Brisbane

Industrial Electrician

An Industrial Electrician carries out a range of electrical work for clients in an industrial setting. You might install new systems or carry out checks of existing networks. Industrial Electricians might diagnose faults and perform repairs or you might conduct scheduled maintenance. You might conduct safety checks or audits when required.

Industrial Electricians should be safety focused and able to follow correct procedures. It’s important you have strong problem solving abilities and excellent attention to detail. Industrial Electricians must be able to work as part of a team and should be able to communicate clearly with clients and colleagues.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $97,500
Skill level Beginner

How do I become a industrial electrician?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
UEE40420

Certificate IV in Electrical - Instrumentation

Blended, On Campus
12 months
$4,000
  • Completed Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician or equivalent qualifications OR
  • A current ‘Unrestricted Electricians Licence’ or its equivalent issued in an Australian state or territory.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • Completed Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician or equivalent qualifications OR
  • A current ‘Unrestricted Electricians Licence’ or its equivalent issued in an Australian state or territory.
  • A current ‘Unrestricted Electricians Licence’ or its equivalent issued in an Australian state or territory.
Additional requirements may apply.
52892WA

Advanced Diploma of Electrical and Instrumentation (E&I) Engineering in Mining

Online
18 months
$12,112
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
52886WA

Advanced Diploma of Industrial Automation Engineering

Online
18 months
$12,112
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Science (Industrial Automation Engineering)

Online
36 months
$37,908
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
UEE62122

Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology - Electrical

On Campus
24 months
$23,575
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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