Apprentice Program

We have apprenticeships available in the following fields:

• Distribution Lineworker
• Transmission Lineworker
• Dual Trade
• Electrician

Apprenticeships run for 4 years, or 2 years for Dual Trade. During this time, you'll gain hands-on experience, theoretical knowledge and be mentored by our experienced field crews and leaders. You'll receive a nationally recognised trade qualification at the end of the program.

Ready to power up your career and make a meaningful difference in the community?

Click below to start your journey.

Applications close on Friday, 22 August 2025.

Program commences February 2026.

Hear what our apprentices have to say about the program:

Transmission Lineworkers construct, repair and maintain the overhead transmission network that supplies electricity to our major industrial customers and substations. As a Transmission Lineworker, you’ll enjoy the variety of working in different outdoor locations state-wide with a reasonable level of fitness will be important to the job.

Can you see yourself working on Tasmania’s distribution network - the poles and wires? Are you seeking an exciting apprenticeship to kick-start your career or maybe you’re looking to reinvent yourself in a new field. Could you champion our safety culture and deliver quality outcomes for the Tasmanian community? This is your chance.

Want to set up your future career? Are you a school leaver or someone in the workforce looking for a new career pathway? Can you be customer focused, recognising that you  are often acting as the face of TasNetworks? Can you learn from and work with a workforce comprising over 1000 people? Here’s your opportunity!