Frequently Asked Questions

Apprentices

  1. How do I become an apprentice?
    Contact the Australian Apprenticeships NT for further information on enrolling under a training contract.
  2. I am an Apprentice Systems Electrician. What electrical work can I undertake?
    Electrical Apprentices registered with the Board must work under direct supervision for the first 3800 hours (approximately 2 years) of their apprenticeship and then under general supervision for the rest of their time. Alternatively they may work on an electrical article or installation that is physically isolated from supply. In short, 'physically isolated' means supply cannot be connected by a switch or similar device, by insertion of a fuse, link etc. or by reconnection of a wire, cable etc. for example on new premises that have not yet had a service installed.
  3. When I finish my apprenticeship do I need to get a licence straight away?
    Yes. On receipt of the notice of completion of your apprenticeship you must immediately apply to the Board for a licence. Once the notice of completion of your apprenticeship is issued you are no longer allowed to do electrical work as you are no longer an apprentice and are not licenced. It is a good idea to have the correct application form (Form 1 for A Grade licence or Form 1b for Restricted licence) and all required attachments completed while waiting for the issue of the Notice of Completion. The required attachments are noted on the application form.

To lodge Application Forms in person contact the Territory Business Centre.

For more specific information about Electrical Licences contact the Electrical Workers and Contractors Licensing Board on 8981 5435.

For enquiries about electrical safety issues and processes contact NT WorkSafe Electrical Safety Unit on 8999 5081.


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This page was last updated on Wednesday 24 December 2008