Electrical tradesperson
Buloke Electrical

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please contact CGLLEN for specific information regarding student placement. Buloke Electrical has a one week WE placement opportunity available for a student who is motivated and enthusiastic about the electrical trade profession. Owner/Operator, Dave has many years of experience and a long history of supporting student work placement. Dave and his team are supportive and students will be given worthwhile experiences in the various aspects of residential, commercial and industrial electrical maintenance and services. If you are interested in a full one week placement with one of Central Grampians leading electricians, please talk to your careers teacher today about how to apply.

Skills You Might Learn

Students will have the opportunity to gain an understanding of the very basic principles of electricity and of the use of specific tools and procedures relevant to electricity supply and uses. Students will learn how to interact with work colleagues as they will be out on work sites with a qualified electrician during their working day.
Skills attained will include the following;
- Importance of teamwork.
- Time management and punctuality.
- Communication skills in the workplace.
- Experience and familiarity with general electrical and maintenance functions.
- Exposure to electrical fit outs and maintenance activities in a professional environment.
- Broader understanding of what an electrician role involves on a day-to-day basis.
- Excellent customer service skills.

Typical Tasks & Duties

Students will assist trained staff in performing duties, students receiving high level supervision. Students may assist or observe trained staff with the following activities: - Tidying workshop areas and observing basic electrical procedures while under supervision. - Work as a productive team member and follow instructions from qualified employees to assist them in their roles.

Student Requirements

Students are encouraged to consider a WE placement to develop skills learned from their school subject. The following requirements must be met; - Students are required to have completed the Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) modules- general module and any applicable industry OH&S modules. - Students must maintain a diary or logbook and/or complete work experience assignment and other tasks that have been set by the school. - Students must adhere to strict Privacy and Confidentiality policy and procedures. - Students must have a willingness to learn and be able to follow instructions carefully and competently. - Students must be willing to communicate clearly and work as a productive team member. - Personal mobile phones are not required and should only be used out of work hours or on offsite meal breaks.

Dress Requirements

Please discuss all dress requirements with the employer at the pre placement interview. Students will need to wear long pants and a long sleeved shirt, and protective work boots. Wet weather gear will be needed in wetter months. A hat and sunscreen are essential for working outdoors. Appropriate PPE must be worn in accordance with Workplace Health and Safety policy and procedure.

Special Transport Requirements

The student or the parent/guardian (where the student is under 18 years of age) is responsible for the student’s transport to and from the workplace. If it is proposed that the student may need to undertake vehicle travel with their employer and/or supervisor during the arrangement (including transporting the student to and/or from the workplace), the employer must complete the Work Experience Travel and Accommodation Form. The student or the parent/guardian (where the student is under 18 years of age) must give their consent by also completing this form. If transport is presenting a problem, please contact CGLLEN to discuss available options and support that can be provided. Email: SWL@cgllen.org.au Phone: 03 5352 3266