Build Your Future with the Kerfoot Apprentice Program

More than an apprenticeship. A career for life.

Looking for a career where you can learn new skills, gain real experience and build a future you’re proud of?

At Kerfoot, you’ll learn from experienced electricians, work on a diverse range of projects and develop the skills and confidence to succeed in the electrical industry.

With hands-on training, ongoing support and opportunities to grow, we’ll help you build the foundations for a rewarding career.

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Kerfoot apprentices in front of the Milestones & Achievement Clubs wall
The Kerfoot apprentice team in the warehouse
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50+Years developing electricians

Why Choose Kerfoot?

Great careers start with great opportunities.

For more than 50 years, we’ve been delivering electrical solutions across NSW while helping the next generation of electricians develop their skills and build rewarding careers.

As a family-owned business, we’re proud of our people and the opportunities we create for them to learn, grow and succeed.

Our Apprentice Program combines practical experience, structured training and ongoing mentoring to help you develop the skills, knowledge and confidence needed to become a qualified electrician.

You'll gain experience across a diverse range of commercial and industrial projects, giving you valuable exposure to different areas of the electrical industry.

Australian Training Awards 2023 — Australian Apprenticeships Employer Award, Silver Recipient

Award-Winning Apprentice Development

At Kerfoot, developing the next generation of electricians is something we take pride in.

Our commitment to apprentice training, mentoring and career development has earned national recognition, with Kerfoot named Runner-Up in the Australian Apprenticeships Employer Award.

It’s an achievement that reflects the dedication of our people and our ongoing commitment to helping apprentices build successful careers.

Your Career Journey Starts Here

Not sure where to start? We're here to help.

Whether you’re still at school, considering your career options or ready to take your first step into the electrical industry, Kerfoot is committed to helping young people explore the opportunities available.

Through school career expos, work experience opportunities and partnerships with local schools, the Educational Pathways Program (EPP) and NECA, we’re helping students discover what a career in the electrical industry could look like.

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Supported by Industry. Backed by Experience.

Kerfoot NECA — National Electrical and Communications Association

For more than 20 years, Kerfoot has partnered with NECA to support the development of our apprentices.

Through this longstanding partnership, apprentices benefit from structured training, dedicated field officer support and opportunities to develop the skills needed for a successful career in the electrical industry.

Your Career Doesn't Stop Here

Becoming a qualified electrician is just the beginning.

At Kerfoot, we support our people throughout every stage of their career.

  1. 1Apprentice
  2. 2Qualified Electrician
  3. 3Leading Hand
  4. 4Supervisor
  5. 5Project Manager

Explore Your Electrical Career Path

NECA Foundation · Careers Pathway Roadmap Open full screen ↗

The NECA Foundation Careers Pathway Roadmap is an interactive guide that showcases the many career opportunities available throughout the electrical industry.

Explore where your career could take you, from apprentice to specialist, project manager, business leader and beyond.

Hear From Industry Experts

Discover the Opportunities

Watch how apprentices and industry leaders explain the many pathways available throughout the electrical industry and how your career can continue to grow long after qualification.

Why Our Apprentices Stay

50+ years developing electricians
Leaders who began as apprentices
Award-winning apprentices
Career opportunities beyond qualification

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