Systems Electrician

A Systems Electrician performs specialist electrical work on large network systems. You’ll perform scheduled maintenance and identify issues for repair. A Systems Electrician, or Maintenance Electrician, might carry out electrical inspections and safety audits. You may specialise in a particular area such as power distribution or work across a range of different sectors.

Systems Electricians should be safety focused and follow correct safety procedures at all times. You’ll need to enjoy working as part of a team and be able to communicate clearly when required. It’s important you can follow instructions and work from plans and specifications.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $96,044
Skill level Beginner

How do I become a systems electrician?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
UEE30820

Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician

Apprenticeship, Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
1 - 4 years
$0 - $28,030
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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.
UEE40920

Certificate IV in Industrial Electronics and Control

Blended
12 months
Unavailable
  • 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.
UEE40620

Certificate IV in Electrotechnology - Systems Electrician

On Campus
15 days
$5,000
  • 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.
UEE62122

Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology - Electrical

On Campus
3 - 24 months
$0 - $25,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
UEE51020

Diploma of Instrumentation and Control Engineering

On Campus
42 days
$14,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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