Our placement opportunities are there to offer people the chance to explore careers in our Pathway Programs at SA Power Networks.
Powerline Trade Work Experience
Spend some time at one of our depots across South Australia and get exposure to the Powerline Trade. Spend time with our experience crews and apprentices, see the tools and skills used in keeping the networks running, learn about safety, teamwork, and trade career pathways, discover future apprenticeship opportunities.
While on placement:
- Learn what it is like to be a Powerline Apprentice
- Enhance your application for our Apprentice Program
Learn what more about our Apprenticeship Program.
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
Placements are available at SA Power Networks depots across South Australia, including:
Metro North
Elizabeth, Holden Hill or Wingfield
Metro South
CBD Marleston (Underground), Marleston, Seaford, St Marys
Regional
Angaston, Barmera, Bordertown, Ceduna, Clare, Cleve, Kadina, Kingscote, Mt Barker, Mt Gambier, Murray Bridge, Naracoorte, Port Augusta, Port Lincoln, Port Pirie, Streaky Bay, Whyalla, Wudinna, Yorketown, and Victor Harbor
Due to the nature of trade work and the associated safety risks at SA Power Networks depots and worksites, work experience participants must meet the following requirements:
- While high-visibility clothing is preferred, high-visibility vests may be provided on loan by SA Power Networks for the duration of the placement where required.Any additional personal protective equipment (PPE) will be supplied or loaned as appropriate to the type of work being undertaken.
- Participants must wear full-length pants and long-sleeved shirts suitable for trade environments, along with safety boots and safety glasses.
Work experience placements generally run from 7:00am to 3:00pm each day.
Work experience placements are unpaid and are designed to provide students with an opportunity to learn more about the industry and gain practical insight into the workplace.
Currently a high school student aged 16 or over, studying or having completed Year 10 or Year 11, including English and Mathematics.
Applicants should have an interest in electrical or mechanical trades and be comfortable with physical work in both indoor and outdoor environments.
Students must be currently enrolled in high school and aged 16 or over, studying or having completed Year 10 or Year 11, including English and Mathematics.
Your registration will be received by our Pathways team, who will forward your request to the relevant depot. Please allow 2 to 4 weeks for teams to review and respond to requests.
Register Your Interest for our Powerline Trade Work Experience
Applications open 2 March 2026 to Friday 25 September 2026.
Electrical Engineering Work Experience
For secondary school students interested in professional careers in energy, we offer short-term work experience opportunities to explore electrical engineering pathways.
You’ll:
- Gain insight into the role of electrical engineers in designing and managing the network
- Meet industry professionals working on real-world energy challenges
- Learn about graduate and career pathways available at SA Power Networks
If you’re curious about where a career in energy could take you, these placements are a great way to explore your options.
Placements are available to high school students who are studying or have completed Year 11, including English and Mathematics, and who have an interest in engineering careers.
Placements are based at our Keswick or Marleston locations.
You are expected to wear smart business attire during your placement.
Hours of work may vary depending on the work group placement.
Our work experience placements are unpaid, but they offer students the opportunity to gain practical insight into the industry and experience what it’s like working in a trade environment at SA Power Networks.
Other work experience opportunities may be considered on a case-by-case basis, depending on suitability and availability.
We encourage applications from anyone who is 16 years or older and who has completed or is currently completing Year 11 English and Maths, or equivalent post-secondary training.
Register Your Interest Electrical Engineering Work Experience
Need more information?
We look forward to welcoming you and helping you take the first step towards a rewarding career in the energy industry.
If you have any questions, please contact our Pathways team via email.