Who We Are
Zinfra is a leading partner in the design, build, operation and maintenance of Australia’s energy and utilities infrastructure. Delivering a $1B portfolio annually, the work we do is essential to bringing energy to our communities safely and reliably, while powering the nation’s energy transition. With a diverse workforce of more than 2,300, we expertly deliver our services across Australia.
About the role
Are you a skilled leader with a passion for developing talent? Zinfra is seeking a dedicated and experienced Apprentice Team Leader to manage and mentor a cohort electrical apprentices across our Broadmeadows and Tullamarine depots under the Jemena Electricity Services Agreement contract. This role is pivotal in shaping the next generation of field professionals through structured development, coaching, and operational oversight.
Key Responsibilities include
- Lead the end-to-end apprentice journey including onboarding, rotations, performance management, and progression planning
- Provide consistent coaching and mentoring to apprentices, fostering a culture of safety, learning, and accountability
- Collaborate with training providers and internal teams to ensure apprentices meet technical and compliance standards
- Monitor and manage apprentice performance through audits, task observations, and feedback loops
- Coordinate procurement of tools, PPE, and equipment aligned with apprentice progression stages
- Approve and manage operational requests including time writing, leave, IT access, and accommodation
- Represent Zinfra at career expos and recruitment events, contributing to talent acquisition and workforce planning
About You
You’re a confident and capable leader with a passion for developing people and driving operational excellence. You thrive in dynamic environments and bring a structured, proactive approach to team management.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in a leadership or team management role
- Proven experience managing workforce programs or apprenticeships
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and drive outcomes
- Electrical industry experience is advantageous but not essential
Why you should work for us
What we do matters. Delivering safe and reliable energy makes a difference to people’s lives across our country every single day. We are proud to keep Australia connected while preparing the nation for a renewable future.
Our people are our energy source. We offer meaningful benefits and rewards, including being a certified family-friendly workplace, flexible work arrangements, various leave benefits, career development pathways, a wellbeing program, and more.
We also champion equal opportunity employment with commitments to gender equity and First Nations representation. We welcome applications from people of all culturally diverse group, all ages, differing abilities, the LGBTIQ+ community, neurodiverse individuals, and those with multiple or intersecting identities.
We believe Zinfra is a great place to belong—but don’t just take our word for it; hear our team members share what working at Zinfra means to them.
Recruitment Process
During our recruitment process, you may be required to undertake pre-employment checks including pre-employment medical, reference checks and a national police check.
Notice to Third Parties: Zinfra does not accept unsolicited resumes (or liability associated with fees or costs) from recruitment agencies, search firms or third parties. Interested candidates are welcome to submit their application independently.
