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Electrical Fitters maintain and repair the vast array of electrical equipment used by the Army. Effectively the “jack of all trades” amongst the electrical workers, you will be charged with fixing anything, anywhere, in particular looking after power generation and reticulation, as well as refrigeration systems.
Service
Army
Engineering and Technical Trades
Location
Trentham
Starting Trade Training
$64,177
About the role
Electrical fitters are tasked with fixing anything, anywhere, in particular looking after power generation and reticulation as well as refrigeration systems. Safety is top priority, with fitters completing safety inspections for all operational Army equipment.
Training for an apprentice Electrical Fitter in the Army will last approximately four years, working towards an NZQA New Zealand Certificate in Electrical Engineering Theory and Practice (Trade) Level 4, and then onto full registration with the Electrical Workers Registration Board. Eventually, you’ll work towards a New Zealand Certificate in Electrical Engineering.
As an apprentice, you will be sent to civilian firms on tours of duty to develop your expertise in a variety of electrical fields. In addition, there will be various leadership courses, as well as being involved in field exercises or other soldier skills and activities that contribute to the welfare of New Zealand.
Job on base
Job on deployment
The Electrical Fitter is almost a jack of all trades, doing electrical and refrigeration, and basic engineering skills.
As your career progresses, you will learn about a wider range of equipment from qualified instructors both at the Army’s Trade Training School and at your place of work. Electrical Fitters have the opportunity to complete four months’ work experience in a variety of electrical fields, enrol at Universal College of Learning (UCOL), and undergo trade-training within and outside the workplace. As you become more senior you will work in specialised units such as engineering and medical. You will also have the opportunity to command small repair elements with a team. You will attend professional development courses such as promotional courses, and experiential leadership development activities. You could also train to become a recruit instructor.
Meet Burnham's Electrical Fitter team leader
CPL Braeden Botica says anyone wanting to join as an Electrical Fitter in the Army should expect variety day-to-day, a well-paid trade, and the opportunity to grow as a person.
Careers in the Army are well-rewarded, diverse and exciting. As you become more experienced and move up through the ranks, gaining additional skills and qualifications, your salary will rise accordingly.
$50,597
Under Initial Training
$64,177
Starting Trade Training
$129,061
Future Potential Earnings
Figures updated on July 1st 2023
Benefits and allowances
Earn a competitive salary while training or learning your trade, along with additional allowances for time spent in the field, at sea, overseas, or deployed on operations.
In addition to salary and allowances, other benefits of joining the New Zealand Defence Force include:
Access to your Service marae or tūrangawaewae
Sponsored tertiary study programmes at all levels
Free access to gyms and swimming pools on camp and bases
Opportunities to travel
Free and subsidised medical and dental care
Subsidised food and accomodation on camps and bases
Free and subsidised insurance cover
Help to buy a home and save for retirement
Entry requirements
Basics
Education
Fitness and Medical
Period of Service
* You must be at least 17 years of age
* Meet thecitizenship and securityrequirements to gain CV security clearance for this trade
* A Class 1 restricted licence is preferred, but is not compulsory
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