Typical Career Progression
| |
Position |
Remuneration |
Experience |
Qualifications |
| Start Position |
1st Year Apprentice
|
$24,000
|
0 Years
|
Minimum Year 10 Pass |
| 1st Promotion |
2nd Year Apprentice
|
$30,000
|
1 Year
|
Ongoing training through a registered
training organisation (RTO) or TAFE
for the duration of the apprenticeship |
| 2nd Promotion |
3rd Year Apprentice
|
$40,000
|
2 Years
|
As above |
| 3rd Promotion |
4th Year Apprentice
|
$50,000
|
3 Years
|
As above |
| 4th Promotion |
Qualified |
$80,000 + Depending on work demands |
4 + Years |
As above |
*The above table is to be used as a guide only
Typical Accountabilities and Responsibilities
| Start Position |
Working under the supervision of a qualified electrician to complete a wide range of tasks. |
| 1st Promotion |
Working under the supervision of a qualified electrician to complete a wide range of tasks. |
| 2nd Promotion |
Working under the supervision of a qualified electrician to complete a wide range of tasks. |
| 3rd Promotion |
Working under the supervision of a qualified electrician to complete a wide range of tasks. |
| 4th Promotion |
Fully qualified electrician, able to work independently and complete a full range of tasks. |
*The above table is to be used as a guide only
Career Path Options
As this is an industry that will experience rapid technological change, those with experience need to have the ability to meet the demands of this flexible yet challenging and rewarding career. Qualified electricians may choose to further specialise into areas such as High Voltage work or Solar and alternative energies. After some time in the job, electricians can advance into management roles, including project management.
One of the aspects of electrical work that appeals to some electricians is the opportunity to establish a company and be self employed.
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