Start your Electrotechnology Apprenticeship with ATEC

ATEC Group Training offers a complete approach. Our electrical apprentices receive a balanced mix of practical training and the necessary formal education to become qualified electricians. Support from ATEC starts at the recruitment stage and continues through apprenticeship placement. On completion of Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician (UEE30820), apprentices are eligible for an Unrestricted, Unsupervised Electrical Workers Registration in South Australia. Once qualified work can be carried out with other tradespeople, by becoming a contractor, or starting your own business.

ATEC Group Training connects apprentices with host employers who offer essential hands-on experience to develop technical skills and workplace competencies. Host employers gain from having skilled and motivated apprentices on their teams as they acquire on-the-job experience. Our placement process ensures that apprentices encounter various aspects of electrotechnology, including the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems, equipment, and components in diverse settings.

ATEC Group Training directly hires apprentices, offering them stable jobs and a structured training plan. This approach alleviates much of the administrative workload for the host employer, permitting them to concentrate on delivering hands-on training while providing peace of mind for apprentices. Acting as the official employer, ATEC Group Training manages wages, insurance, and workplace conditions, guaranteeing that apprentices receive solid support from the very first day.

ATEC's Registered Training Organisation (RTO) delivers all off-job theoretical and practical training, while on-job experience is obtained through ATEC GTO host employer placements with skilled tradespeople. The RTO component covers key areas like electrical theory and principles, safety procedures and regulations, installation of electrical systems and equipment, maintenance and repair, fault finding, interpretation of technical diagrams and schematics, and compliance with industry standards and codes. ATEC RTO trainers are experts in electrotechnology, ensuring apprentices receive up-to-date, industry-relevant instruction. Over a four-year period, this training complements the practical, on-the-job learning, creating a well-rounded education. On completion of the apprenticeship, apprentices receive the nationally recognised UEE30820 – Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician, qualifying them to work independently as electricians.

An electrical apprenticeship with ATEC Group Training Organisation offers a comprehensive educational experience Including a dedicated ATEC Field Officer. ATEC’s mission is to excel in the delivery of quality vocational training, resulting in apprentices receiving expert specialised training. Upon completing the apprenticeship, graduates receive a valuable formal qualification and gain four years of practical experience. By choosing a recognised Group Training Organisation like ATEC, which has over 35 years of industry experience, apprentices secure job stability that many employers may not provide.

Other key benefits of an electrical apprenticeship through ATEC Group Training include:

• Hands-on experience: You will receive practical exposure to different areas of electrotechnology processes.
• Practical Training: Collaborate with skilled professionals in various working electrical environments.
• Mentorship and Guidance: Apprentices benefit from mentorship during their journey, guided by experienced tradespeople. This allows them to learn best practices and grasp industry standards from experts in the field. ATEC’s GTO also assigns each apprentice a dedicated Field Office throughout their apprenticeship.
• Career Progression: The skills acquired through your apprenticeship can serve as a stepping stone to advanced electrotechnology roles.
• Earn as You Study: Enjoy a reliable paycheck during your apprenticeship.
• Job Security and Support: ATEC Group Training assists your apprenticeship by managing placements, wages, insurance, and providing mentorship.
• Nationally recognised qualification: Completing your apprenticeship secures your Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician (UEE30820), which is acknowledged Australia-wide.
• Pursuit of Excellence: ATEC’s fundamental values emphasise an ongoing commitment to excellence in every facet of training.

Employing an electrical apprentice via ATEC Group Training provides host employers with notable benefits, including flexible placement alternatives, recruitment assistance, and mentorship initiatives. ATEC Group Training takes care of administrative tasks, such as overseeing government incentive programs, ensuring necessary insurance, and managing payroll.

1. Register your interest on the ATEC website: Once you submit a registration of interest with ATEC Group Training, you’ll be contacted to provide a resume and potential interview.
2. Finding an Apprenticeship Placement: If your interview is successful, ATEC Group Training will match you with suitable host employers based on your skills, interests, and career goals.
3. Signing a Training Contract: A formal training contract outlines the apprentice’s obligations and the employer's responsibilities. This ensures both parties are committed to the program's success.
4. Commencing Training: Apprentices begin their dual training, splitting time between on-the-job training with their host employer and attending courses at ATEC RTO to cover the academic aspects of electrotechnology.
5. Gaining Certification: After completing the four-year apprenticeship and fulfilling all requirements, apprentices earn their Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician (UEE30820). This qualification signals their readiness to work as fully qualified electricians.

After successfully completing all practical and theoretical components of the apprenticeship, individuals are awarded the UEE30820 Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician. This qualification certifies that the individual has the skills necessary to work independently in the trade and perform necessary tasks, including:

• Installation of Electrical Systems and Equipment: Develop the skills to install electrical systems in various settings, maintaining strict quality and safety standards.
• Diagnose and Repair Electrical Faults: Gain expertise in identifying problems within electrical systems and equipment, ensuring they function efficiently and safely.
• Circuit analysis and problem-solving: Apprentices gain the ability to solve problems in DC circuits, low-voltage AC circuits, and multiple-path circuits.
• Safety procedures: Extensive training in work health and safety regulations, codes, and practices in the electrical workplace.
• Technical Interpretation: Skills in interpreting and using drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes, and specifications.
• Connect and Test Electrical Systems: Build proficiency in integrating components and verifying that systems operate as intended.
• Inspect and Test Completed Work: Learn to evaluate electrical installations and systems for compliance, quality, and safety.

An electrical apprenticeship through ATEC Group Training provides a structured and rewarding pathway to becoming a qualified electrotechnology electrician. The skills and experience gained with this qualification open a wide range of career opportunities in the industrial sectors, commercial settings, and other specialised industries and technical areas. ATEC Group Training offers comprehensive support throughout your apprenticeship, laying the groundwork for a successful and dynamic career in the electrotechnology sector.

Choosing ATEC for your electrical apprenticeship means gaining access to an established training provider with over 35 years of experience in workforce development. ATEC’s dual role as GTO and RTO ensures that apprentices receive the highest education and training. All the while, host employers can also benefit from streamlined staffing solutions. Take the first step toward becoming a qualified Electrotechnology Electrician today.

Register your interest in an electrical apprenticeship now by clicking on the Expression of Interest Form.