3rd-4th Year Apprentice Electrician

About Us

O’Brien Energy is an Australian-owned company delivering process heat and energy solutions to industrial and commercial clients nationwide.

We specialise in boilers, steam systems, combustion and industrial energy solutions — helping industry improve efficiency and reduce emissions.

Our Values

Our values are at the heart of how we work at O’Brien. They guide how we treat each other, how we make decisions and how we work together to achieve the best outcomes for our customers and the business

• Be a Good Human
• Play as one Team
• Make the Complex Simple
• Enjoy the Journey
• Think Like an Owner

The Role

Due to continued growth, we are seeking a motivated 3rd–4th Year Apprentice Electrician to join our experienced service team.

Based out of our Prestons NSW workshop, this hands-on role provides exposure to industrial electrical systems, controls, and onsite energy equipment across a wide range of customer sites.

You will work closely with qualified tradespeople, gaining valuable experience in servicing, maintenance, fault finding, and installation across industrial and commercial environments.

Key Responsibilities

Under supervision and as part of a high-performing service team, you will assist with:

• Electrical maintenance, servicing, and repair of industrial boilers and process heat systems
• Electrical troubleshooting, diagnostics, and fault finding onsite
• Installation of electrical controls, instrumentation, and related equipment
• Assisting with start-up, commissioning, and performance testing of equipment
• Supporting scheduled servicing and preventative maintenance programs
• Assisting with customer site works, upgrades, and improvement projects
• Maintaining high standards of safety, workmanship, and customer service
• Other tasks relative to the industry to help build skills and experience

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Current 3rd or 4th year electrical apprenticeship
• Manufacturing / industrial maintenance experience preferred (or similar industry experience)
• Current Driver’s Licence (required)
• White Card (required)
• Ability to travel occasionally
• Strong interest in industrial environments and hands-on technical work
• Ability to follow procedures, take direction, and work safely at all times
• A positive attitude, strong communication skills, and willingness to learn

What We Offer

• Overtime and travel opportunities
• Uniform provided
• Long-term career development and ongoing technical training
• A supportive, innovative, and sustainability-focused work environment
• Opportunities to build specialist skills in a high-demand industrial sector

Apply Now

If you’re a driven apprentice electrician looking to build a long-term career in the industrial energy sector, we’d love to hear from you.