Electricity, gas, water and waste services
Industry information
This industry supplies and supports electricity, gas, water and waste services - important services that keep society working. With a focus on renewable and sustainable technologies, there are exciting careers to explore.
Electricity supply covers the generation, distribution and on-selling of electricity through power grid systems. This also includes renewable energy such as wind, solar and hydroelectricity.
Gas supply covers the distribution of gas, such as natural gas or liquefied petroleum gas.
Water supply covers:
- water storage, treatment and distribution
- drainage services
- sewage collection and treatment.
Waste services covers:
- waste collection, treatment and disposal
- treatment of contamination (including land)
- material recovery activities.
How do I get into the industry?
Some courses in this industry may include:
- Certificate III in Plumbing
- Certificate III in Driving Operations
- Diploma of Water Industry Operations
- Advanced Diploma of Electrical - Engineering
Jobs in this industry
Potential jobs may include:
- technicians, plumbers and other trade workers
- engineers – electrical, mechanical and civil
- treatment plant and factory process workers
- program and project administrators.
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Full qualification
A VET qualification will broaden your skills in a specialised area and give you the practical experience you'll need for the workplace. It will train you to design, plan and execute the practical and technical aspects of your field within an industry context. Certificates I?IV generally take from six months to two years to complete full time; diploma courses typically take one or two years and advanced diplomas usually take between 18 months to two years.
Apprenticeship
An apprenticeship combines practical skills learnt on the job with an employer and formal learning from an approved provider. As an apprentice, you'll spend three to four years learning a traditional trade and gaining a qualification, usually a Certificate III or IV. Typically you?ll work four days a week, and attend formal training one day a week.
Traineeship
A traineeship combines practical skills learnt on the job with an employer and formal learning from an approved provider. A traineeship will take you one to three years to complete, depending on your industry and qualification. Typically you?ll work four days a week, and attend formal training one day a week.
Short Course
A part-qualification is a short course made up of subjects from a nationally recognised VET qualification. You may receive a Statement of Attainment when you complete a part qualification. If you successfully complete a part qualification, you can build on that learning to complete a full qualification at Certificate I, II, III or IV, Diploma or Advanced Diploma levels.
- Electricity distribution94item
- Water supply, sewerage and drainage services98item
- Waste collection services36item
- Waste treatment, disposal and remediation services30item
- Electricity generation41item
- On selling electricity and electricity market operation24item
- Gas supply7item
- Electricity transmission5item
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Legal Advocacy
Cost
Standard fee:
$12,530.00
Estimated fee: $0.00 to $4,410.00
for support.
Delivery Mode
Online
Program Type
Full qualification
Estimated Duration
17 months (full-time)
Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction
Cost
Standard fee:
$9,530.00
Estimated fee: $0.00 to $3,940.00
for support.
Delivery Mode
Online Mixed
Program Type
Traineeship
Estimated Duration
-
Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction
Cost
Standard fee:
$9,530.00
Estimated fee: $0.00 to $3,940.00
for support.
Delivery Mode
Online
Program Type
Full qualification
Estimated Duration
12 months (full-time)
Advanced Diploma of Electrical - Engineering
Cost
Standard fee:
$22,580.00
Estimated fee: $0.00 to $1,000.00
for support.
NSW Fee Free
Delivery Mode
Online Work-Based Mixed Face-to-Face
Program Type
Full qualification
Estimated Duration
27 - 28 months (full-time)
Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management
Cost
Standard fee:
$8,440.00
Estimated fee: $0.00 to $2,910.00
for support.
Delivery Mode
Online Work-Based Mixed Face-to-Face
Program Type
Full qualification
Estimated Duration
10 months (full-time)
Certificate II in Applied Digital Technologies
Cost
Standard fee:
$4,360.00
Estimated fee: $0.00 to $880.00
for support.
NSW Fee Free
Delivery Mode
Online Work-Based Mixed Face-to-Face
Program Type
Full qualification
Estimated Duration
2 - 3 months (full-time)
Certificate II in Applied Digital Technologies
Cost
Standard fee:
$4,360.00
Estimated fee: $0.00 to $880.00
for support.
Delivery Mode
Online Work-Based Mixed Face-to-Face
Program Type
Traineeship
Estimated Duration
-
Certificate II in Computer Assembly and Repair
Cost
Standard fee:
$4,100.00
Estimated fee: $0.00 to $1,220.00
for support.
Delivery Mode
Currently unavailable
Program Type
Full qualification
Estimated Duration
5 months (full-time)
Certificate II in Drainage
Cost
Standard fee:
$5,450.00
Estimated fee: $0.00 to $1,620.00
for support.
Delivery Mode
Currently unavailable
Program Type
Full qualification
Estimated Duration
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Certificate II in Drilling Operations
Cost
Standard fee:
$4,100.00
Estimated fee: $0.00 to $1,050.00
for support.
Delivery Mode
Online Work-Based Mixed Face-to-Face
Program Type
Full qualification
Estimated Duration
4 months (full-time)
Certificate II in Drilling Operations
Cost
Standard fee:
$4,100.00
Estimated fee: $0.00 to $1,050.00
for support.
Delivery Mode
Online Work-Based Mixed Face-to-Face
Program Type
Traineeship
Estimated Duration
11 - 15 months (full-time)
Certificate II in Electronics
Cost
Standard fee:
$4,630.00
Estimated fee: $0.00 to $1,220.00
for support.
Delivery Mode
Online Work-Based Mixed Face-to-Face
Program Type
Traineeship
Estimated Duration
8 - 12 months (full-time)
