Publicly owned energy distributors Ergon and Energex are inviting applications for apprenticeships.
Minister for Energy, Anthony Lynham said the utilities needed 86 apprentices next year with opportunities to be offered at 41 depots from Far North Queensland to the Gold Coast and west to Mount Isa and Longreach.
“Because of Queensland’s strong health response to COVID-19, we have been able to action Queensland’s plan for economic recovery,” Dr Lyneham said.
“Central to that plan is a safe, reliable energy supply to business and industry backed by our publicly-owned energy assets.”
He said some of the apprentice positions available included electro-technology electricians, linespersons and underground cable jointers.
Dr Lynham said the apprentices would be joining the electricity industry at an exciting time.
“Queensland’s renewable revolution is full steam ahead with almost 6,700 megawatts of renewable energy generation capacity either operational or committed,” he said.
“The apprentices will be the next generation of energy workers who will have the skills to support Queensland’s ongoing transition to a renewable future.”
The Minister said the year had driven home the importance of having world-class skills and resources within the community.
“Successful applicants will undertake training for an initial four-week block in early 2021 before heading to their home depots to begin their careers in the field.
Applications close with the utilities on 8 September.
