutely!
The only age related requirement is to have completed year 10, or completed prior to the start date.
Trainee Maintenance Assistant is a two year traineeship.
Electrical, Mechanical and Linesworker are four year apprenticeships.
Apprenticeships commence on the first Monday of February each year. You will undertake a comprehensive induction hosted in Hobart.
Training provided to apprentices includes:
Training provided to trainee maintenance assistants includes:
Sorry, no.
We are unable to provide assistance for travel and accommodation costs as part of the recruitment process for relocations.
We are committed to finding ways to retain great talent in the business and ensure we create amazing career opportunities for people.
While we can't guarantee a full-time position on completion of your apprenticeship, we are committed to supporting your career development and will work with you closely throughout your apprenticeship to ensure you have full visibility of opportunities that may be made available.
Get in touch with our recruitment team at recruitment@hydro.com.au
You'll be asked to submit your application, then we shortlist suitable applicants. From there you will be asked to complete an online video interview and finally attend an assessment centre.
As part of our process we will conduct some background checks, these will include references, police check and a medical (don’t worry, all costs associated with this are covered by us).
Please ensure you complete all steps as soon as possible as we are unable to make our final decision until all checks are clear.
An online test designed to measure your potential to excel in certain skill areas related to the needs of the job.