Hunter Power Systems Pty Ltd – Beresfield NSW
Hunter Power Systems | GenRent is seeking a motivated and mechanically minded 1st Year Apprentice Electrician to join our team in Beresfield. This is a unique prospect to complete your electrical apprenticeship while developing valuable specialist skills in diesel generators, electrical control systems, switchboards, automatic transfer systems and temporary power equipment. You will learn in our fully equipped generator workshop and, as your skills and experience develop, accompany qualified tradespeople to customer sites across the Hunter Region and beyond. You will work on generator systems ranging from small portable units through to mine specification and large industrial power systems used in mining, defence, infrastructure, agriculture, aged care, construction and commercial facilities.
About you
Be honest, reliable and hard working
Be interested in electrical systems, machinery, engines or how equipment works
Be reliable, punctual and willing to learn
Follow instructions and work safely
Have good practical, problem-solving and communication skills
Work logically, carefully and in an organised manner
Be comfortable working with tools and machinery
Hold a current Australian driver licence, with a minimum P1 licence
A full-time, four-year electrical apprenticeship
A nationally recognised electrical trade qualification
Structured, supervised training with experienced tradespeople
Hands-on experience from the beginning of your apprenticeship
Exposure to electrical, mechanical and generator control systems
Varied work across our workshop, rental fleet and customer sites
Experience across a broad range of industries and equipment sizes
The opportunity to develop specialist, highly transferable power-generation skills
A supportive team environment within an established Newcastle business
About us
Established in ****, Hunter Power Systems specialises in generator sales, service, repairs, projects and engineered power solutions. Our rental division, GenRent,



operates an extensive fleet of generators. Our Beresfield facility includes a dedicated workshop where our team undertakes generator servicing, repairs, overhauls, upgrades, control-system work, mine-specification modifications and new generator builds. We are a close-knit local team with experienced electricians, generator technicians and electrical engineering capability.
What you will learn
Working under the supervision of qualified tradespeople, you will progressively learn to:
Assist with the assembly, wiring, testing and commissioning of generator systems
Work with generator control systems, switchboards, circuit breakers, batteries and charging systems
Assist with electrical fault-finding, repairs and preventative maintenance
Read electrical drawings, wiring diagrams and technical information
Install and test electrical components, cabling and control equipment
Assist with generator upgrades, mine-specification modifications and equipment builds
Gain practical exposure to diesel engines and mechanical generator components
Service and maintain equipment from the GenRent hire fleet
Prepare, inspect and test rental equipment before and after hire
Use electrical test equipment, hand tools and power tools safely
Attend customer sites with experienced field technicians as your competency develops
Maintain accurate service records and keep the workshop safe and organised
Complete the required TAFE studies and workplace training for your apprenticeship
What we are looking for
You do not need previous trade experience. We are looking for someone with the right attitude, genuine interest and commitment.
The successful applicant will:




Be honest, reliable and hard working
Be committed to completing a four-year electrical apprenticeship and the associated TAFE studies
Be interested in electrical systems, machinery, engines or how equipment works
Be reliable, punctual and willing to learn
Follow instructions and work safely
Have good practical, problem-solving and communication skills
Work logically, carefully and in an organised manner
Be comfortable working with tools and machinery
Be willing to undertake both workshop and field-based work
Work well as part of a small, supportive team
Hold a current Australian driver licence, with a minimum P1 licence
Have the legal right to work in Australia
Be able to meet the inherent physical requirements of the position
Be willing to complete a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol screening
Completion of work experience, a pre-apprenticeship course, or subjects involving electrotechnology, engineering, metalwork, automotive or industrial technology will be viewed favourably but is not essential.
What we offer
A full-time, four-year electrical apprenticeship
A nationally recognised electrical trade qualification
Structured, supervised training with experienced tradespeople
Hands-on experience from the beginning of your apprenticeship
Exposure to electrical, mechanical and generator control systems
Varied work across our workshop, rental fleet and customer sites
Experience across a broad range of industries and equipment sizes
The opportunity to develop specialist, highly transferable power-generation skills
A supportive team environment within an established Newcastle business
The foundation for a long-term career in electrical power generation
Applications close 30 September ****, however, we encourage applicants to apply immediately as applications will be assessed on an as received basis. Start date negotiable for right applicant. TAFE to commence ****.
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📌 1St Year Apprentice Electrician - Power Generation (New South Wales)
🏢 Hunter Power Systems
📍 New South Wales